Jaguar Xjs 1984
Model Xjs made in 1984 by Jaguar got 5 consumer complains there is 1 investigation as well as 3 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, fuel system, gasoline and vehicle speed control. The car had one investigation (vehicle speed control). There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, vehicle speed control. The car has one 5.3, guzzler engine.
Model 1984
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.3, (GUZZLER) | 12 | Automatic 3 gears | Regular | P - Passenger Car |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - FUEL RAIL | ||||||||||||||||
| 85V087000 | JAGUAR CARS | from 12/01/1979 to 06/01/1985 | V (Vehicle) | 10000 | MFR | JAGUAR CARS LTD | 07/03/1985 | 07/24/1985 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Possible fuel leakage from the engine fuel injection system, particularly in the area of the hose/clip fittings. consequence of defect: the presence of an ignition source, with fuel leakage, could result in an engine compartment fire or the destruction of ignition distributor cap. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | A new fuel delivery system designed to eliminate fuel hose clips will be installed. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: passenger cars.system: fuel injector. | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 90V123000 | JAGUAR ROVER TRIUMPH INC. | from 10/01/1977 to 10/01/1990 | V (Vehicle) | 35000 | 12/24/1990 | ODI | JAGUAR CARS LTD | 07/02/1990 | 09/26/1990 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Excessive fuel vapor pressure can occur that, after prolonged cycling, could weaken the fuel tank structure. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This can cause fuel tank leaks which, in the presence ofan ignition source, could result in a vehicle fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Install a revised fuel purge system which eliminates excessive vapor pressure build-up. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: fuel tank - fuel purge system.vehicle description: passenger cars; 2 door coupe, cabriolet, convertible. | |||||||||||||||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | ||||||||||||||||
| 90V035000 | JAGUAR ROVER TRIUMPH INC. | from 02/01/1979 to 02/01/1990 | V (Vehicle) | 32749 | 05/21/1990 | MFR | JAGUAR CARS LTD | 02/20/1990 | 02/28/1990 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Electronically controlled valves in the cruise control actuator may not function properly due to dirt entering the valves. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Cruise control would not disengage under normal operatingconditions which could result in loss of control and an accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace cruise control actuator and install additional vacuum dump valve. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: cruise control.vehicle description: passenger cars. | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES | ||||||
| PE90060 | JAGUAR CARS LTD | 03/14/1990 | 09/29/1990 | FUEL TANK LEAKAGE | 90V123000 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 01/01/1995 | 1 | ||
| Electrical surges occur frequently, causing high pitched noise inside car. | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH | |||
| 01/01/1995 | 1 | ||
| Ignition switch fails to start car until second or third try. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - INJECTORS | |||
| 01/01/1995 | 1 | ||
| Fuel injectors failed. *dsh | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 12/01/2000 | |||
| Fuel tank cracked causing fuel to leak into vehicle which may have caused a crash. there was recall for this defect, but has been remedied years ago. however, problem still exists. please provide further information. *ak | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 01/01/1995 | 1 | ||
| Cruise control fails to function after recall. (90v035000) | |||