MYRModel Year Report

1986 Jaguar XJS

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1986 Jaguar XJS
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:17:25.898Z

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 XJS Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1986 highlighted. 1980: 1 complaints 1980 1981: 0 complaints 1982: 1 complaints 1983: 1 complaints 1983 1984: 2 complaints 1985: 4 complaints 1986: 2 complaints 1986 1987: 1 complaints 1988: 7 complaints 1989: 14 complaints 1989 1990: 15 complaints 1991: 8 complaints 1992: 4 complaints 1992 1993: 1 complaints 1994: 6 complaints 1995: 6 complaints 1995 1996: 7 complaints 1998: 1 complaints 2001: 1 complaints 2001 2002: 1 complaints 2002
1986: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
19801
19810
19821
19831
19842
19854
19862
19871
19887
198914
199015
19918
19924
19931
19946
19956
19967
19981
20011
20021

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

2 of 2 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.

Show complaint excerpts

DUE TO EXCESSIVE FUEL VAPOR PRESSURE THE FUEL TANK STRUCTURE HAS WEAKENED, RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKAGE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19980820

FUEL TANK LEAKED FUEL PRIOR TO/AFTER RECALL REPAIRS (90V-123). *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19970925

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19870227 — electrical system

ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY INSTALLED AND COULD CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT.

Remedy: REROUTE HARNESS; IF CHAFED OR DAMAGED CONDITION WILL BE CORRECTED.

Campaign 87V025000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19900226 — engine and engine cooling

EXCESSIVE FUEL VAPOR PRESSURE CAN OCCUR.

Remedy: INSTALL REVISED PURGE SYSTEM COMPONENTS.

Campaign 89V168000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19900314 — PE (closed 19900929)

FUEL TANK LEAKAGE

R 19900521 — vehicle speed control

ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED VALVES IN THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTUATOR MAY NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY DUE TO DIRT ENTERING THE VALVES.

Remedy: REPLACE CRUISE CONTROL ACTUATOR AND INSTALL ADDITIONAL VACUUM DUMP VALVE.

Campaign 90V035000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19901224 — fuel system, gasoline

EXCESSIVE FUEL VAPOR PRESSURE CAN OCCUR THAT, AFTER PROLONGED CYCLING, COULD WEAKEN THE FUEL TANK STRUCTURE.

Remedy: INSTALL A REVISED FUEL PURGE SYSTEM WHICH ELIMINATES EXCESSIVE VAPOR PRESSURE BUILD-UP.

Campaign 90V123000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1986 Jaguar XJS — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 87V025000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 89V168000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 90V035000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 90V123000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1986 Jaguar XJS 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 1986 Jaguar XJS?

The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1986 Jaguar XJS have?

4 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.