Model year guide

2003 Jaguar S-Type

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2003 Jaguar S-Type is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 58 on record.

2003 Jaguar S-Type — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2003 Jaguar S-Type at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints104
Combined17–19 mpg
Typical price$3,217

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2003 Jaguar S-Type recalls 4

Power Train:automatic Transmission NHTSA Campaign #04V024000 · 08/01/2004

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, WITH THE FORWARD DRIVE GEAR SELECTED AND THE VEHICLE STATIONARY OR IN A FORWARD MOTION, THE GEARBOX COULD POTENTIALLY SELECT REVERSE GEAR, WITHOUT INDICATION.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 1, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-201-818-8500.

Equipment:other:labels NHTSA Campaign #04V484000 · 14/10/2004

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 135, "PASSENGER CAR BRAKE SYSTEM." THE BRAKE FLUID MASTER CYLINDER RESERVOIR IS RECESSED AND ORIENTED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT BENEATH A LEAF SCREEN, SUCH THAT THE BRAKE FLUID WARNING STATEMENT EMBOSSED ON THE TOP OF THE RESERVOIR BODY IS NOT VISIBLE BY DIRECT VIEW.

Fix: OWNERS WILL BE SENT LETTERS WHICH WILL INCLUDE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND LABELS CONTAINING THE REQUIRED WARNING STATEMENT. IF THEY PREFER, OWNERS MAY CONTACT DEALERS TO HAVE THEM INSTALL THE LABELS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 25, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.

Fuel System, Gasoline NHTSA Campaign #06E056000 · 13/06/2006

CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK CONNECTORS MAY NOT FULLY SEAT WITH THE TUBE INTERFACE, EVEN THOUGH THE PERSON MAKING THE CONNECTION MAY BELIEVE THAT THE QUICK CONNECTOR IS FULLY ATTACHED.

Fix: UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.

Parking Brake NHTSA Campaign #04V488000 · 07/10/2004

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE ELECTRONIC PARK BRAKE MODULE, WHICH CONTROLS THE APPLICATION OF THE PARKING BRAKE, MAY UNINTENTIONALLY APPLY THE PARKING BRAKE WITHOUT ANY INDICATION OR WARNING TO THE DRIVER.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ELECTRONIC PARK BRAKE MODULE WITH THE LATEST PRODUCTION LEVER PARTS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 15, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2003 Jaguar S-Type common problems

Owners have filed 104 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

2003 Jaguar S-Type safety ratings

Side crash★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2003 Jaguar S-Type 4-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2003 Jaguar S-Type MPG & running costs

Combined17–19 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,525

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2003 Jaguar S-Type worth?

Low
$1,200
Typical price
$3,217
High
$6,300

From 57 comparable 2003 Jaguar S-Type listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2003 Jaguar S-Type costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$22,625
Depreciation (5 yrs)$2,150
Total$24,775
Per mile$0.33

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($3,217) with the same model 3 model-years older ($1,920), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2003 Jaguar S-Type trims & engines on record

Trims
3 · 4.2 · R
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl · 4.2L 8-cyl · 4.2L

2003 Jaguar S-Type vehicles on record

2003 Jaguar S-Type 2003 Jaguar S-Type 4.2SAJEA01U93HM91471 2003 Jaguar S-Type 3SAJEA01T93FM65911 2003 Jaguar S-Type 4.2SAJEA01U13HM61512 2003 Jaguar S-Type RSAJEA03V931M53480 2003 Jaguar S-Type 2003 Jaguar S-Type 3SAJEA01T23FM67550 2003 Jaguar S-Type 2003 Jaguar S-Type 3SAJEA01T13FM60413 2003 Jaguar S-Type 2003 Jaguar S-Type 3SAJEA01T33FM83692 2003 Jaguar S-Type 2003 Jaguar S-Type 3SAJEA01T93FM87701 2003 Jaguar S-Type 2003 Jaguar S-Type RSAJEA03V731M69516 2003 Jaguar S-Type 2003 Jaguar S-Type 4.2SAJEA01U63HM70917 2003 Jaguar S-Type 2003 Jaguar S-Type 3SAJEA01T63FM88787 2003 Jaguar S-Type 3SAJEA01T13FM73274 2003 Jaguar S-Type 2003 Jaguar S-Type 4.2SAJEA01U73HM65239 2003 Jaguar S-Type 2003 Jaguar S-Type RSAJEA03V931M66584 2003 Jaguar S-Type 3SAJEA01T53FM49446 2003 Jaguar S-Type 2003 Jaguar S-Type 4.2SAJEA01UX3HM71388 2003 Jaguar S-Type 2003 Jaguar S-Type 3SAJEA01T53FM59264 2003 Jaguar S-Type 2003 Jaguar S-Type 4.2SAJEA01U03HM77586 2003 Jaguar S-Type 2003 Jaguar S-Type 4.2SAJEA01U93HM82463 2003 Jaguar S-Type 2003 Jaguar S-Type 3SAJEA01T73FM73117 2003 Jaguar S-Type 2003 Jaguar S-Type 4.2SAJEA01U33HM91420 2003 Jaguar S-Type 2003 Jaguar S-Type 3SAJEA01T53FM92779 2003 Jaguar S-Type 2003 Jaguar S-Type 4.2SAJEA01U83HM78436 2003 Jaguar S-Type 2003 Jaguar S-Type 3SAJEA01TX3FM72205

Other Jaguar S-Type model years

2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2002 2001 2000

2003 Jaguar S-Type — frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 Jaguar S-Type have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2003 Jaguar S-Type. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Jaguar S-Type?

Owners have filed 104 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, power train, fuel system.

What is the 2003 Jaguar S-Type safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2003 Jaguar S-Type crash-test ratings of side 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2003 Jaguar S-Type get?

The 2003 Jaguar S-Type has U.S. EPA estimates of 17–19 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).

How much is a 2003 Jaguar S-Type worth?

Comparable 2003 Jaguar S-Type listings run roughly $1,200–$6,300, typically around $3,217 (from 57 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.