1997 Jaguar XJ6 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XJ6 years
- Not enough data 3rd of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Jaguar XJ6. That ranks 3rd out of 5 XJ6 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is vehicle speed control (4 complaints, 67%), typically at around 37,026 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 2 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 6owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1997 Jaguar XJ6 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 67% | 37,026 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 17% | 74,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1997 Jaguar XJ6 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1997 Jaguar XJ6.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
"uncontrolled rapid acceleration" on private property. *ak
While parking vehicle it suddenly accelerated at a high speed due to the throttle sticking. The air bags deployed and broke consumer's finger. *ak
This is a safety hazard. Dealer acknowledges this is ongoing in jaguars until corrected in 2001.often there is no response to pressure on the gas pedal and then suddenly the car will jump forward. Problem with gas pedals sticking not disclosed at time of purchase. Dealership says maint. Needed…
When the brake pedal is depressed it is lower than the accelerator pedal causing both pedals to become engaged at times resulting in the car jumping forward.
Consumer states that vehicle vibrates/engine surges and computer glitches. Gas flows into the cylinder head down to the oil pan. Owner tried to take car through the lemon law. *ak
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Jaguar XJ6?
Owners most often report vehicle speed control, electrical system, air bags problems. The top one, vehicle speed control, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Jaguar XJ6?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1997 Jaguar XJ6 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XJ6 model years, the 1997 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.