How many recalls does the 2003 Jaguar Xj have?

The 2003 Jaguar Xj has no NHTSA safety recalls on record.

How do I check if my 2003 Jaguar Xj has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

What do owners complain about most on the 2003 Jaguar Xj?

Of 2 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is engine and engine cooling.

2003 Jaguar Xj Recalls

No recalls on record Updated July 2026

No NHTSA recalls on record for the 2003 Jaguar Xj. That means NHTSA has no open safety campaign for this vehicle — it does not guarantee the absence of problems. Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the engine and engine cooling. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Complaints by component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR

Total complaints2

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“While driving 20 mph the vehicle stalled and would not shift or restart. The cause of the problem has not been determined. *ak”

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE · reported 2003-09-07

“Hydrogen sulfide toxic fume, in 2003 jaguar xj8. I have leased 8 jaguars no problem until 2002 jaguar xj8. Shortly after lease I noticed a sulfur smell. I was informed it could be gas or exhaust fumes from another vehicle. The car continued to smell, thanksgiving a guest in car became physically…”

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR · reported 2003-03-17

Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2003 Jaguar Xj as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.