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1978 Jaguar XJ6 recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1978 Jaguar XJ6. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Jaguar been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Jaguar dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

1978 Jaguar XJ6 recalls, newest first

May 23, 1979NHTSA 79V1280003,512 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Automatic transmission

Summary
The selector quadrant spiral retaining pin may work its way out of position so that the vehicle could remain in gear when selector lever is moved into the "park" position.
Remedy
Dealer will secure spiral pin using a retaining pin to permanently lock it in position.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 11, 1978NHTSA 78V1960003,263 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe

Summary
The exhaust downpipes installed on the involved vehicles may not permit proper clearance between the downpipes and the steering column lower joints. Upon making a hard full right turn, the exhaust downpipe and steering column could come into contact with each other. This could result in a loss of steering control.
Remedy
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the exhaust downpipe with one of modified shape, without charge to owner.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1978 Jaguar XJ6 were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

Other Jaguar XJ6 years

Other 1978 Jaguar models

Questions

Does the 1978 Jaguar XJ6 have any recalls?
3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: power train, fuel system, gasoline, engine and engine cooling. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1978 Jaguar XJ6 recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Jaguar dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1978 Jaguar XJ6?
0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.