How about the top 10 most common problems, and then again you would have to split it up, between engine types and sizes. A top ten would fit into the Poll format. So a poll for each engine type and size. Starting to get messy now. V6 V8 petrol, the V8R pre and post face lift, and the Diesel V6. 2. First Name: Tim. Jaguar Model: S-Type. Year of Jaguar: 2002. Location: Warwickshire. Posted January 30, 2017. Check the Oil level, excess fuel 'wash' will cause the level to rise. High Oil levels could result in what's known as 'pull over' which could potentially cause a runaway engine condition. Posted September 15, 2013. Hi all, I have an X Type 2.0 Diesel 2004 model. When the car had warmed up car seems to be running lumpy, acceleration is a little unresponsive for approx. 2 secs when in top gear. It feels like it is missing a little. I had the diesel filter changed but it seems to have gotten worse. 2,319 Posts. #28 · Dec 29, 2017. My original foray into Jaguar ownership was an S Type 2.7 I was blissfully unaware of the pitfalls of diesel ownership up here in rural Donegal. I really loved my 2.7 S type. The torque, the refinement, and of course getting well over 30mpg. on these hilly country roads. 4 days ago · One common cause of starting issues in the first-generation Jaguar X-Type (2001-2003) is related to fuel system problems. The fuel system is responsible for delivering the proper amount of fuel to the engine for combustion, and any malfunction can disrupt this process, resulting in starting difficulties. 2 days ago · Another issue with the Jaguar S-Type is engine misfires. This problem is common across all models and is caused by worn spark plugs, ignition coils, or other engine components. A misfiring engine can cause a lack of power, rough idling, and even stalling. Transmission problems are also common with the Jaguar S-Type. Yellow warning came on dash but ignored it as it was due to the EGR blanking. The car was driving well for the next 8 months. About 3 months after blanking off the EGR, I also changed the whole of the Dual Mass and clutch (around 1K in total cost) and started motor (another 400), common fault with Xtypes. I only use premium diesel and service kit is genuine jaguar kit. I have never had any problems with the car,the 2:2 litre engine is great with the 6 speed auto gearbox as my first x type was the 2:0 litre engine and 5 speed gearbox. With this car you are looking at it comes with a Diesel Particulate Filter in the auto and some manuel gearbox Now undo the two retaining clips. Carefully lift away the air filter box. Lift out the air filter. Clean off any debris on the surface of the filter. Replace with new filter if heavily contaminated. Check the air filter box for debris. Clean if required. Replace the air filter. Reassemble the air filter housing. Jaguar S-Type (1999 - 2007) Owner Reviews. Review. Owner Reviews. Specs. Used Prices. Lease deals. 133 owners have reviewed their car and noted advice on any problems they have experienced. Average owner rating: 4.2 out of 5 4.2. 5 stars 41% of reviews (54) ZVSZw.