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1994 Jaguar XJ12 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 19 complaints on file for the 1994 Jaguar XJ12 — 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.

19

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

3

Investigations

1

Crash-involved

3

Fires reported

1

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1994 compare to other XJ12 years?

XJ12 NHTSA complaints by model year, 1994 highlighted19 complaints1973: 0 complaints1974: 0 complaints1975: 0 complaints1976: 0 complaints1977: 0 complaints1978: 1 complaints1979: 0 complaints1991: 1 complaints1993: 0 complaints1994: 19 complaints1995: 0 complaints1996: 1 complaints
XJ12 NHTSA complaints by model year, 1994 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1994 Jaguar XJ12 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine632%
Speed Control421%
Brakes316%
Suspension211%
Electrical System211%
Fuel System15%
Transmission15%

Does the 1994 Jaguar XJ12 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).

98V271000Body & StructureOctober 27, 1998 · 1,457 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE HOOD LINER CAN SAG AND INTERFERE WITH THE THROTTLE LINKAGE.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE HIGH ENGINE IDLE SPEED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE HOOD LINER.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“THIS IS A 12 CYLINDER ENGINE WITH ONLY 6 CYLINDERS WORKING. THIS CAUSED UNBURNED FUEL AND AIR TO BE PUMPED INTO THE FUEL EXHAUST SYSTEM, WHICH THEN OVERHEATED THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND STARTED A FIRE. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · fire

“MADE A LEFT TURN, ATTEMPTED TO STOP WITH FOOT ON BRAKE, BACK WHEELS SPUN AND SMOKED. THROTTLE STUCK AND WOULD NOT RELEASE. ALMOST STANDING, HOLDING FOOT ON BRAKE. FINALLY RELEASED BRAKE AND CAR SLOWED DOWN. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · February 24, 1998

“MADE A LEFT TURN, ATTEMPTED TO STOP WITH FOOT ON BRAKE, BACK WHEELS SPUN AND SMOKED. THROTTLE STUCK AND WOULD NOT RELEASE. ALMOST STANDING, HOLDING FOOT ON BRAKE. FINALLY RELEASED BRAKE AND CAR SLOWED DOWN. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · February 24, 1998

“THE SELF-LEVELING SUSPENSION SYSTEM FAILED. ACCORDING TO THE DEALERSHIPS, THERE IS NOT A REMEDY FOR THIS FAILED SYSTEM OTHER THAN TO REPLACED IT WITH THE SAME SYSTEM. JAGUAR MADE REPLACEMENTS KITS FOR THE XJ6 BUT NOT FOR THE XJ12”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension

1994 Jaguar XJ12 — common questions

Is the 1994 Jaguar XJ12 reliable?

The record is thin — 19 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 1994 XJ12 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (6 complaints), speed control (4 complaints), brakes (3 complaints).

Does the 1994 Jaguar XJ12 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 1994 Jaguar XJ12. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 1994 Jaguar XJ12 under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 3 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Related

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.