1987 Jaguar xj6
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1987 Jaguar xj6 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.
1987 Jaguar xj6 at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
1987 Jaguar xj6 recalls 0
No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1987 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.
1987 Jaguar xj6 common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
1987 Jaguar xj6 MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 1987 Jaguar xj6 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1987 Jaguar xj6. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
NHTSA defect investigations 3
FUEL TANK LEAKAGE Closed
NHTSA #PE90060 · Vehicle Speed Control · opened Mar 1990 · closed Sep 1990ABS FAILURE Closed
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NHTSA #PE89153 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · opened Aug 1989 · closed Oct 1989STEERING Closed
STEERING
NHTSA #DP88018 · opened Jul 1988 · closed Aug 1988An 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 2021Attachment.
Bulletin SSM59597Attachme · Electrical System · Apr 2021Attachment.
Bulletin SSM59597Attachme · Electrical System · Apr 2021A customer may report "Hood Open" message displays on IP with hood closed.
Bulletin SFCC_09AUG18_REV · Electrical System · Aug 2018SIM card activation issues
Bulletin SFCC_09AUG18_REV · Equipment · Aug 2018InControl Touch Pro phase 4 customer letter
Bulletin SFCC_09AUG18_REV · Equipment · Aug 201818C - New face of InControl Touch Pro and 18C software improvements
Bulletin SFCC_09AUG18_REV · Electrical System · Aug 2018Jaguar Land Rover Shop Foreman Conference Call
Bulletin SFCC_08MAR18 · Equipment · Mar 2018Presentation from Dealer Shop Foreman Conference Call
Bulletin SFCC_14DEC17 · Equipment · Dec 2017Mongoose Update.
Bulletin SSM62038Attachme · Electrical System · Dec 2012Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the XJ6. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 4
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 1987 Jaguar xj6. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Brakes
THE POWER BRAKE HIGH PRESSURE SUPPLY HOSE MAY RUPTURE, CAUSING LOSS OF FLUID AND CONSEQUENT LOSS OF POWER BOOST WITH AN ADDED RISK OF AN UNDERHOOD FIRE DUE TO EXPELLED FLUID IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. CORRECTION: POWER BRAKE HYDRAULIC HOSE WILL BE REPLACED ON AFFECTED VEHICLES.
Transport Canada #1990032 · Feb 1990Brakes
THE POWER BRAKE ACCUMULATOR SWITCHES, WHICH CONTROL THE FLOW OF FLUID TO AND FROM THE HYDRAULIC ACCUMULATOR, MAY FAIL DUE TO AN INTERRUPTION OF ELECTRICAL POWER THEREBY PREVENTING THE POWER ASSIST FEATURE OF THE BRAKES FROM RECHARGING. THIS COULD RESULT IN DECREASED BRAKING EFFICIENCY AND A POSSIBLE VEHICLE CRASH WHERE MINIMUM STOPPING DISTANCES ARE REQUIRED. CORRECTION: BRAKE…
Transport Canada #1990033 · Feb 1990Suspension
FAILURE OF CERTAIN FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER SPRING PAN FIXING BOLTS DUE TO STRESS CORROSION WILL CAUSE THE VEHICLE'S FRONT SUSPENSION TO SETTLE ONTO THE BUMP STOP ON ONE SIDE. CORRECTION: FRONT SUSPENSION FIXING PAN SPRING BOLTS WILL BE REPLACED.
Transport Canada #1988018 · Feb 1988Engine
WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED, THE CRUISE CONTROL AND BRAKE LIGHT MICROSWITCH MAY FAIL TO CANCEL THE CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM FROM ITS PRESENT SPEED AND/OR THE BRAKE STOP LIGHTS WOULD CEASE TO OPERATE. CORRECTION: CRUISE CONTROL/BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY WILL BE REPLACED WITH A MODIFIED SWITCH. V.I.N. RANGE 506202 TO 517023
Transport Canada #1987071 · Jul 1987Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
