Model year guide

1995 Jaguar XJS

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1995 Jaguar XJS is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

1995 Jaguar XJS — representative photo
Representative photo

1995 Jaguar XJS at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints7

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

1995 Jaguar XJS 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.

1995 Jaguar XJS common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Visibility
Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.
Parking Brake
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Dimensions & weight

Length
191.3 in
Width
70.5 in
Height
48.8–50.0 in
Wheelbase
102.0 in
Curb weight
3,805–4,306 lb
Front track
58.7–202.4 in
Rear track
59.1 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1995 Jaguar XJS — ranges cover the 4 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 46

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 46.

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

AJ16 EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION SYSTEM REPLACE PROMS AND EGR VALVE. THIS SERVICE BULLETIN REPLACES 1712 DATED 11/01. *EH

Bulletin 1712 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Aug 2002

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE CONTAMINATION WITH THE THE EGR VALVE THAT CAN PRODUCE POSSIBLE DRIVABILITY ISSUES SUCH AS ROUGH IDLE, HESITATION, AND DIFFICULT STARTING. *TT

Bulletin 1712 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Nov 2001

AJ16 EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION SYSTEM. REPLACE PROMS AND EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE. *EH

Bulletin 171001 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Nov 2001

SUBJECT REGARDING RECALL R493, AJ16 EGR SYSTEM REPLACE PROMS AND EGR VALVE. *YH

Bulletin 719 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Sep 2001

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

About the Jaguar XJS

The Jaguar XJ-S is a luxury grand tourer manufactured and marketed by British car manufacturer Jaguar Cars from 1975 to 1996, in coupé, fixed-profile and full convertible bodystyles. There were three distinct iterations, with a total production of 115,413 units over 20 years and 7 months.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

1995 Jaguar XJS vehicles on record

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1995 Jaguar XJS — frequently asked questions

Does the 1995 Jaguar XJS have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1995 Jaguar XJS. 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 1995 Jaguar XJS?

Across all 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are seat belts, electrical system, structure.

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