What is the 2011-2019 Jaguar XJ 306DT 3.0 V6 Diesel Crankshaft and Main Bearing Failure?

The 3.0-litre V6 diesel (306DT / AJ-V6D) sold in the X351 in markets outside North America has a documented bottom-end weakness that is specific to that engine and does not apply to the petrol V6 or either V8. The crankshaft is compact and narrow, leaving thin sections between th… Repairs typically run $6,000-$15,000. Severity: high.

What is the 2004-2019 Jaguar XJ Rear Main Seal Oil Leak on V8 Engines?

The rear crankshaft main seal on AJ-V8 engines in the XJ develops a slow oil leak over time. The leak worsens as the seal hardens and the crankshaft seal surface develops minor wear grooves. Oil drips onto the transmission bellhousing and can contaminate the clutch on manual mode… Repairs typically run $800-$2,000. Severity: medium.

What is the 2010-2019 Jaguar XJ Supercharger Nose Cone Bearing Wear?

The Eaton TVS supercharger on the XJR and Supersport develops bearing wear in the nose cone assembly. The bearings dry out over time, producing a whining noise that increases with RPM. The coupler between the supercharger and the drive pulley also wears, causing rattle at idle. Repairs typically run $1,200-$3,500. Severity: medium.

What is the 2010-2016 Jaguar XJ Supercharger Torsional Isolator Coupler Backlash ('Marbles in a Can' Rattle) — TSB JTB00349?

A separate component and a separate failure from supercharger nose cone bearing wear: the AJ133 supercharger drive uses a spring-loaded torsional isolator on the blower's nose pulley to damp driveline shock. The end of the original spring bears directly against plastic, and over… Repairs typically run $900-$2,800. Severity: medium.

What is the 2010-2019 Jaguar XJ JaguarDrive Rotary Gear Selector Fails to Rise on Start-Up?

The X351 uses the JaguarDrive rotary selector that rises out of the centre console when the engine starts and retracts when it shuts down. The mechanism that lifts the dial fails, leaving the selector stuck flush in the console. Because gear selection is by-wire through that dial… Repairs typically run $400-$1,500. Severity: medium.

What is the 2010-2019 Jaguar XJ Panoramic Roof and Powered Sunblind Motor Failure / Loss of Calibration?

The X351's panoramic roof is a more complex assembly than the X350's simple sunroof: the front glass panel tilts and slides on its own motor, and there are two additional motorised fabric sunblinds, front and rear, each with its own drive. Owners report the roof or the blinds ref… Repairs typically run $200-$1,800. Severity: medium.

What is the 2016-2019 Jaguar XJ InControl Touch Pro Infotainment Freezing, Black Screen and Spontaneous Reboots (2016-2019 X351 Facelift)?

The 2016 facelift replaced the original X351 head unit with InControl Touch Pro (10.2-inch screen). Owners report the screen going black or freezing, the unit rebooting mid-journey, loss of navigation, phone and audio, and the on-screen climate/seat controls becoming unresponsive… Repairs typically run $0-$2,500. Severity: medium.

What is the 2010-2019 Jaguar XJ AJ133 5.0 V8 / AJ126 3.0 SC V6 Engine-Driven Brake Vacuum Pump Seal Oil Leak (X351)?

The 2010-2019 X351's petrol engines drive a mechanical brake-booster vacuum pump off the camshaft at the front of the engine. The pump's plastic housing and its seal to the cylinder head harden and leak, leaving oil across the front of the engine and on the undertray; it is frequ… Repairs typically run $300-$1,200. Severity: low.

What is the 2010-2019 Jaguar XJ X351 LED Tail Lamp Condensation and Water Pooling from Failed Housing Seam and Vent Bungs?

Condensation inside the wrap-around LED tail lamps is close to universal on the 2010-2019 X351. The lamps use LEDs that never get hot enough to dry the housing, and the two plastic vent bungs on the back of each unit trap moisture; when the sonic-welded seam between the lens and… Repairs typically run $0-$1,200. Severity: low.

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2016 Jaguar XJ Problems: 13 Known Issues

2016 model year · 3,600+ owner reports · Updated September 2026

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According to Au7o's analysis of 3,600+ owner reports, the 2016 Jaguar XJ has 13 documented known issues, with 5 rated critical. The most serious are Air Suspension Compressor Failure ($1,000-$3,000 repair), X351 Water Pump and Plastic Coolant Pipe Failure Under the Supercharger ($900-$2,500 repair), 306DT 3.0 V6 Diesel Crankshaft and Main Bearing Failure ($6,000-$15,000 repair), Front Passenger Air Bag Inflator Initiator May Fail to Ignite — Safety Recall 16V943 / Jaguar J080 (2016-2017 XJ) ($0-$0 repair) and TFT Virtual Instrument Cluster Goes Blank Intermittently — Safety Recall 17V678 / Jaguar H056 (2016-2017 XJ) ($0-$0 repair). The most commonly reported issue is Air Suspension Compressor Failure with 2,200 owner reports. Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $200 to $15,000. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.

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What are the most common Jaguar XJ problems?

According to Au7o's analysis of 3,600+ owner reports, the 2016 Jaguar XJ has 13 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Air Suspension Compressor Failure, X351 Water Pump and Plastic Coolant Pipe Failure Under the Supercharger, 306DT 3.0 V6 Diesel Crankshaft and Main Bearing Failure. Of these, 5 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Jaguar XJ reliable?

The 2016 Jaguar XJ has 13 known issues documented across 3,600+ owner reports. 5 issues are rated critical: Air Suspension Compressor Failure and X351 Water Pump and Plastic Coolant Pipe Failure Under the Supercharger and 306DT 3.0 V6 Diesel Crankshaft and Main Bearing Failure and Front Passenger Air Bag Inflator Initiator May Fail to Ignite — Safety Recall 16V943 / Jaguar J080 (2016-2017 XJ) and TFT Virtual Instrument Cluster Goes Blank Intermittently — Safety Recall 17V678 / Jaguar H056 (2016-2017 XJ). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

How much does it cost to fix common Jaguar XJ problems?

Repair costs for known Jaguar XJ issues range from $0 to $15,000, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Air Suspension Compressor Failure, typically costs $1,000-$3,000 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.

What is the 2004-2019 Jaguar XJ Air Suspension Compressor Failure?

The Dunlop or Hitachi air suspension compressor on the XJ fails due to overwork from leaking air springs or aging valve blocks. The compressor runs continuously, overheats, and eventually burns out. This is one of the most common and expensive repairs on the XJ. Repairs typically run $1,000-$3,000. Severity: high.

What is the 2010-2019 Jaguar XJ X351 Water Pump and Plastic Coolant Pipe Failure Under the Supercharger?

The X351's cooling system fails in a pattern quite unlike the X350's. On the 5.0 V8 and the 3.0 supercharged V6, the water pump seal and bearing can fail remarkably early — owners have reported failures under 20,000 miles — and the small-diameter plastic connectors that plug into… Repairs typically run $900-$2,500. Severity: high.

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Is the Jaguar XJ reliable?

How much does it cost to fix common Jaguar XJ problems?

What is the 2004-2019 Jaguar XJ Air Suspension Compressor Failure?

What is the 2010-2019 Jaguar XJ X351 Water Pump and Plastic Coolant Pipe Failure Under the Supercharger?

2011-2019 Jaguar XJ: 306DT 3.0 V6 Diesel Crankshaft and Main Bearing Failure#

2004-2019 Jaguar XJ: Rear Main Seal Oil Leak on V8 Engines#

2010-2019 Jaguar XJ: Supercharger Nose Cone Bearing Wear#

2010-2016 Jaguar XJ: Supercharger Torsional Isolator Coupler Backlash ('Marbles in a Can' Rattle) — TSB JTB00349#

2010-2019 Jaguar XJ: AJ133 5.0 V8 / AJ126 3.0 SC V6 Engine-Driven Brake Vacuum Pump Seal Oil Leak (X351)#

2016-2017 Jaguar XJ: TFT Virtual Instrument Cluster Goes Blank Intermittently — Safety Recall 17V678 / Jaguar H056 (2016-2017 XJ)#

2016-2019 Jaguar XJ: InControl Touch Pro Infotainment Freezing, Black Screen and Spontaneous Reboots (2016-2019 X351 Facelift)#

2004-2019 Jaguar XJ: Air Suspension Compressor Failure#

2010-2019 Jaguar XJ: X351 Water Pump and Plastic Coolant Pipe Failure Under the Supercharger#

2016-2017 Jaguar XJ: Front Passenger Air Bag Inflator Initiator May Fail to Ignite — Safety Recall 16V943 / Jaguar J080 (2016-2017 XJ)#

2010-2019 Jaguar XJ: JaguarDrive Rotary Gear Selector Fails to Rise on Start-Up#

2010-2019 Jaguar XJ: Panoramic Roof and Powered Sunblind Motor Failure / Loss of Calibration#

2010-2019 Jaguar XJ: X351 LED Tail Lamp Condensation and Water Pooling from Failed Housing Seam and Vent Bungs#