1988 Jaguar XJS Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 1988 Jaguar XJS. 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 XJS 1987–1989, XJ6 1989–1992, Sovereign 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.

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• 90V123000Jul 2, 199035,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
  Covers: Jaguar XJS 1978–1990

  Reported issue: Excessive fuel vapor pressure can occur that, after prolonged cycling, could weaken the fuel tank structure.

  Possible consequence: This can cause fuel tank leaks which, in the presence ofan ignition source, could result in a vehicle fire.

  Remedy: Install a revised fuel purge system which eliminates excessive vapor pressure build-up.

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• 90V035000Feb 20, 199032,749 vehicles potentially affected
  Vehicle speed control
  Covers: Jaguar XJS 1982–1990, XJ12 1979

  Reported issue: Electronically controlled valves in the cruise control actuator may not function properly due to dirt entering the valves.

  Possible consequence: Cruise control would not disengage under normal operatingconditions which could result in loss of control and an accident.

  Remedy: Replace cruise control actuator and install additional vacuum dump valve.

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• 89V168000Oct 11, 19891,994 vehicles potentially affected
  Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control
  Covers: Jaguar XJS 1986–1988

  Reported issue: Excessive fuel vapor pressure can occur.

  Possible consequence: This creates fuel odors and after prolonged cyclingcould cause weakening of the fuel tank structure, which could result in fueltank leaks. If a source of ignition is present, a fire could result.

  Remedy: Install revised purge system components.

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