Model year guide

1998 Jaguar XJR

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1998 Jaguar XJR is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

1998 Jaguar XJR — representative photo
Representative photo

1998 Jaguar XJR at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints9
Combined17 mpg

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

1998 Jaguar XJR recalls 1

Fuel System, Gasoline NHTSA Campaign #06E043000 · 19/05/2006

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 C…

Fix: 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).

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.

1998 Jaguar XJR common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Seats
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
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.

1998 Jaguar XJR MPG & running costs

Combined17 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway20 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,850
EPA size classCompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd
Forced inductionSupercharged
Passenger volume94 cu ft
Cargo volume12 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$12,250 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1998 Jaguar XJR costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$24,250
Fuel only$24,250
Per mile$0.32

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

Length
197.6 in
Width
70.9 in
Height
52.8 in
Wheelbase
113.0 in
Curb weight
4,074 lb
Front track
59.1 in
Rear track
59.1 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1998 Jaguar XJR. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 24

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 24.

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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 XJR. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

1998 Jaguar XJR vehicles on record

1998 Jaguar XJR 1998 Jaguar XJRSAJJPALF4CR858736

Other Jaguar XJR model years

2019 2008 2007 2005 2003 2001 1996 1986

1998 Jaguar XJR — frequently asked questions

Does the 1998 Jaguar XJR have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1998 Jaguar XJR. 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 1998 Jaguar XJR?

Across all 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine and engine cooling, air bags, seats.

What gas mileage does the 1998 Jaguar XJR get?

The 1998 Jaguar XJR has a U.S. EPA estimate of 17 mpg combined (15 city / 20 highway).

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