1990 Jaguar XJ6 Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1990 Jaguar XJ6. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 93V179000Nov 1, 199352,102 vehicles potentially affected
  Seat belts
  Covers: Jaguar XJ6 1989–1992, Sovereign 1989–1992, Vanden Plas 1989–1992 +2 more

  Reported issue: The normal lockup function of the automatic (passive) belt reel can cause the belt motor winch assembly to lockup such that the passive belt system will not deploy/function or gets stuck at various points along the track causing the kinking or breaking of its cable or detachment of the tongue.

  Possible consequence: If this occurs the occupants of the vehicle cannot usethe safety belts, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a sudden stopor accident.

  Remedy: Jaguar will repair the passive belt system if this problem occurs or has occurred. Jaguar will notify owners of the existence of a lifetime warranty on components of the automatic (passive) belt system.

  Full campaign details →

• 89V235000Dec 26, 19891,284 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper
  Covers: Jaguar XJ6 1990, Sovereign 1990, Vanden Plas 1990 +1 more

  Reported issue: Head of rear caliper fixing bolt could break off, leaving only bolt shank in place.

  Possible consequence: The break in the rear brake caliper fixing bolt couldresult in an increase in stopping distances, and could cause an accident.

  Remedy: Manufacturer will replace defective bolt.

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NHTSA investigations

• PE93042Passive restraint failureClosed · May 4, 1993

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