1988 Jaguar Vanden Plas
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1985 | 1 |
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1990 | 3 |
| 1991 | 2 |
| 1992 | 0 |
| 1993 | 0 |
| 1994 | 1 |
| 1995 | 4 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 4 |
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2002 | 2 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 3 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: suspension.
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THE REAR END VIBRATES WHEN DRIVING ON ANYTHING BUT SMOOTH PAVEMENT.
NHTSA ODI report, 19970627
SAFETY TIMELINE
CRUISE CONTROL MAY FAIL TO DISENGAGE IN A NORMAL MANNER UPON APPLICATION OF THE BRAKES, AND THE REAR BRAKE LAMPS MAY FAIL DUE TO MALFUNCTION OF BRAKE LAMP MICROSWITCH ASSEMBLY.
Remedy: INSTALL A MODIFIED MICROSWITCH IN ALL VEHICLES.
Campaign 87V105000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER SPRING PAN FIXINGS MAY FAIL DUE TO STRESS CORROSION.
Remedy: INSTALL REVISED SPECIFICATION FRONT SUSPENSION SPRING PAN FIXINGS.
Campaign 88V018000 — check if this car was fixed
HIGH PRESSURE FLUID SUPPLY HOSE COULD RUPTURE CAUSING LOSS OF FLUID OF THE BRAKE POWER ASSIST SYSTEM.
Remedy: INSTALL NEW POWER HYDRAULIC HOSE OF A DIFFERENT SPECIFICATION.
Campaign 90V023000 — check if this car was fixed
BRAKE ACCUMULATOR SWITCH WHICH CONTROLS HYDRAULIC FLUID FLOW TO AND FROM THE ENGINE DRIVEN PUMP, COULD LEAK, CAUSING LOSS OF FLUID IN THE POWER BRAKE ASSIST SYSTEM. THIS LEAK IS ALSO IN THE VICINITY O
Remedy: REPLACE BRAKE ACCUMULATOR SWITCHES WITH REVISED SEALS.
Campaign 90V024000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1988 Jaguar Vanden Plas — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 87V105000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 88V018000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 90V023000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 90V024000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1988 Jaguar Vanden Plas reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1988 Jaguar Vanden Plas?
The most-reported component is suspension:rear:springs, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1988 Jaguar Vanden Plas have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.