1996 Jaguar XJ6
Only 20 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 20 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 20
- 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: 20 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 20 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
6 of 20 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
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In reverse I was backing into my carport.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-11-15
Accelerator sticks. This has been repeatedly reported to the service department that services my car and I reported it to jaguarusa.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-11-06
Power train
4 of 20 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission and differential unit.
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Rear end (Differential) problem. When driving at about 40 miles an hour you can hear a roaring noise from the rear end (Sounds like a truck instead of a luxury vehicle).
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-11-06
Transmission (Limp home mode). Coming to a stop exiting the ramp the car shuts off, and when started again the transmission light is on, and limp home mode.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-11-06
Engine and engine cooling
3 of 20 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.
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Recall item failed, tried to replace not available. No safety defec tmentioned.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-01-16
Structure
2 of 20 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing door and body.
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Involved in car accident where my vehicle was totalled and where the drivers side airbag never inflated, functioned at all and was defective. Vehicle was on service road in…
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-28
Also filed under Air bags and wheels
Service brakes
2 of 20 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
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 XJ6 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 1996 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 1996 Jaguar XJ6?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1996 Jaguar XJ6 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.