CarRecallWatchThe 1988 Jaguar XJ6 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (5 reports).
1988 Jaguar XJ6 recalls
Most common 1988 Jaguar XJ6 problems
Problem areas named in the 10 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
What owners report
I HAVE A JAGUAR XJ6 1988 FOR ABOUT 3 YEARS I NEVER USE IT UNTIL DECEMBER 2007. I BECAME INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT AROUND DEC. 15 2007. THE POLICE SAY THAT IT WAS MY FAULT BECAUSE I WAS MOVING TO FLORDIA DURING THAT TIME I DID NOT FIGHT THE CASE BECAUSE THIS IS THE ONLY VEHICLE THAT I HAVE NOW AM USING IT MORE OFTEN. BUT I ALWAYS NOTICE THAT THIS CAR HAVE SOME PROBLEMS WITH THE BRAKE SYSTEM. I THOUGH THAT IT WAS THE BREAK PAD BUT IS NO IN GOOD CONDITION. LOOKING OVER THE INTERNET I FOUND THAT THIS CAR HAS A RECALL FOR A LONG TIME WHICH I DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT IT. WHY I WAS NEVER AWARE OF THIS. I NEED TO KNOW WHAT I HAVE TO DO WITH THIS PROBLEM. *TR
TIRE BEGAN TO CAUSE VIBRATION CAUSED BY THREAD SEPARATION. EVENTUALLY ALL FOUR OF A NEW SET OF COOPER LIFELINER TOURER 205/70/R15 HAD TREAD SEPARATION. FAILURE CAUSE LACK OF CONTROL OF VEHICLE AT SPEED. TIRE WAS REPLACED BUT SUBSEQUENT TIRES CONTINUE TO FAIL. *TR
NO SUMMARY
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FOR POWER BRAKES AND REAR SUSPENSION REPEAT FAILURES WITH EACH REPAIR. LOSS OF BRAKES
WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED OWNER NOTICED A PUDDLE OF GREEN FLUID UNDER THE CAR ON RIGHT FRONT SIDE. MECHANIC STATED THAT THE ACCUMULATOR FLUID LEAKED OUT FROM ONE SIDE COMPLETELY, AND WAS LEAKING VERY FAST FROM THE OTHER SIDE. THE PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN CORRECTED. MANUFACTURER STATED THAT VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL # 90V02400, BRAKES/HYDRAULIC: SWITCH BRAKE LIGHT. *AK
1988 Jaguar XJ6 questions
Does the 1988 Jaguar XJ6 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1988 Jaguar XJ6: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch; Suspension:Front:Springs:Coil Springs; Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1988 Jaguar XJ6?
Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (5), Vehicle Speed Control (2), Fuel System, Gasoline (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 1988 Jaguar XJ6 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.