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2014 Jaguar XJR

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2014 XJR.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2014 Jaguar XJR is equipped with an S8 automatic transmission and requires 7.6 quarts of 5W-20 API engine oil. This model delivers an EPA-rated fuel economy of 15/23/18 mpg. Within a model history spanning 1995 to 2014, this year is tied for the lowest volume of owner complaints, recording only one engine-related issue and zero recalls.

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Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity7.6 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-20 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque95 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy15/23/18 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 49 · 800 CCA battery, OE oil filter AJ812279. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 49 · 800 CCAOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filterAJ812279 alt AJ811453
Engine air filterC2Z15037
Spark plugC2P23089
BatteryT4A48375 alt C2D61169
Front wiper bladesC2D60832
Cabin air filterC2Z6525

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length201.6 in
Overall width74.4 in
Overall height57.1 in
Wheelbase119.3 in
Curb weight4129 lb
Track (front / rear)64.2 / 64.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)51/49

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined15 / 23 / 18 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume102 cu ft
Cargo volume18 cu ft
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 7.6 qt of 5W-20 API engine oil, USE CASTROL BOT 720 OR EQUIVALENT in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 95 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 18.0-22.0 ft-lbs. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidShell M1375.4
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity9.0-11.0
Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear OilUSE CASTROL BOT 720 OR EQUIVALENT
Differential Gear Oil Capacity2.7 Pints
Engine Oil5W-20 · API
Engine Oil Capacity7.6 qt

Engine torques

Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug18.0-22.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts95 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.54 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity3.72 oz
Standard BCI Group Number49
Standard BCI Cranking Performance800 cca

Service checks

Regulated Fuel System Pressure (Without Vacuum)65.0 Low pressure side. psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)65.0 Low pressure side. psi

Brakes

Brake ApplicationWITH HIGH PERFORMANCE BRAKES / WITH FN3
Torque Caliper to Bracket43 ft-lbs / 21 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle85 ft-lbs / 76 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness0.080 in
Brake ApplicationWITH HIGH PERFORMANCE BRAKES / WITH FN3
Rotor Runout Limit0.004 in / 0.003 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From1.417 in / 1.023 in / 1.26 in / 0.787 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To1.417 in / 1.023 in / 1.26 in / 0.787 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1148 ft. lbs., step 2: 180148 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 6 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Coat new bolts with engine oil. Tighten all bolts to finger tight then continue on with the following procedure.

1Bolts 1-1015 ft. lbs
2Bolts 1025.8 ft. lbs
3Bolts 1-10360 degrees
4Bolts 1-10120 degrees
5Larger top recessed bolts18.5 ft. lbs
6Two bolts below larger recessed bolts8.8 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 16,000 mi; spark plugs every 96,000 mi; coolant every 16,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 16,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 15,000 miPower Steering System (inspect fluid level) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (inspect) · Underbody (inspect)
Every 16,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Oil (drain & refill)
Every 30,000 miTemperature Controlled Seat Air Filter (replace)
Every 32,000 miBattery (inspect electrolyte level) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 48,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 96,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 144,000 miDrive Belt (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2014 Jaguar XJR shows markedly different metrics compared to the earlier model years in the record: it recorded just 1 complaint (versus a range of 0-9 in 1995-2001), zero recalls, and zero investigations—the cleanest safety record of any year listed. Notably, while complaints were minimal in 2014, TSBs (technical service bulletins) peaked at 31, indicating the manufacturer issued extensive service guidance even without triggering formal recalls. The sole complaint centered on the engine, with no crash or fire complaints filed. Since the dataset jumps from 2001 to 2014 without intermediate years, the 2014 model appears as an isolated data point for that generation, suggesting either a truncated federal record or a different model cycle. The absence of recalls combined with very low complaints makes 2014 a comparatively low-risk year within the available record, though the high TSB count warrants verification of any addressed issues during pre-purchase inspection.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
31
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
1
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 1 complaints on record, top 1 components.

Engine1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 31 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
SSM59597Attachme2021-04-14Electrical SystemAttachment.
SSM59597Attachme2021-04-14Electrical SystemAttachment.
SSM59597Attachme2021-04-14Electrical SystemAttachment.
SSM748102020-04-30Power TrainJLR is investigating 3.0P S/C FEAD idler pulley and S/C tensioner emitting excess noise…
SFCC_09AUG18_REV2018-08-20Electrical SystemA customer may report "Hood Open" message displays on IP with hood closed.

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2014 XJR take?

7.6 qt of 5W-20 API MEETING FORD SPECIFICATION WSS-M2C925-A, per the factory manual.

Does the 2014 XJR have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the XJR get?

EPA figures are 15 city / 23 highway / 18 combined mpg.