2001 Jaguar XJ8: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 13 owner complaints on record; most reports concern structure.
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 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Tl* the contact owns a 2001 jaguar xj8. While driving at 5 mph, the vehicle stalled and various warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not able to restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the spark plugs needed to be replaced and an engine oil flush needed to be performed. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 56,000.”Owner report · Engine · Mar 2015
“Tl* the contact owns a 2001 jaguar xj8. The contact stated when starting the vehicle, the check engine and error warning lights were illuminated. The performance of the engine was restricted with minimal engine power. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the contact was advised the failure potentially was caused by the primary or secondary timing chain tensioner. The dealer advised having the vehicle diagnosed in order to determine the exact failure and repair needed. The vehicle was neither diagnosed nor repaired. There was not a recall for the failure. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure and current mileages were 90,000.”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Mar 2010
“My 2001 jaguar xj8 has less than 42,000 miles on it...while driving at an approximate speed of 30 mph, it suddenly slowed to barely a crawl, and the instrument panel stated that the vehicle had no ABS and trac power. Fortunately, I was on main streets and not a highway, as this could have been detrimental to both my safety and the motoring public in general. After going online to research this problem, I am finding similar complaints. I have not yet taken it to a repair shop, but my research shows that a module would need to be replaced at a cost of $1500!!! This defect should be recalled and fixed by the manufacturer. *tr”Owner report · Electrical System · Dec 2007
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“My 2001 jaguar xj8 with 43,000 miles suddenly reported problems with ABS and trac systems on the dashboard readout. Dealer checked it and said a module needed replacement (total cost of about $1500). Although the warranty period was past, with such low mileage, I felt such a safety defect should be taken care of by jaguar north america. I wrote them but they refused. I also pointed out they should have a recall, as the dealer told me this was quite common. I think this is something that should be looked into, if ABS failures occur so soon in what otherwise is a very good automobile. *tr”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Aug 2007
“Dt*: the contact stated while traveling various speeds, the vehicle would not down shift correctly. The dealership replaced the transmission. Then two years later, the transmission began to growl; the vehicle was taken back to the dealership and the transmission was being replaced a second time.”Owner report · Power Train · Oct 2006
“The computer system of the vehicle malfunctioned and shut down all systems resulting in an immediate loss of power and the ability to control the vehicle,dealer could not explain the problem, possible electrical problems. *yh”Owner report · Electrical System · Aug 2001
“While driving 40-45 mph vehicle started to smoke. A few minutes later vehicle caught on fire in the front end. *ak prior to the fire there was slight power loss, odor and white smoke coming from under the hood. *yh”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling
“The consumer has experienced the following: the rear defroster is inop, the ashtray cover is not closing, the subframe is defective- developed a crack a week after driving, and the new subfame has multiple welded areas. Scc”Owner report · Equipment
“The analog gauge readings were not visible on the instrument cluster while driving in day light. *ak the consumer asked a salesman about this problem and he stated that they all performed that way. *nlm”Owner report · Structure
“Consumer has experienced multiple defects. The dealer suggests that the problems are due to external damage. Scc ph”Owner report · Equipment
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).
Specifications
Factory options offered for the 2001 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.
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Is the 2001 Jaguar XJ8 reliable?
NHTSA has 13 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 2001 Jaguar XJ8. The most complained-about area is structure.
Does the 2001 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.