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2016 Jaguar XJ Recalls

Updated May 30, 2026·Ryan Davis1 Critical Recalls

Recall Summary

The 2016 Jaguar XJ has 2 recalls recorded by NHTSA.

1 High Risk Found — View Now

Total Recalls

2
1 High Risk

Source: NHTSA Campaign Data

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Recall Summary

What the recall count means for the 2016 Jaguar XJ

The 2016 Jaguar XJ has 2 recall campaigns on record. Yes, buyers should pay close attention. The 2016 Jaguar XJ has 1 serious recall touching safety-critical systems, so a VIN-specific remedy check should happen before you buy.

Which systems are affected?

The main systems named in recall filings for the 2016 Jaguar XJ include AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL.

What should buyers check before purchase?

Run a VIN recall lookup, confirm dealer remedy completion, and compare the recall themes against the maintenance and complaints reports before committing.

What is the most serious recall on the 2016 Jaguar XJ?

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Jaguar XJ vehicles manufactured September 12, 2016, to October 26, 2016. The affected vehicles have a front passenger air bag inflator initiator that may fail to ignite during a crash, preventing the air bag from deploying.

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Data and Methodology

MethodologyHow we score →

Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

FAQ

How many recalls does the 2016 Jaguar XJ have?

There are 2 recall campaigns for the 2016 Jaguar XJ.

Recall rows are tied to NHTSA campaign-level source references.

Review recall campaigns

Are there safety critical recalls for the 2016 Jaguar XJ?

There are 1 which have high risk. Prioritize campaigns affecting brakes, steering, airbags, fuel systems, or fire risk, then confirm remedy availability with VIN lookup.

Recall response workflow is provided next to the data table.

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Recall campaigns
2
Primary source
NHTSA recall filings and campaign references
Workflow
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In this guide

  1. 01Overview
  2. 02Action Plan
  3. 03Should Buyers Worry?
  4. 04NHTSA Recalls
  5. 05Data and Methodology

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Recalls for 2016 Jaguar XJ Buyer's Guide

2 total campaigns, 1 marked high risk

High Riskcritical
ID: 16V943000

Air Bags

FrontalPassenger SideInflator Module

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Jaguar XJ vehicles manufactured September 12, 2016, to October 26, 2016. The affected vehicles have a front passenger air bag inflator initiator that may fail to ignite during a crash, preventing the air bag from deploying.

moderate
ID: 17V678000

Electrical System

Instrument Cluster/Panel

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Jaguar XF and F-Pace, 2016-2017 Jaguar XJ and 2018 Jaguar XE vehicles. The instrument cluster (IC) may intermittently go blank.