1991 Jaguar Vanden Plas problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 2 complaints on file for the 1991 Jaguar Vanden Plas — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 1991 compare to other Vanden Plas years?

Vanden Plas NHTSA complaints by model year, 1991 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1991 Jaguar Vanden Plas problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Airbags	1	50%	new
Seat Belts	1	50%	— flat

Does the 1991 Jaguar Vanden Plas have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

06E043000Fuel SystemMay 19, 2006 · 88,303 units

Defect

CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.

Remedy

HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).

93V179000Seat BeltsNovember 1, 1993 · 52,102 units

Defect

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.

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“THE AUTOMATIC (PASSIVE) BELT REEL HAS LOCKED UP AND IS STUCK ON THE DRIVER SIDE. THE PASSENGER SIDE AUTOMATIC (PASSIVE) BELT REEL IS ALSO DECLINING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A JAGUAR DEALERSHIP IN NEWPORT BEACH, CA ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009, BUT THEY ARE UNABLE TO OBTAIN THE PARTS TO REPAIR AND INDICATE…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seat Belts · February 20, 2009

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 1991 JAGUAR VANDEN PLAS. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO AVOID STRIKING AN ANIMAL, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A CEMENT WALL. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED FRACTURED FACIAL BONES, BLEEDING ON THE BRAIN, A CONCUSSION, AND…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · February 22, 2017 · crash

1991 Jaguar Vanden Plas — common questions

Is the 1991 Jaguar Vanden Plas reliable?

The record is thin — 2 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 1991 Jaguar Vanden Plas have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 1991 Jaguar Vanden Plas. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 1991 compare to other Vanden Plas years?

What are the most common 1991 Jaguar Vanden Plas problems?

Does the 1991 Jaguar Vanden Plas have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

1991 Jaguar Vanden Plas — common questions

Is the 1991 Jaguar Vanden Plas reliable?

Does the 1991 Jaguar Vanden Plas have recalls?

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