2011 Jaguar Xj Problems

Severe Issues

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2011 Jaguar Xj.

20082012
Complaints
27
Crashes
7
Fires
0
Injuries
7
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2011 Jaguar Xj Problems

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

#16 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:86,000 mi
#25 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:62,904 mi
Crash-related:2
#33 complaints

Airbags

Crash-related:2
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2011 Jaguar Xj.

Engine Problems
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
86,000
Electrical Faults
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
62,904
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Parking-Brake Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Traction Control System
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2011 Jaguar Xj

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~11,413 vehicles.

20V557000Air Bags: Air Bag/restraint Control Module:software · Air Bags:frontal
~12 affected

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2010-2011 and 2017 XJ vehicles. The Restraint Control Module (RCM) software may cause the frontal air bags to deploy improperly in the event of a frontal impact crash.

17V394000Airbags
~4,926 affected

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2010-2011 XJ vehicles. If, while servicing the vehicle, the vehicle does not successfully receive an update to the Restraint Control Module (RCM) software, the default air bag calibration settings may be incorrect.

10V578000Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer
~6,475 affected

JAGUAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 XJ VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 28, 2009, THROUGH NOVEMBER 3, 2010. THE FRONT WIPER ARMS TO SPINDLE FIXINGS WERE NOT TORQUED TO SPECIFICATION DURING MANUFACTURING. AS A RESULT, THE SECURING NUTS COULD FAIL TO PERFORM AS INTENDED, RESULTING IN A LOSS OF WIPER ARM SYNCHRONIZATION AND A CLASH OF THE WIPER ARMS.

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2011 Jaguar Xj — FAQ

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

Is the 2011 Jaguar Xj reliable?
Verdict: Severe Issues. The 2011 Jaguar Xj has 27 NHTSA complaints, 7 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 6 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2011 Jaguar Xj?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (6 complaints, avg 86,000 mi); Electrical Faults (5 complaints, avg 62,904 mi); Airbags (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 2011 Jaguar Xj?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 75,502 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2011 Jaguar Xj?
NHTSA complaints for the 2011 Jaguar Xj include 7 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 7 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 2011 Jaguar Xj have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 11,413 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2011 Jaguar Xj?
Proceed with extreme caution. The 2011 Jaguar Xj shows significantly more complaints than average for its class. If you're buying one, a pre-purchase inspection and a VIN history check are essential — skip them and you're gambling.

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

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

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