1990 Jaguar XJ6
Only 10 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1985 | 4 |
| 1986 | 3 |
| 1987 | 2 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 17 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 4 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 20 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 1 |
| 2000 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 10 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 10 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
CONSUMER WAS PARKED IN DRIVEWAY, TURNED ON THE ENGINE, SHIFTED FROM PARK TO DRIVE, AND ALL OF A SUDDEN VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND TOOK OFF. DAMAGES CAUSED TO PROPERTY WALL AND ANOTHER HOUSE. DEALER/MANUFACTURER WERE CONTACTED. *AK *ML
NHTSA ODI report, 19981222
2 of 10 total reports mention: seat belts.
2 of 10 total reports mention: seat belts.
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1990 JAGUAR XJ6. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO REPAIRS TO THE PASSIVE RESTRAINT SYSTEM *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED FOR OVER TWO YEARS, DATING BACK TO JUNE 9, 2009, HE HAS ATTEMPTED TO GET THE INOPERATIVE PASSIVE RESTRAINT SYSTEM FIXED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20110816
NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN 93V179000 CONCERNING PASSIVE RESTRAINT BELTS. NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20050204
1 of 10 total reports mentions: structure.
1 of 10 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.
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NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR THIS VEHICLE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19990324
SAFETY TIMELINE
PASSIVE RESTRAINT FAILURE
THE NORMAL LOCKUP FUNCTION OF THE AUTOMATIC (PASSIVE) BELT REEL CAN CAUSE THE BELT MOTOR WINCH ASSEMBLY TO LOCKUP SUCH THAT THE PASSIVE BELT SYSTEM WILL NOT DEPLOY/FUNCTION OR GETS STUCK AT VARIOUS PO
Remedy: JAGUAR WILL REPAIR THE PASSIVE BELT SYSTEM IF THIS PROBLEM OCCURS OR HAS OCCURRED. JAGUAR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF THE EXISTENCE OF A LIFETIME WARRANTY ON COMPONENTS OF THE AUTOMATIC (PASSIVE) BELT SYSTE
Campaign 93V179000 — check if this car was fixed
HEAD OF REAR CALIPER FIXING BOLT COULD BREAK OFF, LEAVING ONLY BOLT SHANK IN PLACE.
Remedy: MANUFACTURER WILL REPLACE DEFECTIVE BOLT.
Campaign 89V235000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1990 Jaguar XJ6 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 89V235000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 93V179000 (seat belts) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1990 Jaguar XJ6 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 1990 Jaguar XJ6?
The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 Jaguar XJ6 have?
2 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.