1998 JAGUAR XJR Problems

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AIR BAGS

2 complaints

MAY 29, 2012 AIRBAG DEPLOYED AS CAR WAS BEING UNLOCKED IN A PARKING LOT. VEHICLE WAS NOT RUNNING, MERELY BEING UNLOCKED WITH THE KEY FOB, AS I ATTEMPTED TO ENTER, THE AIRBAG OF THE DRIVERS SIDE, EMBEDDED IN THE DRIVERS SEAT, BLEW, STRIKING ME IN THE HEAD AND BAGGING MY HEAD AGAINST THE OUTER EDGE OF THE DOOR OPENING. IT IS BELIEVED THAT I PASSED OUT, THEN CAME TO AND WAS FOUND LEANING AGAINST THE CAR. I COULD NOT WORK FOR A WEEK DUE TO HEADACHES AND THE IMPACT CRACKED A TOOTH. PEERLESS INSURANCE DENIED MY DAMAGE CLAIM, STATING WEAR AND TEAR AND LACK OF MAINTENANCE. I CAN FURNISH THE CLAIM NUMBER. THE CAR HAS BEEN MAINTAINED BY A DEALERSHIP AND HAD A CLEAN CARFAX WHEN PURCHASED IN2004 WITH 58000 MILES ON IT AND HAS NOT HAD ANY ACCIDENT. THE SEAT HAD TO BE REPLACED, IN EXCESS OF $1800. THE CAR IS MY DAILY DRIVER, MY DAILY COMMUTE IS UNDER TWO MILES. THIS VEHICLE IS NOT LISTED IN THE TAKATA RECALL, BUT WHEN IT APPEARED IN THE NEWS, I WANTED TO REPORT THIS.

May 28, 2016

Injuries: 1

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 JAGUAR XJR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE OPENED THE FRONT DRIVER'S DOOR AND THE SEAT CUSHION AIR BAG INADVERTENTLY DEPLOYED AND KNOCKED HER TO THE GROUND. THE CONTACT LOST SEVERAL TEETH. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS FOUND THAT THE AIR BAG WIRE WAS CHAFED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 109,000.

Nov 07, 2013

Injuries: 1

SEATS

2 complaints

SEAT SUPPORT BRACKET (DRIVER SIDE RIGHT REAR) CRACKED IN HALF CAUSING SEAT TO SHIFT SUDDENLY. CAUSING DRIVER TO MAKE UNINTENDED STEERING INPUTS. SECOND OCCURRENCE SAME AS ABOVE EXCEPT LEFT REAR BRACKET CRACKED IN HALF ON JUNE 10, 2012 *TT

Jun 22, 2012

WHILE DRIVING DRIVER SIDE SEAT ATTACHMENT BROKE AT THE LEFT REAR. WHEN THIS OCCURRED THE SEAT TILTED TO THE LIFT SIDE OF THE DOOR. DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE SEAT TRACK AND ELECTRONIC ASSEMBLY. THIS WAS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THESE VEHICLES.*AK

Apr 19, 2004

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 complaints

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE LOST POWER AND ALL WARNING LIGHTS STARTED FLASHING.*MR (NAR) *CB

Nov 03, 2003

CAR LOST POWER WHILE TRAVELLING ON HIGHWAY. ALL WARNING LIGHTS FLASHING RED. *LA

Oct 15, 2003

POWER TRAIN

1 complaint

CONSUMER STATES HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM AS RECALL#99V138000 POWER TRAIN TRANSMISSION. DEALER WILL NOT REPAIR BECAUSE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED. TS

Nov 08, 2002

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 complaint

WHEN DRIVING 55-60 MPH ON HIGHWAYVEHICLE COMPLETELY SHUTS DOWN WITHOUT WARNING, CAUSE UNKNOWN. DEALER CLEANED BREATHER SYSTEM WHICH DID NOT CORRECT THE PROBLEM. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Aug 23, 2001

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 complaint

WHILE TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH VEHICLE LOST POWER DURING ACCELERATION WHILE IN TRAFFIC. DEALERSHIP EXAMINED VEHICLE, AND CLEANED THROTTLE IN VEHICLE. PROBLEM REPEATED ITSELF WHILE TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. DEALERSHIP REPLACED AN UNKNOWN COMPONENT IN THROTTLE CONTROL, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED TO OTHER VEHICLES. *AK WHILE DRIVING THE SECOND TIME THE CRUISE CONTROL HAD BEEN ENGAGED, HOWEVER WHEN TURNING IT OFF, THE VEHICLE STALLED, DEALER STATES HE HAS BEEN REPLACING THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY ON MANY CARS DUE TO THIS DEFECT, WHEN VEHICLE DID STALL, CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO STOP THE MOTOR, RESTART IT AND IT WOULD WORK AGAIN. CIGARETTE LIGHTER INOPERABLE DUE TO A BLOWN FUSE. *SLC

Jun 22, 2001

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1998 JAGUAR XJR VIN Structure for Complaint Verification - WMI, VDS, Check Digit, Model Year, Plant Code

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Locate Your VIN

Find the 17-character VIN on your 1998 JAGUAR XJR dashboard (visible through windshield), door jamb, engine bay, or vehicle documents.

Review by Component

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many problems does the 1998 JAGUAR XJR have?

The 1998 JAGUAR XJR currently has 9 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.

What are the most common problems with 1998 JAGUAR XJR?

The most common problems reported for the 1998 JAGUAR XJR are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.

Where does this 1998 JAGUAR XJR problem data come from?

All problem and complaint data for the 1998 JAGUAR XJR comes directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database. These are real complaints submitted by actual vehicle owners.

How do I report problems with my 1998 JAGUAR XJR?

You can report safety problems with your 1998 JAGUAR XJR directly to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov or call 1-888-327-4236. Your complaint helps identify patterns and may lead to recalls or investigations.

Where can I find my VIN to check problems?

Your 1998 JAGUAR XJR VIN is located in 4 places: (1) Dashboard near windshield on driver's side, (2) Driver's door jamb sticker, (3) Engine bay, (4) Vehicle registration and insurance documents.

Is the 1998 JAGUAR XJR reliable?

Reliability can be assessed by reviewing the number and severity of owner complaints for the 1998 JAGUAR XJR. Check complaints by component, crash reports, and fire incidents above to evaluate potential issues and problem patterns.