2002 Jaguar S-type Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2002 Jaguar S-type.

20012003
Complaints
30
Crashes
4
Fires
0
Injuries
3
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0

Worst 2002 Jaguar S-type Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#16 complaints

Automatic Transmission

Avg mileage:52,720 mi
#25 complaints

Unintended Acceleration

Avg mileage:61,179 mi
Crash-related:3
#33 complaints

Electrical Faults

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2002 Jaguar S-type.

Automatic Transmission
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
52,720
Unintended Acceleration
5
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
61,179
Electrical Faults
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Side/Window
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Other
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Gear Position Indication (Prndl)
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Driveline
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Manual Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tires:Sidewall
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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2002 Jaguar S-type — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2002 Jaguar S-type reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2002 Jaguar S-type has 30 NHTSA complaints, 4 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Automatic Transmission with 6 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2002 Jaguar S-type?
Top reported problems: Automatic Transmission (6 complaints, avg 52,720 mi); Unintended Acceleration (5 complaints, avg 61,179 mi); Electrical Faults (3 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2002 Jaguar S-type?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 56,565 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2002 Jaguar S-type?
NHTSA complaints for the 2002 Jaguar S-type include 4 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 3 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2002 Jaguar S-type have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2002 Jaguar S-type as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2002 Jaguar S-type?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Jaguar S-type reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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