1997 Jaguar XJ Problems: 1 Complaint, 0 Recalls

The worst 1997 Jaguar XJ problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Transmission
1

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Transmission
1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 1997 Jaguar XJ 46

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

Apr 14, 2021 Service bulletinAttachment.
Aug 20, 2018 Service bulletinInControl Touch Pro phase 4 customer letter
Aug 20, 2018 Service bulletinSIM card activation issues
Aug 20, 2018 Service bulletin18C
Aug 20, 2018 Service bulletinA customer may report "Hood Open" message displays on IP with hood closed.
Mar 8, 2018 Service bulletinJaguar Land Rover Shop Foreman Conference Call
Dec 14, 2017 Service bulletinPresentation from Dealer Shop Foreman Conference Call
May 9, 2014 Service bulletinClimate Controlled Seats Diagnosis & Testing
Mar 28, 2014 Service bulletinDiagnostic Concerns.
Dec 10, 2013 Service bulletinRear transport tow eye being left in place or not discarded

See all 46 bulletins for the 1997 Jaguar XJ

1997 Jaguar XJ fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

Engine	Drive	City	Highway	Combined
4.0L 6‑cyl	RWD	15	21-22	18

What 1997 Jaguar XJ owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 4, 2004 · Transmission · 53,000 miles · FL

While driving 20 MPH, the transmission failed which caused the vehicle to loose power. *la the check engine light was on. The transmission was replaced. *sc

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Questions about the 1997 Jaguar XJ

Is the 1997 Jaguar XJ reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1997 Jaguar XJ, fewer than a typical XJ model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1997 Jaguar XJ?

Transmission and drivetrain, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 1997 Jaguar XJ have?

No recalls on record.

What gas mileage does the 1997 Jaguar XJ get?

Official estimates for the 1997 Jaguar XJ range from 18 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.0L 6-cyl, RWD) gets 15 city and 21-22 highway.

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1997 Jaguar XJ problems