1996 Jaguar XJ6 Problems
- Complaints
- 20filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 41,000miles, 6 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 18 mpgcombined, 4.0L 6-cyl RWD · 15 city / 22 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1996 Jaguar XJ6 (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 20 consumer complaints for the 1996 Jaguar XJ6. The part named most often is vehicle speed control, with 6 complaints (30% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (4) and engine cooling (3). 6 of the complaints include a mileage, and 67% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 41,000 miles. Of all complaints, 4 involved a crash, 4 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 13 technical service bulletins for this model year.
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.
- Engine cooling3 15%
- Other or unknown3 15%
- Air bags2 10%
- Brakes2 10%
- Body and structure2 10%
- Electrical system1 5.0%
- Exterior lighting1 5.0%
Also reported: Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Vehicle speed control: “Accelerator sticks. This has been repeatedly reported to the service department that services my car and I reported it to jaguarusa. This is a serious issue that needs attention for Jaguar to fix.via my research there was a recall for 1997 models via the NHTSA but not for the 96 models. Please assist in this matter.”
NHTSA complaint #10045605, filed 2003-11, 41,000 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “Transmission (limp home mode). Coming to a stop exiting the ramp the car shuts off, and when started again the transmission light is on, and limp home mode. This was taken in for service and the technician said no codes where presented in the computer to indicate a problem therfore they reset it and said it just beacuse of a sudden stop.”
NHTSA complaint #10045609, filed 2003-11, 41,000 milesEngine cooling: “When in stop and go traffic vehicle stalls/ shuts off without prior warning. Then,after she turned vehicle on dashboard. Stated transmission was in limp mode, and engine check light was on.”
NHTSA complaint #890607, filed 2001-06Other or unknown: “Purchased a vehicle at auction it was running fine however I noticed at times when driving it randomly shuts down weather in the middle of the highway while driving on the streets turning corners etc. Blocking traffic and putting my life in danger and others in the car. There's no warning the car is driving fine it just shuts down were you cannot move it forward you cannot reverse it's just stuck. Researched online and it seems to be a known issue however when I contacted a Jaguar dealer in scottsdale they stated there is no recall from my van number. …”
NHTSA complaint #11352309, filed 2020-08Mileage when problems were reported
67% of the 6 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 41,000 and 93,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1996 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).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJ6 RWD | 4.0L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 22 | 18 | $4,550 |
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
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1996 Jaguar XJ6 in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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. 13 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10212845Apr 14, 2021Electrical system. Attachment.
- 10212844Apr 14, 2021Electrical system. Attachment.
- 10212843Apr 14, 2021Electrical system. Attachment.
- 10146032Aug 20, 2018Electrical system. A customer may report "Hood Open" message displays on IP with hood closed.
- 10146031Aug 20, 2018Electrical system. 18C - New face of InControl Touch Pro and 18C software improvements
- 10146030Aug 20, 2018Equipment. SIM card activation issues
- 10146029Aug 20, 2018Equipment. InControl Touch Pro phase 4 customer letter
- 10134968Mar 8, 2018Equipment. Jaguar Land Rover Shop Foreman Conference Call
- 10127619Dec 14, 2017Equipment. Presentation from Dealer Shop Foreman Conference Call
- 10212857Dec 1, 2012Electrical system. Mongoose Update.
Other model years of the Jaguar XJ6
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 6 | 37,026 | 0 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 1996 | 20 | 41,000 | 0 | — | 18 | — | Falling |
| 1995 | 11 | 69,500 | 0 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 1993 | 8 | 112,200 | 0 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 1992 | 14 | 100,000 | 1 | — | 17 | — | Not enough data |
| 1991 | 14 | 126,121 | 1 | — | 17 | — | Not enough data |
| 1990 | 10 | — | 2 | — | 17 | — | Not enough data |
| 1989 | 17 | 132,500 | 3 | — | 18 | — | Stable |
| 1988 | 10 | 67,000 | 4 | — | 19 | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1996 Jaguar XJ6 have?
NHTSA recorded 20 consumer complaints for the 1996 Jaguar XJ6 as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1996 Jaguar XJ6 is reported most often?
Vehicle speed control is named most often, in 6 complaints (30% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 4.
Has the 1996 Jaguar XJ6 been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1996 Jaguar XJ6 get?
The EPA rates the 1996 Jaguar XJ6 (XJ6, 4.0L 6-cyl) at 18 mpg combined, 15 city and 22 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,550 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1996 Jaguar XJ6 reported?
Among the 6 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 41,000 miles and the middle half falls between 41,000 and 93,000 miles; 67% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 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.