Worst 1989 Jaguar Xjs Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Seat Belt Issues
Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Injectors
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1989 Jaguar Xjs.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Belt Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Injectors | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Module | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Trunk Lid | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls | 1 | — | — | — |
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1989 Jaguar Xjs — FAQ
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