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Jaguar XJ6Model year report

1988 Jaguar XJ6 Problems

Complaints
10filed with NHTSA
Median mileage
67,000miles, 1 complaints with mileage
Recalls
4campaigns on record
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA crash rating
—overall rating starts with 2011 models
EPA fuel economy
19 mpgcombined, 3.6L 6-cyl RWD · 16 city / 23 hwy

Sources: NHTSA records for the 1988 Jaguar XJ6 (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error

NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 1988 Jaguar XJ6. The part named most often is brakes, with 5 complaints (50% of the total), followed by fuel system (2) and vehicle speed control (2). 1 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 67,000 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 3 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns and 12 technical service bulletins for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 3 recall campaigns covering the hoses, lines/piping, and fittings and 2 NHTSA investigations filed under the same part.

This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.

Which parts are reported most

Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.

Example complaints

Brakes: “I have a Jaguar XJ6 1988 for about 3 years I never use it until december 2007. I became involved in an accident around dec. 15 2007. The police say that it was my fault because I was moving to flordia during that time I did not fight the case because this is the only vehicle that I have now am using it more often. But I always notice that this car have some problems with the brake system. I though that it was the break pad but is no in good condition. Looking over the internet I found that this car has a recall for a long time which I didn't know about it. Why I was never aware of this. …”

NHTSA complaint #10245834, filed 2008-10, 67,000 miles

Fuel system: “While the vehicle was parked owner noticed a puddle of green fluid under the car on right front side. Mechanic stated that the accumulator fluid leaked out from one side completely, and was leaking very fast from the other side. The problem has not been corrected. Manufacturer stated that vehicle was not included in recall # 90v02400, brakes/hydraulic: switch brake light.”

NHTSA complaint #823819, filed 1998-06

Mileage when problems were reported

0% of the 1 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 67,000 and 67,000 miles.

0%0–100%10–250%25–50100%50–750%75–1000%100–1500%150+
Share of complaints by mileage when the problem was reported, in thousands of miles (1 complaints with mileage). Red bars: under 50,000 miles. Bucket widths differ. Median: 67,000 miles.

Complaints by year filed

Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

1995219962199821999220072008
Complaints by year the complaint was filed with NHTSA. Red bars: the last 3 full calendar years used for the trend. The current year (2026) is partial.

Fuel economy and running cost

EPA ratings for each 1988 Jaguar XJ6 version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).

VersionEngineTransmissionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yr
XJ6 RWD3.6L 6-cyl4-speed automatic162319$4,350
XJ6 RWD3.6L 6-cyl4-speed automatic152218$3,700

Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.

Recalls and investigations

Recall details for the 1988 Jaguar XJ6 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls

NHTSA investigations

Technical service bulletins

TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 12 on record; the latest 10 are shown.

See all 12 bulletins →

Other model years of the Jaguar XJ6

YearComplaintsMedian miRecallsCrash ★MPGScore (50 = typical)Trend
1997637,0260—18—Not enough data
19962041,0000—18—Falling
19951169,5000—18—Not enough data
19938112,2000—18—Not enough data
199214100,0001—17—Not enough data
199114126,1211—17—Not enough data
199010—2—17—Not enough data
198917132,5003—18—Stable
19881067,0004—19—Not enough data

All Jaguar XJ6 model years

Frequently asked questions

How many NHTSA complaints does the 1988 Jaguar XJ6 have?

NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 1988 Jaguar XJ6 as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

What part of the 1988 Jaguar XJ6 is reported most often?

Brakes is named most often, in 5 complaints (50% of the total), followed by fuel system with 2.

Has the 1988 Jaguar XJ6 been recalled?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What gas mileage does the 1988 Jaguar XJ6 get?

The EPA rates the 1988 Jaguar XJ6 (XJ6, 3.6L 6-cyl) at 19 mpg combined, 16 city and 23 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,350 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.

At what mileage are problems with the 1988 Jaguar XJ6 reported?

Among the 1 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 67,000 miles and the middle half falls between 67,000 and 67,000 miles; 0% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).

Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.