MYRModel Year Report

1998 Jaguar XJ

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1998 Jaguar XJ
RENDERED 2026-09-16T18:31:45.383Z

Only 11 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 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Jaguar XJ Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1998 highlighted. 1984: 1 complaints 1984 1986: 1 complaints 1995: 1 complaints 1997: 1 complaints 1997 1998: 11 complaints 1998 2000: 13 complaints 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 2 complaints 2004: 13 complaints 2005: 6 complaints 2005 2006: 11 complaints 2007: 4 complaints 2008: 5 complaints 2008 2010: 0 complaints 2011: 16 complaints 2012: 7 complaints 2012 2013: 8 complaints 2014: 12 complaints 2015: 7 complaints 2015 2016: 8 complaints 2017: 2 complaints 2018: 1 complaints 2018 2019: 1 complaints 2019
1998: 11 complaints
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YearComplaints
19841
19861
19951
19971
199811
200013
20022
20032
200413
20056
200611
20074
20085
20100
201116
20127
20138
201412
20157
20168
20172
20181
20191

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 11 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

4 of 11 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and belts and associated pulleys.

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UPPER RADIATOR HOSE BLEW OFF ENGINE AFTER BEING PARK IN MY GARAGE. *NM

NHTSA ODI report, 20040404

ENGINE BELT TENSION FAILURE, VERY NOISY. *YC

NHTSA ODI report, 19990421

VEHILCE LOSES POWER DURING TRAVEL.

NHTSA ODI report, 19980114

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

2 of 11 total reports mention: exterior lighting.

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LIGHT BULB FAILED. *YC

NHTSA ODI report, 19990421

POWER TRAIN

2 of 11 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing driveshaft and gear position indication (prndl).

STRUCTURE

1 of 11 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing frame and members.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 11 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

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NOT SURE EXACTLY WHAT THE PROBLEM IS. I HAVE HAD THE COMPLETE FUEL SYSTEM AND WATER PUMP REPLACED. THERE APPEARS TO BE A DEFECT IN THE PLACEMENT OF WHERE THE GAS CAP IS LOCATED ON THE VEHICLE (ON TOP NEAR THE TRUNK) RATHER THAN ON THE SIDE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140424

Also filed under ENGINE

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19980316 — vehicle speed control

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE CABLE ADJUSTER BRACKET NUT ON THE OUTER SLEEVE OF THE THROTTLE CABLE CAN BECOME DISPLACED FROMTHE CABLE ABUTMENT BRACKET ON THE ENGINE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THESE VEHICLES AND MODIFY THE THROTTLE CABLE SYSTEM.

Campaign 98V022000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1998 Jaguar XJ — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 98V022000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1998 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 1998 Jaguar XJ?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1998 Jaguar XJ have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.