1984 Jaguar XJ
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 |
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2002 | 2 |
| 2003 | 2 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 4 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 2 |
| 2018 | 1 |
| 2019 | 1 |
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: service brakes.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1984 JAGUAR XJ. WHILE DRIVING OUT OF THE GARAGE, THE CONTACT NOTICED FLUID LEAKING UNDER THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20181121
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1984 Jaguar XJ — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1984 Jaguar XJ 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 1984 Jaguar XJ?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1984 Jaguar XJ have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.