Jaguar XJ6 Problems by Year
Jaguar XJ6 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical XJ6 year: 1995, 1996. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1996 XJ6: 20 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1995 XJ6: 11 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1997 XJ6: 6 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Jaguar XJ6 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 16 | 3 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 4 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 2 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Suspension | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Jaguar XJ6 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 XJ6 | 1 | 0 | — | Suspension | |
| 1998 XJ6 | 1 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 1997 XJ6 | 6 | 0 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | |
| 1996 XJ6 | 20 | 0 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | Far more complaints than other years |
| 1995 XJ6 | 11 | 0 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Jaguar XJ6 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 1995 (11), 1996 (20) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical XJ6 year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Jaguar XJ6?
Vehicle Speed Control, with 16 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Jaguar XJ6 have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.