1987 JAGUAR XJS
6 recalls, 1 complaints - 14 TSBs
93V179000 Nov 1, 1993
SEAT BELTS
Defect Description
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 POINTS ALONG THE TRACK CAUSING THE KINKING OR BREAKING OF ITS CABLE OR DETACHMENT OF THE TONGUE.
Consequence
IF THIS OCCURS THE OCCUPANTS OF THE VEHICLE CANNOT USETHE SAFETY BELTS, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY IN THE EVENT OF A SUDDEN STOPOR ACCIDENT.
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 SYSTEM.
90V123000 Jul 2, 1990
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
EXCESSIVE FUEL VAPOR PRESSURE CAN OCCUR THAT, AFTER PROLONGED CYCLING, COULD WEAKEN THE FUEL TANK STRUCTURE.
Consequence
THIS CAN CAUSE FUEL TANK LEAKS WHICH, IN THE PRESENCE OFAN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
Remedy
INSTALL A REVISED FUEL PURGE SYSTEM WHICH ELIMINATES EXCESSIVE VAPOR PRESSURE BUILD-UP.
90V035000 Feb 20, 1990
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Defect Description
ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED VALVES IN THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTUATOR MAY NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY DUE TO DIRT ENTERING THE VALVES.
Consequence
CRUISE CONTROL WOULD NOT DISENGAGE UNDER NORMAL OPERATINGCONDITIONS WHICH COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
REPLACE CRUISE CONTROL ACTUATOR AND INSTALL ADDITIONAL VACUUM DUMP VALVE.
89V168000 Oct 11, 1989
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Defect Description
EXCESSIVE FUEL VAPOR PRESSURE CAN OCCUR.
Consequence
THIS CREATES FUEL ODORS AND AFTER PROLONGED CYCLINGCOULD CAUSE WEAKENING OF THE FUEL TANK STRUCTURE, WHICH COULD RESULT IN FUELTANK LEAKS. IF A SOURCE OF IGNITION IS PRESENT, A FIRE COULD RESULT.
Remedy
INSTALL REVISED PURGE SYSTEM COMPONENTS.
87V142000 Sep 9, 1987
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
SEALS OF LOWER FUEL TANK GAUGE COULD FAIL CAUSING GAS TO LEAK INTO LOWER FUEL TANK CAVITY AND POSSIBLY INTO PASSENGER COMPARTMENT.
Consequence
IGNITION OF GAS VAPORS WHICH MIGHT BE PRESENT COULDCAUSE A FIRE OR EXPLOSION.
Remedy
REPLACE LOWER FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY TO UPGRADE FUEL SYSTEM TO CURRENT SPECIFICATIONS.
87V025000 Mar 3, 1987
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK
Defect Description
ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY INSTALLED AND COULD CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT.
Consequence
SHORT CIRCUIT COULD RESULT IN A ELECTRICAL FIRE.
Remedy
REROUTE HARNESS; IF CHAFED OR DAMAGED CONDITION WILL BE CORRECTED.
Complaint Statistics
1 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Apr 17, 2012
Incident date: Aug 15, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1987 JAGUAR XJS. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE, AN ABNORMAL POP WAS HEARD FROM THE FUEL TANK. THE CONTACT OPENED THE FUEL PUMP VALVE AND GASOLINE BEGAN LEAKING FROM THE TANK. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT COULD SMELL GASOLINE INSIDE THE VEHICLE WHEN DRIVING 5 MPH AND... Read more
EPA Fuel Economy, 1987 JAGUAR XJS
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.3L 12-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 12.0 | 16.0 | 14.0 | Regular | $4,450 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Subcompact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1987 JAGUAR XJS
14 manufacturer communications from 7 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 8 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 4 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 2 |
SSM59597Attachme
Apr 14, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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SSM59597Attachme
Apr 14, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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SSM59597Attachme
Apr 14, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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SFCC_09AUG18_REV
Aug 20, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
InControl Touch Pro phase 4 customer letter
SFCC_09AUG18_REV
Aug 20, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
SIM card activation issues
SFCC_09AUG18_REV
Aug 20, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
18C - New face of InControl Touch Pro and 18C software improvements
SFCC_09AUG18_REV
Aug 20, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
A customer may report "Hood Open" message displays on IP with hood closed.
SFCC_08MAR18
Mar 8, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Jaguar Land Rover Shop Foreman Conference Call
SFCC_14DEC17
Dec 14, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Presentation from Dealer Shop Foreman Conference Call
SSM62038Attachme
Dec 1, 2012
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mongoose Update.
SSM589571
Sep 28, 2012
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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SSM589571
Sep 28, 2012
350000 EQUIPMENT
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SSM589572
Sep 28, 2012
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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SSM589572
Sep 28, 2012
350000 EQUIPMENT
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JAGUAR XJS - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the JAGUAR XJS across all model years (1976, 1996).
59
Total Recalls
108
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
5
Reported Crashes
19
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
JAGUAR XJS - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 2001 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1998 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 1996 | 1 | 9 | View |
| 1995 | 1 | 7 | View |
| 1994 | 1 | 10 | View |
| 1993 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 1992 | 2 | 6 | View |
| 1991 | 1 | 8 | View |
| 1990 | 3 | 19 | View |
| 1989 | 4 | 17 | View |
| 1988 | 4 | 7 | View |
| 1987 (current) | 6 | 1 | |
| 1986 | 4 | 2 | View |
| 1985 | 3 | 7 | View |
| 1984 | 3 | 5 | View |
| 1983 | 4 | 1 | View |
| 1982 | 6 | 1 | View |
| 1981 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1980 | 4 | 1 | View |
| 1979 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1978 | 2 | 1 | View |
| 1977 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1976 | 4 | 0 | View |