Model year guide

1985 Jaguar xj6

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1985 Jaguar xj6 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

1985 Jaguar xj6 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

1985 Jaguar xj6 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints4

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1985 Jaguar xj6 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1985 Jaguar xj6.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1985 Jaguar xj6 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 1

FUEL TANK LEAKAGE Closed

NHTSA #PE90060 · Vehicle Speed Control · opened Mar 1990 · closed Sep 1990

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 12

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 12.

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Bulletin SSM59597Attachme · Electrical System · Apr 2021

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Bulletin SSM59597Attachme · Electrical System · Apr 2021

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Bulletin SSM59597Attachme · Electrical System · Apr 2021

A customer may report "Hood Open" message displays on IP with hood closed.

Bulletin SFCC_09AUG18_REV · Electrical System · Aug 2018

SIM card activation issues

Bulletin SFCC_09AUG18_REV · Equipment · Aug 2018

InControl Touch Pro phase 4 customer letter

Bulletin SFCC_09AUG18_REV · Equipment · Aug 2018

18C - New face of InControl Touch Pro and 18C software improvements

Bulletin SFCC_09AUG18_REV · Electrical System · Aug 2018

Jaguar Land Rover Shop Foreman Conference Call

Bulletin SFCC_08MAR18 · Equipment · Mar 2018

Presentation from Dealer Shop Foreman Conference Call

Bulletin SFCC_14DEC17 · Equipment · Dec 2017

Mongoose Update.

Bulletin SSM62038Attachme · Electrical System · Dec 2012

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the XJ6. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

1985 Jaguar xj6 trims & engines on record

Engines
4.2L 6-cyl

1985 Jaguar xj6 vehicles on record

1985 Jaguar xj6 1985 Jaguar xj6SAJAV1348FC391255

Other Jaguar xj6 model years

2014 2005 2004 2003 1997 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1988 1987 1986 1984 1982

1985 Jaguar xj6 — frequently asked questions

Does the 1985 Jaguar xj6 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 1985 Jaguar xj6. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 1985 Jaguar xj6?

Across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are fuel system, gasoline.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.