CarRecallWatchThe 1985 Jaguar XJS has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (5 reports).
1985 Jaguar XJS recalls
Most common 1985 Jaguar XJS problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
THIS 1985 JAGUAR HAD AN ENGINE FIRE WITH THE PREVIOUS OWNER, PARTS WERE REPLACED AND THE CAR HAD A SECOND ENGINE FIRE IN MY GARAGE, I HAVE REPLACED THE PARTS AGAIN. THE FIRE STARTS IN THE FUEL RACK AREA.I HAVE SOME OF THE OLD PARTS THAT WERE BURNT. THANK YOU
ENGINE FIRE, BURNT SEVERAL ITEMS ON ENGINE, REPLACED WITH USED PARTS, ENGINE FIRE A SECOND TIME, REPLACED AGAIN. *AK
THERE IS A FUEL ODOR IN THE TRUNK. OWNER CONCERNED THAT A SPARK COULD CAUSE A FIRE OR EXPLOSION BECAUSE THE BATTERY IS LOCATED RIGHT NEXT TO THE FUEL TANK.
RECEIVED RECALL FOR FUEL TANK, HAD TWO INCHES OF GAS IN TRUNK, DEALER WOULD NOT DO RECALL WORK. PRESTON JAGUAR YORK, PA 717 755-0973. TT
1985 Jaguar XJS questions
Does the 1985 Jaguar XJS have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1985 Jaguar XJS: Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly; Vehicle Speed Control; Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Fuel Rail. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1985 Jaguar XJS?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (5), Fuel System, Other (1), Electrical System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1985 Jaguar XJS has been fixed?
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