MYRModel Year Report

1997 Jaguar XJR

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1997 Jaguar XJR
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:15:19.217Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Jaguar XJR Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1997 highlighted. 1995: 5 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 9 complaints 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2001: 1 complaints 2001 2002: 1 complaints 2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 3 complaints 2014: 1 complaints 2014
1997: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
19955
19960
19972
19989
19996
20002
20011
20021
20042
20053
20141

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STEERING

1 of 2 total reports mentions: steering.

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WHILE DRIVING AT 10 MPH AND MERGING ONTO ANOTHER LANE, CONSUMER NOTICED STEERING WAS NOT WORKING PROPERLY. VEHICLE STALLED TWICE BEFORE THE CONSUMER NOTICED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON.

NHTSA ODI report, 20001120

SEATS

1 of 2 total reports mentions: seats.

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WHILE DRIVING AT 10 MPH AND MERGING ONTO ANOTHER LANE, CONSUMER NOTICED STEERING WAS NOT WORKING PROPERLY. VEHICLE STALLED TWICE BEFORE THE CONSUMER NOTICED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON.

NHTSA ODI report, 20001120

POWER TRAIN

1 of 2 total reports mentions: power train.

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WHILE DRIVING AT 10 MPH AND MERGING ONTO ANOTHER LANE, CONSUMER NOTICED STEERING WAS NOT WORKING PROPERLY. VEHICLE STALLED TWICE BEFORE THE CONSUMER NOTICED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON.

NHTSA ODI report, 20001120

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 JAGUAR XJR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE TACHOMETER, OIL, AND ABS WARNING INDICATORS REMAINED ILLUMINATED UNTIL THE ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150402

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20061018 — fuel system, gasoline

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 MANUFACTURE

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).

Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1997 Jaguar XJR — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seats issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1997 Jaguar XJR 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 1997 Jaguar XJR?

The most-reported component is steering:hydraulic power assist system, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1997 Jaguar XJR have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.