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Jaguar Xjr problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Xjr from 1995 to 2014: 32 owner complaints and 0 recalls across 10 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 1998 (9), 1999 (6), 1995 (5). Best fuel economy: 18 mpg combined (2005).

Jaguar Xjr
Photo: Nic Redhead · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Engine & cooling9
Electrical6
Speed control / throttle4
Transmission & drivetrain3
Seats3
Engine3
Tires2
Steering2

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
19950515
199702–
19980917
19990617
20000216
20010116
20020116
20040218
20050318
201401–

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Jaguar Xjr?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 1998 (9), 1999 (6), 1995 (5).

How many recalls has the Jaguar Xjr had?

Across 1995–2014, NHTSA lists 0 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).