- The problem
- Excessive fuel vapor pressure can occur that, after prolonged cycling, could weaken the fuel tank structure.
- The risk
- This can cause fuel tank leaks which, in the presence ofan ignition source, could result in a vehicle fire.
- The fix
- Install a revised fuel purge system which eliminates excessive vapor pressure build-up.
Vehicle safety record
1978 Jaguar XJS Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1978 Jaguar XJS with NHTSA, most often about the fuel system (1). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in July 1990 for the tank assembly. For comparison, the 1977 has 0 and the 1979 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical XJS year, for its age
#15 most complained-about 1978 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1978 Jaguar XJS problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1978 Jaguar XJS recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- The air pipe and fuel line pipe may contact each other and result in chafing of the fuel rail.
- The fix
- The dealer will reroute air or fuel line to preclude contact, without charge to owner.
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 1978 Jaguar XJS
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Recall repair (90v123000) was refused due to engine type (v8). *Yc
Jaguar XJS: every year compared
All XJS years1978 Jaguar XJS vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 Jaguar XJS | 1 | 2 | B | |
| 1978 Jaguar XJ12 | 1 | 1 | B | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1978 Jaguar XJS
Does the 1978 Jaguar XJS have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1978 Jaguar XJS: tank assembly (July 1990); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (March 1978). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1978 Jaguar XJS?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the fuel system (1).
How many complaints has the 1978 Jaguar XJS had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on September 15, 1999 and the latest on September 15, 1999. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1978 Jaguar XJS a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 72 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Jaguar XJS year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Jaguar XJS years have the most complaints?
1990 (15), 1989 (14), 1991 (8). See every Jaguar XJS year compared.
What should I do if my 1978 Jaguar XJS has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data