The Jaguar XJ is the very essence of the British automaker’s philosophy—unmistakable styling, a luxurious interior, and incredible performance. However, air suspension faults are a common issue for the vehicles. Enter the Strutmasters Jaguar XJ suspension kit, which provides a cost-effective solution worth considering.
In this article, our experts explore some of the causes and effects of the dreaded Jaguar suspension fault. We’ll also cover your best options for fixing them.
Jaguar XJ Suspension Fault Warning Signs
Your Jaguar XJ has a built-in sensor that detects problems with the air suspension. When the problem gets bad enough, you will see an “Air Suspension Fault” warning appear on the dash. But even before that message pops up, there are several warning signs you can look for to detect issues early.
Jaguar XJ Leaning, Sagging, or Crouching
One issue many XJ owners experience is their car leaning to one side or the other. Sometimes this is leaning to the right or to the left, but it can also sag down in the rear. Some people refer to this as “crouching” due to its appearance.
Noisy XJ Suspension Components
Another sign of early suspension failure is too much noise coming from the suspension. Usually, this means noise coming from the air compressor. If you can hear the compressor very loudly or if it cycles for much longer than usual, it is likely a suspension problem.
Bounce Test
But you also have an active way to look for suspension issues. Walk to each corner of your Jaguar and push down. If the bumper rises up and settles immediately, your suspension at that corner is probably fine. On the other hand, if it takes a while to pop back up or bounces around before settling, you likely have a problem at that wheel. This is known as the “bounce test.”
Cost To Fix Jaguar XJ Air Suspension
Repairing an air ride isn’t cheap, and neither is working on a Jag. The average cost to replace a single Jaguar XJ air strut is around $1,430, according to data from RepairPal. Even if only one of your air struts is faulty right now, the rest will eventually need to be replaced — often sooner, rather than later.
That’s not even considering the cost of expensive parts like the suspension control module, sensors, and compressor. These parts are all going to wear out at some point and need replacing.
You can easily spend far more than your Jaguar is worth to replace the suspension if you take it to the dealership.
Aftermarket Jaguar XJ Air Suspension Parts
There are alternatives if you want to keep your air suspension. Some companies sell aftermarket air suspension components that more or less stack up to Jaguar’s OEM ones. But there’s still a big problem—the cost of labor.
Even if you find a great deal on parts, air suspensions are very complicated systems. That translates to a lot of time under the hood. So while you’ll save some on those air suspension components, you’ll still have to fork out a small fortune to get them installed.
And even after you’ve gotten your new components installed, you haven’t solved the main problem. Due to their complex nature and reliance on moving parts and flexible materials, your Jaguar XJ air suspension is going to break down at some point. That’s not a Jaguar problem—all air suspensions eventually do.
Jaguar XJ Suspension Kit: An Affordable Fix
If you’re looking to end your Jaguar XJ suspension problems for good without breaking the bank, there is a solution for you. The engineers at Strutmasters have developed a suspension replacement kit just for your vehicle.
Many Jag owners have discovered the advantages of this kit as a solution for air ride issues. On a thread about Jaguar XJ suspension problems, one Reddit user advocated for using a suspension kit to convert, saying, “I ended up replacing the air suspension with regular suspension. The cost of the equipment was about the same as the cost to replace one corner of the air suspension.”
Jaguar XJ Suspension Kit Cost
This kit allows you to ditch your XJ air suspension and convert to standard coilover struts and shocks. Instead of air and rubber, your Jaguar will be sitting on strong, sturdy steel struts and cold-wound coils. The result is far more durable—and much less expensive.
For just under $1,100, you can replace your entire suspension. No more air hoses and computers. No more sensors and compressors. Just simple, durable Made-in-the-USA mechanical resistance.
Jaguar XJ Suspension Kit Ride
We’ve engineered this kit to come as close as possible to your original ride. Our engineers have worked hard to perfectly tune and rate the springs to deliver optimal resistance. With Strutmasters’ patented Glide-Ride Technology, you’ll enjoy the same smooth ride and sporty handling your XJ is known for.
Jaguar XJ Suspension Kit Installation
These kits are designed to be easy to install, requiring only a few simple tools and a sturdy jack. Many of our customers just decide to do the installation themselves. But even if you’re not mechanically inclined yourself, you’ll still save bundles on shop fees. Installing this kit only takes a couple of hours in total.
Like all of our kits, this one is backed by a one-year warranty and a Limited Lifetime Guarantee on the coil springs. That means you can enjoy driving on your new suspension worry-free.
Strutmasters Jaguar XJ Suspension Conversion Kit: The Best Fix
Don’t wait around to solve suspension problems on your Jaguar XJ. Suspension issues only get more expensive to fix and more dangerous as time goes on.
You can order your kit online and have it shipped to you or your preferred shop in just a few days. But if you still have questions, we’re here to help. Our Suspension Experts are standing by and ready to help you in any way they can — including lining you up with one or more of our preferred shop partners to install your Jaguar XJ suspension kit.
