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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2006 Jaguar S-Type electrical problems
severe 6 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850 · see electrical across all vehicles →
Complaints
6
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$850
1crash
1fire
When does it fail?
Of the 6 electrical complaints filed for the 2006 Jaguar S-Type, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
No new NHTSA electrical complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 10 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering electrical on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Attachment.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗18C - New face of InControl Touch Pro and 18C software improvements
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗A customer may report "Hood Open" message displays on IP with hood closed.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 5 most recent
Following was sent to us customs. I'm at risk in this car, by Jaguar design error-and refusal to correct the error. [xxx] in my case the car suddenly and spontaneously, without apparent reason, went into what Jaguar calls 'limp home' mode, a walking pace. Fortunately it happened on an urban parkway, posted at 55 MPH, and I had just turned right, on to it, into the right-hand lane. The…
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Jaguar s-type. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the rear brakes seized without warning. The contact noticed the parking brake warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the parking brake control needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure recurred. The manufacturer was…
2006 s type Jaguar. In february 2008, I brought my car in for warranty work performed. The reason was due to a 'restricted performance error' light. They dealer was able to correct it via the replacement of a new coil. The bottom line was that my vehicle entered restrictive performance anytime I would attempt to pass any vehicle on straight stretch of road and would have to accelerate to 80…
February 4, 2009 our s type r Jaguar was the victim of a rapid acceleration/runaway. On february 3 the electronic throttle shut the vehicle off when it was stopped on three or four occasions. The next day, as the vehicle was being driven out of the driveway, the throttle stuck in the open position causing the car to careen out of control. It was towed to hornberg Jaguar in hollywood and the…
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Jaguar s-type. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked, and upon returning ten minutes later, the interior of the vehicle was on fire. The contact extinguished the fire and had the vehicle towed to a dealer. The vehicle was awaiting diagnosis. The manufacturer was notified. The failure and current mileage was 36,000. The VIN was unavailable.
Had electrical trouble with your 2006 Jaguar S-Type?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2006 Jaguar S-Type?
It's a meaningful issue. 6 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $850.
At what mileage does the electrical typically fail?
Based on the 6 complaints filed, electrical issues most often appear around 41,200 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $850 for electrical repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to electrical?
No active recalls currently cover electrical issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2006/Jaguar/S-Type.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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