1998 Jaguar XJ Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1998 Jaguar XJ recalls

Most common 1998 Jaguar XJ problems

Problem areas named in the 11 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Engine And Engine Cooling	4
Exterior Lighting	2
Power Train	2
Unknown Or Other	1
Structure	1
Fuel System, Gasoline	1
Engine	1

What owners report

2014-04-24, Fuel System, Gasoline
NOT SURE EXACTLY WHAT THE PROBLEM IS. I HAVE HAD THE COMPLETE FUEL SYSTEM AND WATER PUMP REPLACED. THERE APPEARS TO BE A DEFECT IN THE PLACEMENT OF WHERE THE GAS CAP IS LOCATED ON THE VEHICLE (ON TOP NEAR THE TRUNK) RATHER THAN ON THE SIDE. WHEN THERE IS A HARD RAIN, WATER LEAKS INTO THE GAS TANK; DIRT AND DEBRIS GATHER IN THE OPENING FOR THE GAS TANK AND MUST BE FREQUENTLY CLEANED OUT. THE VEHICLE WILL HESITATE WHILE DRIVING AND THEN WILL REFUSE TO START AGAIN. IN READING COMPLAINTS FROM OTHER OWNERS ABOUT THE PLASTIC PARTS USED IN THE ENGINE, PERHAPS THIS IS MY PROBLEM. AS FAR BACK AS THE COMPLAINTS GO ABOUT THE UNRELIABILITY OF THE VEHICLE, THERE SHOULD HAVE BEEN A RECALL TO DETERMI

2004-04-04, Engine And Engine Cooling
UPPER RADIATOR HOSE BLEW OFF ENGINE AFTER BEING PARK IN MY GARAGE. *NM

1999-09-08, Power Train
DRIVE SHAFT--WHEELS, U JOINTS OUT OF BALANCE.

1999-09-08, Power Train
GEAR SHIFT LOCKED UP.

1999-07-13, Structure
VEHICLE INSPECTED BY FOREST FLOCK, MOTOR VEHICLE FORENSIC SERVICE. FOUND DESIGN FLAW IN FRONT AND REAR SUB-FRAME. RESULTING IN OSCILLATION FROM FRONT TO REAR OF VEHICLE. OSCILLATION OCCURS FROM 50 MPH TO 80 MPH DURING TEST. MR. FLOCK STATES THIS WILL EVENTUALLY LEAD TO COMPONET FAILURE SUPPORTING ENGINE AND ALL COMPONENTS THE SUB-FRAMES . *AK

1998 Jaguar XJ questions

Does the 1998 Jaguar XJ have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1998 Jaguar XJ: Vehicle Speed Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Jaguar XJ?

Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (4), Exterior Lighting (2), Power Train (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Jaguar XJ has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.