The contact owns a 2003 Jaguar X-type. The contact stated that the check engine light came on and the brakes failed while driving 60 mph to a mechanic. The mechanic stated that the vacuum check valve has deteriorated and air was leaking out of the valve. The vehicle has been repaired. The manufacturer does not consider the failure to be a safety issue. The contact stated that the safety risk could have caused a crash. The current and failure mileages were 67,000.

- Baton Rouge, LA, USA

Purchased new in July 2003. Numerous problems: Vehicle sputtering, brakes grinding 2004. Thermostat sticking close overheat. Care stopped and had to be towed to shop. A/C recirculation button pops off. Transmission slipping, brakes grinding, vehicle would not start October 2006. Vehicle makes noise, power steering pinion, transmission still slipping, brakes grinding. Mildew odor noticed after repair to power steering. Vacuum leak from lower and upper intake valve O-rings. PCV hose collapsing - March 2 and 12, 2007. Ignition sticking, remote inoperable, steering clicks when turning - June 2007. Car ceased acceleration while driving. Towed to dealership. Powertrain light on. Sub processor unit malfunction and throttle angel error - July 2007. Brakes continue grinding, hesitation when accelerating. Windows squeak when going up October 2007. Compressor part replaced May 2008. Car ceased acceleration during peak traffic, unable to move February 2009. Only 34,000 on vehicle.

- Houston, TX, USA