Model year guide

2005 Jaguar S-Type

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Jaguar S-Type is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 42 on record.

2005 Jaguar S-Type — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2005 Jaguar S-Type at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints90
Combined18–19 mpg
Typical price$3,420

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

2005 Jaguar S-Type recalls 3

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.

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly NHTSA Campaign #06V418000 · 31/10/2006

SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY HAVE FUEL TANKS IN WHICH THE FUEL DELIVERY MODULE (FDM), JET PUMP MODULE (JPM), AND/OR CLUSTER VALVE (CV) SEALS ARE NOT PROPERLY RETAINED IN THE FUEL TANK. THIS MAY RESULT IN ILLUMINATION OF THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL), OR A FUEL ODOR.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL TANKS TO DETERMINE IF REVISED SEALS MAY BE USED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. IF NOT, DEALERS WILL THEN REPLACE THE ENTIRE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY. DUE TO PROBLEMS IN OBTAINING THE REPLACEMENT FUEL TANKS, THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 29 THROUGH MARCH 30, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT…

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.

2005 Jaguar S-Type common problems

Owners have filed 90 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
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.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

2005 Jaguar S-Type safety ratings

Side crash★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2005 Jaguar S-Type 4-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2005 Jaguar S-Type MPG & running costs

Combined18–19 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,400

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 2005 Jaguar S-Type worth?

Low
$1,600
Typical price
$3,420
High
$5,400

From 42 comparable 2005 Jaguar S-Type listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2005 Jaguar S-Type costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$22,000
Depreciation (5 yrs)$1,500
Total$23,500
Per mile$0.31

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 ($3,420) with the same model 5 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.

2005 Jaguar S-Type trims & engines on record

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

2005 Jaguar S-Type vehicles on record

2005 Jaguar S-Type 2005 Jaguar S-Type 4.2SAJWA01U45HN25906 2005 Jaguar S-Type 2005 Jaguar S-Type 3SAJWA01T85FN51539 2005 Jaguar S-Type 2005 Jaguar S-Type 4.2SAJWA01U15HN21148 2005 Jaguar S-Type 2005 Jaguar S-Type 4.2SAJWA01U05HN24283 2005 Jaguar S-Type 3SAJWA01T35FN14298 2005 Jaguar S-Type 2005 Jaguar S-Type 3SAJWA01T15FN27289 2005 Jaguar S-Type 3SAJWA01T45FN40182 2005 Jaguar S-Type 3SAJWA01T45FN24466 2005 Jaguar S-Type 2005 Jaguar S-Type 4.2SAJWA01U25HN18114 2005 Jaguar S-Type 2005 Jaguar S-Type 4.2SAJWA01U25HN48326 2005 Jaguar S-Type 2005 Jaguar S-Type 3SAJWA01T95FN37309 2005 Jaguar S-Type 2005 Jaguar S-Type 3SAJWA01T75FN49250 2005 Jaguar S-Type 2005 Jaguar S-Type 4.2SAJWA01UX5HN48512 2005 Jaguar S-Type 2005 Jaguar S-Type 3SAJWA01T55FN51773 2005 Jaguar S-Type 2005 Jaguar S-Type 4.2SAJWA01U55HN39264 2005 Jaguar S-Type 2005 Jaguar S-Type 3SAJWA01T95FN51369 2005 Jaguar S-Type 2005 Jaguar S-Type 4.2SAJWA01U25HN30862 2005 Jaguar S-Type 2005 Jaguar S-Type 4.2SAJWA01U85HN33801 2005 Jaguar S-Type 2005 Jaguar S-Type RSAJWA03V351N16550 2005 Jaguar S-Type 2005 Jaguar S-Type 4.2SAJWA01U95HN47660 2005 Jaguar S-Type 2005 Jaguar S-Type 4.2SAJWA01U45HN18258 2005 Jaguar S-Type 2005 Jaguar S-Type 3SAJWA01T55FN42894 2005 Jaguar S-Type 4.2SAJWA01UX5HN44203 2005 Jaguar S-Type 2005 Jaguar S-Type 3SAJWA01T85FN18265

Other Jaguar S-Type model years

2008 2007 2006 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000

2005 Jaguar S-Type — frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Jaguar S-Type have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2005 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 2005 Jaguar S-Type?

Owners have filed 90 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are fuel/propulsion system, fuel system, gasoline.

What is the 2005 Jaguar S-Type safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2005 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 2005 Jaguar S-Type get?

The 2005 Jaguar S-Type has U.S. EPA estimates of 18–19 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).

How much is a 2005 Jaguar S-Type worth?

Comparable 2005 Jaguar S-Type listings run roughly $1,600–$5,400, typically around $3,420 (from 42 vehicles).

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