1996 Jaguar Vanden Plas
Only 6 complaints 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1996
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1996: 6 complaints
View as data table
| 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 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Visibility
1 of 6 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing switch/wiring.
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Vehicle1996 Jaguar Vanden Plas VIN#[xxx] problemfailure of windshield wiper/washer causebroken wire at crimped junction in wiring harness that supplied power to control switch I had hoped to be able to get a photomicrograph of the failed wire.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-10-06
Vehicle speed control
1 of 6 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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Consumer stated on 2 separate occassions, the accelerator pedal became stuck, and the accelerator had to be stomped on in order to dislodge it, the dealer repaired the problem under warranty the first time, however the second time consumer was...
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-12
Steering
1 of 6 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing hose, piping, and connections.
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Vehicle failure due to failed wire strands. Add to voq 10041323.*mr of seven strands it appeared that four or five may have been "Trimmed" During manufacturing process leaving two or three strands to carry the current.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-10-24
Seat belts
1 of 6 total reports mentions: seat belts, most commonly citing anchorage.
Power train
1 of 6 total reports mentions: power train.
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Transmission failed.
NHTSA ODI report, 1997-09-12
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n G3727, with date codes X52911 through X60801 sequentially or X600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing…
Remedy: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (Option 1).
Buy-smart checklist
1996 Jaguar Vanden Plas — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
- Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 1996 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 1996 Jaguar Vanden Plas?
- The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1996 Jaguar Vanden Plas have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.