1991 Jaguar XJS Problems
- Complaints
- 8filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 1campaigns 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
- 14 mpgcombined, 5.3L 12-cyl RWD · 12 city / 17 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1991 Jaguar XJS (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 1991 Jaguar XJS. The part named most often is brakes, with 2 complaints (25% of the total), followed by fuel system (2) and electrical system (1). Of all complaints, 2 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 15 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.
- Brakes2 25%
- Fuel system2 25%
- Electrical system1 13%
- Engine cooling1 13%
- Suspension1 13%
Example complaints
Fuel system: “Jaguar has been awear of frequent engine fires in the v12 model cars for several years and has run out of replacement ignition harnesss world wide b/c of the problem. They have a faulty designed light distributor caps which have lead to the fires all the deals and expert mechanics are awear of the problem and they wil not admit or correct it! I would like information on other reports to start a class action suit aganst them!!”
NHTSA complaint #704632, filed 1999-03Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1991 Jaguar XJS 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJS Convertible RWD | 5.3L 12-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 11 | 16 | 13 | $6,300 |
| XJS Coupe RWD | 5.3L 12-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 12 | 17 | 14 | $5,850 |
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
- 92V009000Jan 23, 1992Electrical system › IgnitionCovers: Jaguar XJS 1989–1991
The high tension lead from the ignition coil can move from the production location closer to the #4a fuel injector hose. This could lead to the outer and inner injector hoses cracking or splitting from ozone deterioration.
Recall details for the 1991 Jaguar XJS → · Check a 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 XJS
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 7 | 44,300 | 0 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 1995 | 6 | 56,890 | 0 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 1994 | 6 | — | 0 | — | 17 | — | Not enough data |
| 1991 | 8 | — | 1 | — | 14 | — | Not enough data |
| 1990 | 15 | 152,000 | 3 | — | 14 | — | Stable |
| 1989 | 14 | 70,831 | 4 | — | 13 | — | Not enough data |
| 1988 | 7 | 43,001 | 4 | — | 13 | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1991 Jaguar XJS have?
NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 1991 Jaguar XJS as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1991 Jaguar XJS is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 2 complaints (25% of the total), followed by fuel system with 2.
Has the 1991 Jaguar XJS been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1991 Jaguar XJS get?
The EPA rates the 1991 Jaguar XJS (XJS Coupe, 5.3L 12-cyl) at 14 mpg combined, 12 city and 17 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $5,850 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
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.