1999 Jaguar XJ8: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 11 owner complaints on record; most reports concern engine and engine cooling.
Data updated weekly · latest recall May 2006
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Tl* the contact owns a 1999 jaguar xj8. While driving unknown speeds, the transmission failed to shift into gear and the transmission indicator illuminated. Additionally, the accelerator pedal was applied, but the vehicle failed to move. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified and opened case number: 8000481749. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was 87,906.”Owner report · Power Train · Nov 2017
“Tl* the contact owns a 1999 jaguar xj8. The contact stated that while traveling 65 mph, the contact ran into the rear of another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy upon impact. The police came and documented the accident. The vehicle was completely destroyed. The contact sustained bruises to the shoulder and chest. The manufacturer was contacted. The dealer stated that the air bag would not deploy until the vehicle came to a complete stop. The failure and current mileages were 170,000. *tr”Owner report · Air Bags · Dec 2012
“Our 1999 jaguar xj8 has had numerous throttle body failures. It has been replaced by jaguar and I have had to have it replaced twice. The problem with failure is that it causes a stability control failure which causes the car to be uncontrollable. In fact, my wife hit the edge of our garage entrance way do to it;s failure. I have contacted jaguar on several occasions by letter, email and phone and they appear to be unconcerned and suggest that I continue to replace the throttle body once it goes bad. This is a real safety issue and requires the attention of your office. *tr”Owner report · Fuel System, Other · Jun 2009
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“Tl*the contact owns a 1999 jaguar xj8. The vehicle would not start and the contact took it to the dealer. Because the timing chain tensioner was made of plastic, the plastic shears kept entering into the engine timing chain tensioner. The repair cost over $1,000 and the manufacturer was unable to assist because the vehicle was out of warranty. The current and failure mileages were less than 98,817.”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Mar 2009
“Tl*the contact owns a 1999 jaguar xj8. Whenever the contact attempts to stop the vehicle, it dramatically lunges forward. Also, while driving at highway speeds, the vehicle feels as if it is losing power. Prior to the failures, the contact noticed that the transmission warning indicator illuminated on the instrument control panel. The vehicle has not yet been inspected to determine the cause of the failure. The failure mileage was 90,000 and current mileage was 91,000.”Owner report · Power Train · Oct 2008
“Tl*the contact owns a 1999 jaguar xj8. The vehicle would not shift correctly from gear to gear. When the vehicle was taken to the dealer, they stated that the transmission needed to be replaced at the cost of $3,800. The dealer stated that his VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 99v138000 (power train:automatic transmission). The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage was 103,000 and failure mileage was 98,000.”Owner report · Power Train · Oct 2007
“Ltr fm (ca) re a defective plastic timing chain tensioner installed in their 1999 jaguar xj8. *ts the consumer stated the vehicle was not properly maintained prior to purchasing it. The consumer was told there was oil sludge build up in the engine. *jb”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Dec 2005
“Dt: the contact states vehicle would not start. She had it towed to the dealership, and they determined there was sludge in the oil pan and the timing chain broke. The engine needed to be replaced. *ak the plastic timing chain tensioner failed and jammed in the timing chain which caused the chain to break in half. This resulted in the valves being stuck open and the pistons to collide. The consumer learned of sb x303-68 and 303-30 which addressed this problem. *nm the consumer learned a defective timing chain tensioner was installed when the vehicle was manufactured. Updated 01/25/06 *jb”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Dec 2005
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 1 campaign
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 CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Remedy: 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).
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Is the 1999 Jaguar XJ8 reliable?
NHTSA has 11 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 1999 Jaguar XJ8. The most complained-about area is engine and engine cooling.
Does the 1999 Jaguar XJ8 have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning fuel system, gasoline. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.