2006 model year · 4+ owner reports · Updated August 2026
According to Au7o's analysis of 4+ owner reports, the 2006 Jaguar XK has 4 documented known issues, with 2 rated critical. The most serious are Passenger Seat Airbag Occupancy Sensor Failure ($250-$1,200 repair) and Unintended Acceleration During Braking. Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $150 to $1,800. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Jaguar XK vehicles manufactured March 4, 2011, to March 20, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the front side lamps (parking lamps) may turn off after approximately 5 minutes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 XK (XKR and XKR-S) vehicles manufactured August 24, 2012, to June 10, 2014, and equipped with a 5.0L engine. The tire placard has incorrect information for the spare tire stating "none" for the inflation pressure of the spare wheel. Thus, these vehicles do not comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."
SUSPENSION:REAR
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 XJ, XF and XK vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the toe links, components used to control the alignment of the rear wheels, can separate from the rear sub-frame.
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
JAGUAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 XK AND XF VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 27, 2009, THROUGH MARCH 10, 2010. THE POWER ASSIST STEERING (PAS) PIPES HAVE BEEN SUPPLIED WITH ZINC-NICKEL PLATING THAT DOES NOT MEET FULLY THE CORROSION PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS OF JAGUAR'S ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION. AFTER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME IN SERVICE, CORROSION OF THE PAS PIPES WILL OCCUR THAT MAY LEAD TO PIN-HOLING OF THE PIPE.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
JAGUAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 JAGUAR XK AND MODEL YEAR 2010 XF V8 5.OL GASOLINE ENGINE VEHICLES. THE IN-TANK ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP MAY NOT BE CORRECTLY ACTIVATED AS THE FUEL PUMP RELAY IS NOT ENERGIZED FOLLOWING A VEHICLE START UP CYCLE. AN INADEQUATE SUPPLY OF FUEL TO THE ENGINE COULD RESULT.
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According to Au7o's analysis of 4+ owner reports, the 2006 Jaguar XK has 4 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Passenger Seat Airbag Occupancy Sensor Failure, Unintended Acceleration During Braking, Limp Mode and Sudden Loss of Power. Of these, 2 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
The 2006 Jaguar XK has 4 known issues documented across 4+ owner reports. 2 issues are rated critical: Passenger Seat Airbag Occupancy Sensor Failure and Unintended Acceleration During Braking. 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.
Repair costs for known Jaguar XK issues range from $150 to $1,800, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Passenger Seat Airbag Occupancy Sensor Failure, typically costs $250-$1,200 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
Airbag complaints on 2006 XK/XKR models include repeated airbag warning lamp illumination and a failed passenger-seat sensor that could prevent proper airbag deployment. One owner reported multiple unsuccessful repair attempts for recurring airbag light faults, suggesting an inte… Repairs typically run $250-$1,200. Severity: high.
NHTSA recall 05V162000 covers 659 model-year 2006 Jaguar XK vehicles. Some accelerator pedal arms were incorrectly assembled, reducing clearance between the accelerator and brake pedals. This could allow both pedals to be operated at the same time, and the accelerator pedal could… Severity: high.
At least one complaint tied to the speed-control group describes the vehicle entering limp mode and slowing abruptly in traffic, creating a hazard with surrounding vehicles. While fewer reports are available than for unintended acceleration, the complaint indicates a real drivabi… Repairs typically run $150-$1,200. Severity: medium.
The rear driveshaft (propshaft) on the X150 XK uses a bonded rubber flexible coupling — the 'rubber doughnut' or Jurid coupling — that perishes and splits with age and heat. Unlike earlier Jaguars where the coupling was a replaceable item, the X150 propshaft was progressively lig… Repairs typically run $300-$1,800. Severity: medium.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.
