1998 Jaguar XJR Problems
- Complaints
- 9filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 76,500miles, 6 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns 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
- 17 mpgcombined, 4.0L 8-cyl RWD · 15 city / 20 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1998 Jaguar XJR (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 1998 Jaguar XJR. The part named most often is engine cooling, with 3 complaints (33% of the total), followed by air bags (2) and seats (2). 6 of the complaints include a mileage, and 33% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 76,500 miles. Of all complaints, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 15 technical service bulletins for this model year. Engine cooling complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin 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.
- Engine cooling3 33%
- Air bags2 22%
- Seats2 22%
- Electrical system1 11%
- Fuel system1 11%
Example complaints
Engine cooling: “When driving 55-60 MPH on highwayvehicle completely shuts down without warning, cause unknown. Dealer cleaned breather system which did not correct the problem. Please give any further details.”
NHTSA complaint #895022, filed 2001-08Air bags: “May 29, 2012 airbag deployed as car was being unlocked in a parking lot. Vehicle was not running, merely being unlocked with the key fob, as I attempted to enter, the airbag of the drivers side, embedded in the drivers seat, blew, striking me in the head and bagging my head against the outer edge of the door opening. It is believed that I passed out, then came to and was found leaning against the car. I could not work for a week due to headaches and the impact cracked a tooth. Peerless insurance denied my damage claim, stating wear and tear and lack of maintenance. …”
NHTSA complaint #10871314, filed 2016-05, 124,000 milesSeats: “Seat support bracket (driver side right rear) cracked in half causing seat to shift suddenly. Causing driver to make unintended steering inputs. Second occurrence same as above except left rear bracket cracked in half on june 10, 2012”
NHTSA complaint #10462805, filed 2012-06, 98,000 milesElectrical system: “While traveling at approximately 65 MPH vehicle lost power during acceleration while in traffic. Dealership examined vehicle, and cleaned throttle in vehicle. Problem repeated itself while traveling at approximately 70 MPH in heavy traffic. Dealership replaced an unknown component in throttle control, and informed consumer that this has happened to other vehicles. …”
NHTSA complaint #890973, filed 2001-06Mileage when problems were reported
33% of the 6 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 21,000 and 109,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1998 Jaguar XJR 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJR RWD | 4.0L 8-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 15 | 20 | 17 | $4,850 |
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 1998 Jaguar XJR 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. 15 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 XJR
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 6 | 31,000 | 0 | — | 17 | — | Not enough data |
| 1998 | 9 | 76,500 | 0 | — | 17 | — | Not enough data |
| 1995 | 5 | 65,000 | 0 | — | 15 | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1998 Jaguar XJR have?
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 1998 Jaguar XJR as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1998 Jaguar XJR is reported most often?
Engine cooling is named most often, in 3 complaints (33% of the total), followed by air bags with 2.
Has the 1998 Jaguar XJR 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 1998 Jaguar XJR get?
The EPA rates the 1998 Jaguar XJR (XJR, 4.0L 8-cyl) at 17 mpg combined, 15 city and 20 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,850 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1998 Jaguar XJR reported?
Among the 6 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 76,500 miles and the middle half falls between 21,000 and 109,000 miles; 33% 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.