NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 124 owner complaints for the 2002 Jaguar X-Type. Most complaints involve power train (52) and engine and engine cooling (13). The EPA rates it 19–20 mpg combined.
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH LHD MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS, THE HAND BRAKE, WHICH APPLIES THE PARKING BRAKE, MAY NOT APPLY SUFFICIENT PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PADS TO PREVENT THE VEHICLE FROM MOVING IF THE MANUAL TRANSMISSION WAS LEFT IN THE NEUTRAL POSITION. THE AUTOMATIC ADJUSTER WITHIN THE HAND BRAKE MAY NOT WORK PROPERLY CAUSING THE HAND BRAKE LEVER TO TRAVEL OUTSIDE THE RECOMMENDED RANGE.
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER SEDANS, THE POWER CIRCUIT WHICH FEEDS THE DIRECTION INDICATOR SYSTEM COULD FAIL. THIS COULD RESULT IN THE DRIVER BEING UNAWARE THAT THE EXTERNAL TURNING INDICATORS ARE NOT OPERATING BECAUSE THE INTERNAL "TELL-TAIL" LIGHT ON THE DRIVER'S INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTINUES TO WORK NORMALLY.
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 JAGUAR X- TYPE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO LOSE POWER. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION WHERE THEY STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 53,000. ..UPDATED 01/23/2014 *BF THE CONSUMER STATED A RECALL WAS ISSUED REGARDING THE TRANSMISSION. HOWEVER, JAGUAR REFUSED TO ADDRESS IT. THE CONSUMER STATED HE HAD TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION TIWCE.”
“CPSC: 2002 JAGUAR X-TYPE : CONSUMER STATED HE ORDERED A BLUE DEVIL RADIATOR/BLOCK SEALANT FOR A SMALL LEAK COOLANT, BUT THE SEALANT WAS DEEMED DEFECTIVE ONCE IT HAD ADDED TO THE RADIATOR. IT CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO OVERHEAT AND THE FANS TO RUN HIGH. *SS THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THE HEAD GASKET NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *JB”
“THIS CAR HAS BEEN A DISAPPOINTMENT SINCE DAY ONE. I BOUGHT THIS OFF LEASE FROM BOURNIVAL LINCOLN/MERCURY IN JULY 2005. SINCE THEN...FIRST WAS THE CONSTANT CONDENSATION OF THE WINDOWS...SOMETHING ABOUT HEATER CORE AND SEALS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THEN THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEPT COMING ON, DRIVE 115 MILES TO THE JAG DEALER AND BE TOLD NOTHING IS WRONG ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. THE SUN ROOM FAILED AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. WHEN THIS HAPPENED THE PASSENGER FRONT SEAT BELT WOULD NO LONGER PULL OUT-COMPLETELY INOPERABLE. NEXT CAM THE CHUGGING, CHUGGING,GO SYNDROME. WS TOLD IT HAD SOMETHING TO DO WITH FUEL SENSORS AND OXYGEN SENSORS. TIRE BLOW OUT ON THE HIGHWAY (WITH KIDS AND MOTHER IN THE CAR). NOW THE BOLTS HOLDING THE STRAPPING TO SECURE THE FUEL TANK FELL OUT. THE DEALER SHIP TELLS ME---NOT FROM RUST---BUT THEY ARE ALLEGING FROM SOME SORT OF VALDALISM--SO I HAVE TO PAY TO HAVE THESE REPLACED. YUP...IT'S BEEN AN EXPENSIVE TWO YEARS....$24,000 FOR THE CAR, TWICE TOWED, WARRANTY COVERED REPAIR EXPENSES +/- $4,000; UNCOVERED REPAIR EXPENSES STILL INCURRING-BUT IT'S OVER $1,500 AT LAST COUNT.. NOT TO MENTION NUMEROUS DRIVES TO JAGUAR DEALERS (THIS MEANS TAKING THE DAY OFF…”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X-Type Man 5-spd, 6 cyl, 2.5 L · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,000 | 444 |
| X-Type Auto 5-spd, 6 cyl, 2.5 L · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,200 | 468 |
| X-Type Auto 5-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,200 | 468 |
| X-Type Man 5-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 25 | 19 | $4,200 | 468 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
2 safety recalls as of Oct 28, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
Owners filed 124 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are power train (52), engine and engine cooling (13), tires (13). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2002 Jaguar X-Type at 19–20 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).