Jaguar Xjs 1985

Model Xjs made in 1985 by Jaguar got 7 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 fuel system, other. 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 1985

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
5.3, (GUZZLER) 12Automatic 3 gearsRWDRegular1 - Category 1 Truck
5.3, (GUZZLER) 12Automatic 3 gearsRWDRegularP - Passenger Car

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - FUEL RAIL
85V087000JAGUAR CARSfrom 12/01/1979 to 06/01/1985V (Vehicle)10000MFRJAGUAR CARS LTD07/03/198507/24/1985
Defect SummaryPossible 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 SummaryA new fuel delivery system designed to eliminate fuel hose clips will be installed.
NotesVehicle description: passenger cars.system: fuel injector.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
90V123000JAGUAR ROVER TRIUMPH INC.from 10/01/1977 to 10/01/1990V (Vehicle)3500012/24/1990ODIJAGUAR CARS LTD07/02/199009/26/1990
Defect SummaryExcessive fuel vapor pressure can occur that, after prolonged cycling, could weaken the fuel tank structure.
Consequence SummaryThis can cause fuel tank leaks which, in the presence ofan ignition source, could result in a vehicle fire.
Corrective SummaryInstall a revised fuel purge system which eliminates excessive vapor pressure build-up.
NotesSystem: fuel tank - fuel purge system.vehicle description: passenger cars; 2 door coupe, cabriolet, convertible.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
90V035000JAGUAR ROVER TRIUMPH INC.from 02/01/1979 to 02/01/1990V (Vehicle)3274905/21/1990MFRJAGUAR CARS LTD02/20/199002/28/1990
Defect SummaryElectronically controlled valves in the cruise control actuator may not function properly due to dirt entering the valves.
Consequence SummaryCruise control would not disengage under normal operatingconditions which could result in loss of control and an accident.
Corrective SummaryReplace cruise control actuator and install additional vacuum dump valve.
NotesSystem: cruise control.vehicle description: passenger cars.

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES
PE90060JAGUAR CARS LTD03/14/199009/29/1990FUEL TANK LEAKAGE90V123000
 There is no summary currently available

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD
07/09/199954000206/07/1999
 Engine fire, burnt several items on engine, replaced with used parts, engine fire a second time, replaced again. *ak
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
 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.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
07/14/199954000206/30/1999
 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
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - FUEL RAIL
07/14/199954000206/30/1999
 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
07/09/199954000206/07/1999
 Engine fire, burnt several items on engine, replaced with used parts, engine fire a second time, replaced again. *ak
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
07/18/1995
 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
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
07/09/199954000206/07/1999
 Engine fire, burnt several items on engine, replaced with used parts, engine fire a second time, replaced again. *ak