1992 Jaguar XJ6 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 16 complaints on file for the 1992 Jaguar XJ6 — 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 1992 compare to other XJ6 years?

XJ6 NHTSA complaints by model year, 1992 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1992 Jaguar XJ6 problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Seat Belts	8	50%	▲ up
Fuel System	2	13%	— flat
Speed Control	1	6%	▼ down
Suspension	1	6%	▼ down
Tires & Wheels	1	6%	— flat
Brakes	1	6%	▼ down
Transmission	1	6%	▼ down
Seats	1	6%	new

Does the 1992 Jaguar XJ6 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.

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 JAGUAR XJ6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT BELTS WOULD NOT RETRACT OR TIGHTEN WHILE IN USE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRACKING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CURRENT…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seat Belts · February 1, 2012

“FUEL PUMP CONNECTORS INSIDE FUEL TANK MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO SHUTDOWN WHEN EVER CONSUMER WAS DRIVING. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER WAS NOT WILLING TO DO ANYTHING.*AK”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · July 2, 2000

1992 Jaguar XJ6 — common questions

Is the 1992 Jaguar XJ6 reliable?

The record is thin — 16 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 1992 XJ6 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are seat belts (8 complaints), fuel system (2 complaints), tires & wheels (1 complaints).

Does the 1992 Jaguar XJ6 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 1992 Jaguar XJ6. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 1992 Jaguar XJ6 under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

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 1992 compare to other XJ6 years?

What are the most common 1992 Jaguar XJ6 problems?

Does the 1992 Jaguar XJ6 have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

1992 Jaguar XJ6 — common questions

Is the 1992 Jaguar XJ6 reliable?

What are the most common 1992 XJ6 problems?

Does the 1992 Jaguar XJ6 have recalls?

Is the 1992 Jaguar XJ6 under NHTSA investigation?

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