The most-reported XJ6 run is SAJHX1747TC (1996 builds) with 5 complaints, 4.2× the typical run. Seat belts problems make up 23% of reports; 1996 is the worst model year at 1.5 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns for XJ6 model years 1981–1997.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Jaguar XJ6 has 82 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 16% of every XJ6 complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAJHX1747TC•••••• | 1996 | — | — | |
| SAJHY1543KC•••••• | 1989 | — | — | |
| SAJHY1749NC•••••• | 1992 | — | — | |
| SAJHY174XMC•••••• | 1991 | 1 | — | |
| SAJHX124XVC•••••• | 1997 | 2 | — | |
| SAJAY1349GC•••••• | 1986 | — | — | |
| SAJHY1745MC•••••• | 1991 | — | — | |
| SAJAV1349HC•••••• | 1987 | — | — | |
| SAJHX1744TC•••••• | 1996 | — | — | |
| SAJKY1741NC•••••• | 1992 | — | — | |
| SAJHY1549KC•••••• | 1989 | — | — | |
| SAJHX1745TC•••••• | 1996 | 1 | — |
Each of the other 70 XJ6 runs has 2 complaints or fewer. ForCar has checked 13 XJ6 VINs so far, most often 1985, 1986, 1995 builds.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Jaguar XJ6 the gap between build years is 1.5×: a 1996 car draws 1.5 complaints per run, a 1985 one 1.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 5 | 4 | 2 | |
| 1996 | 18 | 12 | 4 | |
| 1995 | 6 | 6 | 1 | |
| 1994 | 7 | 7 | — | |
| 1993 | 6 | 6 | — | |
| 1992 | 11 | 8 | 1 | |
| 1991 | 11 | 9 | 2 | |
| 1990 | 6 | 6 | 1 | |
| 1989 | 15 | 11 | 1 | |
| 1988 | 7 | 7 | 2 | |
| 1985 | 3 | 3 | — |
Heaviest year here is 1996 at 1.5 complaints per run; lightest is 1985 at 1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 23% of everything Jaguar XJ6 owners report: Seat Belts, 25 of 101 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | — | |
| Service Brakes | 3 | — | |
| Hydraulic | 3 | — | |
| Fuel System | — | 1 | |
| Gasoline | — | 1 | |
| Power Train | 1 | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 9 recall campaigns on the Jaguar XJ6; the 6 below cover build years 1981 to 1997. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 06E043000 | Fuel System, Gasoline | 1991–1997 |
| 93V179000 | Seat Belts | 1989–1992 |
| 90V024000 | Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch | 1988–1989 |
| 90V023000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 1988–1989 |
| 81V134000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System:fuel Rail | 1981–1982 |
| 89V235000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper | 1990 |
The XJ6 against its rivals
The XJ6 draws 1.2 complaints per production run; the Acura Legend 1.5. That is the lowest rate of the 2.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaguar XJ6 | 101 | 82 | 13.9% | |
| Acura Legend | 288 | 197 | 15.6% |
How serious were they
Of the 101 reports on the Jaguar XJ6, 13.9% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, above the norm.
| Outcome | Jaguar XJ6 | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 101 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 14 (13.9%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 1 (1%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 14 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 140% above the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Jaguar XJ6 share of that is 101 complaints over 82 runs, 0.01% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Jaguar XJ6 VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 101 NHTSA complaints from 82 XJ6 runs and 9 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which XJ6 production run has the most complaints?
SAJHX1747TC, a 1996 build, with 5 complaints. The typical XJ6 run has 1.2.
Which XJ6 years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 1996 is heaviest at 1.5 complaints per run and 1985 lightest at 1.
Does the XJ6 get more complaints than the Acura Legend?
No: 1.2 complaints per production run for the XJ6 against 1.5 for the Acura Legend.
How many XJ6 complaints involve a crash?
13.9% of 101 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 1 involved a fire.
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