There are no safety recalls for the 2012 Jaguar XJL, but owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.
2012 Jaguar XJL problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | |
| Suspension | 2 | |
| Visibility | 1 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Seats | 1 | |
| Wheels | 1 | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | |
| Engine | 1 | |
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 24,718 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2012 Jaguar XJL complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Fuel/Propulsion System · at 40,000 miles · reported Oct 6, 2017
The contact owns a 2012 jaguar xjl. While operating the vehicle, a knocking noise was present coming from the engine and exhaust fumes were present inside the cabin. In addition, while driving highway speeds, the vehicle swayed from side to side. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (Browns jaguar in richmond, va) where it was diagnosed that the super charger needed to be replaced in order to resolve the engine/exhaust failure, and the upper control arm bushings and trust bushings needed to be replaced in order to resolve the suspension issues. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was…
Service Brakes · at 24,718 miles · reported Jul 6, 2017
Takata recall: I took my car into the local dealership to diagnose a sound in the engine compartment. I was told the car needed a water pump, brake system repairs, wheel alignment, and new tires. More recently I was told there are multiple leaks in connections related to the water pump problem. There is also vibration in the steering wheel. The engine compartment sound is when idling in my driveway; the steering wheel vibration occurs while driving on local streets; it does not occur when driving on the highway at interstate speeds.
Electrical System · at 29,000 miles · reported Oct 11, 2016
Dropped my car off at the dealership july 23 and picked it up on august 23 and my brake caliber feel off as I was driving and my tie rod end on the passenger side is damage and my car had only 29,000 miles on it. But when I dropped my car july 23 I had no issues with my car except for the sunshade visor not working properly.
Electrical System · at 1,000 miles · reported Mar 13, 2014
The problems I have encountered, some infrequently, some often, include: the adaptive speed control silently and invisibly ceasing to work (But only at turnpike speeds); some windows not lowering while others do; the passenger outside mirror not dipping in reverse; the driver's door refusing to open from the inside (Requiring me to crawl over to the passenger door to exit the car); the trunk not opening with the button; the trunk not closing with the button; the radio not playing (Until the car is shut off and then re-started); the ignition button not turning off the car on the first or second…
Visibility · at 10 miles · reported Aug 31, 2011
The contact owns a 2012 jaguar xjl. The contact stated the blue lighting emitting from the front driver's side air vent reflected through the rear view mirror and the glare obstructed the contacts view. The contact planned to take the vehicle to an authorized dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 10. Rvk
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2012 Jaguar XJL have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2012 Jaguar XJL as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2012 Jaguar XJL?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (2 reports), followed by suspension (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 24,718 miles.
Are Jaguar recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Jaguar dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.