2003 Jaguar X-Type Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 8%of 72 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 52,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the steering of the 2003 Jaguar X-Type, 8% of the 72 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 52,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Due to a design error when ice builds up on the wheel well in cold climates the driver is prevented from steering the vehicle. When it was required to make a sudden turn to avoid a road hazard the steering failed and caused an accident. This car has also caused problems with inside air quality due to an oil leak in the oil pan gasket. This has been an on going problem that the manufacturer has refused to warrant due to the complex nature of the repair.”
NHTSA complaint #10659439, filed 2014-11, 58,830 miles“Vehicle just out of warranty 52000mi. Rack & pinion leaking, making a squeaking noise, dealer said it required a special lube to solve problem. Noise has stopped and so has the leak but I know this was a temporary repair it will come back!”
NHTSA complaint #10243081, filed 2008-09, 52,000 miles“Purchased new in july 2003. Numerous problems: vehicle sputtering, brakes grinding 2004. Thermostat sticking close overheat. Care stopped and had to be towed to shop. A/c recirculation button pops off. Transmission slipping, brakes grinding, vehicle would not start october 2006. Vehicle makes noise, power steering pinion, transmission still slipping, brakes grinding. Mildew odor noticed after repair to power steering. Vacuum leak from lower and upper intake valve o-rings. Pcv hose collapsing - march 2 and 12, 2007. Ignition sticking, remote inoperable, steering clicks when turning - june 2007. …”
NHTSA complaint #10260189, filed 2009-02, 34,543 miles“While driving on the highway at 70 MPH, going around a slight turn in the road, engine died which resulted in the wheel locking up in the left turn position, and loss of power steering and brakes.”
NHTSA complaint #10026661, filed 2003-07, 8,200 miles“Steering locked up while driving. Vehicle towed to dealer, and informed consumer that rack pinion needed to be replaced. Feel free to provide any further information.”
NHTSA complaint #8016259, filed 2002-08Related service bulletins
- 10024830Mar 27, 2008Power assist steering leak/heavy/noisy - diagnostic aid.
- 10019874Feb 1, 2006Squeaking noise power steering repair procedure.
Steering: other model years
Other parts of the 2003 Jaguar X-Type
15 complaintsTires
13 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsAir bags
9 complaintsBody and structure
8 complaintsVehicle speed control
8 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsEngine cooling
6 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsWheels
5 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
3 complaintsEngine
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2003 Jaguar X-Type
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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