Model year guide

1999 Jaguar S-Type

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1999 Jaguar S-Type is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 15 on record.

1999 Jaguar S-Type — representative photo
Representative photo

1999 Jaguar S-Type at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints2

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

1999 Jaguar S-Type recalls 1

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.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. 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.

1999 Jaguar S-Type common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Equipment
Test all accessories — sunroof, climate, seats, electronics — for proper operation.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 35

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 35.

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Bulletin SSM59597Attachme · Electrical System · Apr 2021

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Bulletin SSM59597Attachme · Electrical System · Apr 2021

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Bulletin SSM59597Attachme · Electrical System · Apr 2021

A customer may report "Hood Open" message displays on IP with hood closed.

Bulletin SFCC_09AUG18_REV · Electrical System · Aug 2018

SIM card activation issues

Bulletin SFCC_09AUG18_REV · Equipment · Aug 2018

InControl Touch Pro phase 4 customer letter

Bulletin SFCC_09AUG18_REV · Equipment · Aug 2018

18C - New face of InControl Touch Pro and 18C software improvements

Bulletin SFCC_09AUG18_REV · Electrical System · Aug 2018

Jaguar Land Rover Shop Foreman Conference Call

Bulletin SFCC_08MAR18 · Equipment · Mar 2018

Presentation from Dealer Shop Foreman Conference Call

Bulletin SFCC_14DEC17 · Equipment · Dec 2017

ISSUE: A CUSTOMER MAY RAISE A CONCERN OF THEIR VEHICLE NOT PASSING STATE INSPECTION IN CALIFORNIA AND THERE IS NO WARNING LIGHT OR OTHER SUGGESTION OF A FAULT.

Bulletin SSM-72805 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jun 2016

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the S-TYPE. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Jaguar S-Type

Jaguar S-Type is the name of two vehicles:Jaguar S-Type (1963) (1963–1968) Jaguar S-Type (1999) (1999–2008)

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

1999 Jaguar S-Type vehicles on record

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Other Jaguar S-Type model years

2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000

1999 Jaguar S-Type — frequently asked questions

Does the 1999 Jaguar S-Type have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1999 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 done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Jaguar S-Type?

Across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are equipment, engine and engine cooling, electrical system.

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