PERMANENT HIGH SPOT MARKING TO TIRE INBOARD SIDEWALL.
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Complaints
4
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$150
When does it fail?
Of the 4 tires complaints filed for the 2006 Jaguar XJ, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 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 tires complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 17 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 tires 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.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
On two separate occasions in 2006 and 2007, OEM continental touring tires 225/45r17 on my 2006 Jaguar x-type sport sedan suffered spontaneous, catastrophic blow out failure under what should have been nominal operating conditions. {I-95, I-495, clear dry pavement, speed below 80 MPH]. Since those events, remaining tires have exhibited sidewall bulging and other evidence of cord separation.…
Continental conti procontact tire - left front 2006 Jaguar sportwagon x type-failed on masspike. Aaa rep observed that tread separated .no road hazard. Replacement purchased and tire described as failure in "workmanship" 20k . Left front failure was identical to right front tire failure 5 weeks b/4.thus 2 failure s at 20k miles and 19k miles. Fortunately going slow or could have been real…
My wife and I were driving along i94 and an suddenly and light vibration from the front right tire, and soon after, I say the tire crossing the highway. The whole contact are of the tire rip off the walls of the tire. Completely gone. Only the two outer walls remain attached to the rim. Tires installed by our Jaguar dealer and less than 10,000 miles. Continental contiprocontact 225/45 r17 91h…
Had tires trouble with your 2006 Jaguar XJ?
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 tires problem on the 2006 Jaguar XJ?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 4 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $150 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the tires typically fail?
Based on the 4 complaints filed, tires issues most often appear around 32,475 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 $150 for tires 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 tires?
No active recalls currently cover tires 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/XJ.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.