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
- 10
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1990
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1990: 10 complaints
View as data table
| 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.
Seat belts
7 of 10 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing retractor and webbing.
Show complaint excerpts
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, 2011-08-16
Driver's seat belt did not function, depriving consumer of protection if involved in an accident. Manufacturer was informed by consumer.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-02-04
NHTSA recall campaign 93V179000 concerning passive restraint belts. No parts were available.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-02-04
Vehicle speed control
2 of 10 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 1998-12-22
Structure
1 of 10 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing door.
Service brakes
1 of 10 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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1993-05-04Preliminary evaluationClosed 1993-11-04 Passive restraint failure
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1994-02-21Seat belts93V179000 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…
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…
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Date not on fileService brakes, hydraulic89V235000 Head of rear caliper fixing bolt could break off, leaving only bolt shank in place.
Remedy: Manufacturer will replace defective bolt.
Buy-smart checklist
1990 Jaguar XJ6 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Seat belts: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 89V235000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 93V179000 · Seat belts
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 seat belts, accounting for 70% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1990 Jaguar XJ6 have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.