1996 Jaguar XJS
Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 7
- 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: 7 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 1 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 2 |
| 1985 | 4 |
| 1986 | 2 |
| 1987 | 1 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 15 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 4 |
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1998 | 1 |
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2002 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Structure
3 of 7 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing roof and pillars and door.
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Door locks stuck on several occasions.
NHTSA ODI report, 1998-10-14
Electrical system
2 of 7 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood and ignition.
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Advised electrical wiring harness not available, local Jaguar representaive (David bamber) notified and he indicated he would locate. After two months I called Jaguar customer service on June 26, 2002 1-800-452-4827, option 9, ext.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-11-05
Vehicle speed control
1 of 7 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
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Accelerator pedal jams in up position. To clear accelerator pedal, driver must tap upper face of the pedal with the ball of his foot. The pedal will not jam again unless the driver takes his foot off the pedal. To unjam, repeat procedure above.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-08-28
Power train
1 of 7 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing cooling unit and lines.
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While driving, transmission line exploded and oil spilled all over the catalytic converter, and vehicle caught on fire. Dealer contacted.*ak consuemr was in motion when smoke emmited from under the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-08-19
Latches/locks/linkages
1 of 7 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing latch.
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Door locks have locked up several times, freezing in cold weather.
NHTSA ODI report, 1998-10-14
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 XJS — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Structure: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 1996 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 1996 Jaguar XJS?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1996 Jaguar XJS 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.