2004 Jaguar XJ8: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 54 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is suspension (33% of complaints).
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 54 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“The airbag light came on with only 54,000 miles on this jaguar, that is not normal as I have owned jaguar cars for 3 decades. Also the air suspension failure occurred at 55,000 miles which is the current mileage and the car was parked for two weeks without any movements. This vehicle drives less than 3000 miles a year now and I'm super disappointed in this factor where as my wife's mercedes s500 with 139,000 miles on it has no issues on it at all.”Owner report · Suspension · Feb 2019
“Tl* the contact owns a 2004 jaguar xj8. The contact stated that the brake system, dynamic stability control, and engine failure system warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle failed to start and was towed to a certified mechanic who stated that the wiring in the engine needed to be replaced and water was entering the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 15,483.”Owner report · Engine · Jul 2018
“Tl* the contact owns a 2004 jaguar xj8. While driving approximately 5 mph, the transmission failed to shift up and the engine stalled. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The failure mileage was not available.”Owner report · Engine · Mar 2018
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“Suspension fault light comes on and car drops down,can be dangerous when driving and cause a accident,this is a common problem with this car and should be addressed by jaguar”Owner report · Suspension · Dec 2017
“While proceeding to park in the driveway, the vehicle experienced a sudden acceleration and forcibly struck another vehicle that was parked in the garage. During this incident the driver had no control of braking or steering. The impact was severe enough to cause the airbag to deploy and sustain major damage to both vehicles. *tr”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · Dec 2014
“I was making a left turn at 15 mph when the car suddenly accelerated for a few moments and then settled down. I then took 2 right turns at 10 mph and was attempting to apply the brake in a parking spot when the car suddenly accelerated running over a bush, 10 ft tree, and in to a ditch on east side of highway 41 in bonita springs before I could get the car to stop. I then drove in gingerly in to a parking spot and left it until it was towed to naples jaguar the next morning. Myself and my three passengers were terrified and tortured by the trauma. *tr”Owner report · Structure · Dec 2013
“The vehicle too low sign appears, as well as, air suspension fault sign. The car is low and difficult to handle and the ride is very rough. *jb”Owner report · Suspension · Sep 2013
“I have this beautiful that I can't drive because of suspension problems. Vehicle too low and suspension fault warnings came on. You'd think by now that jaguar would have recalled these vehicles and fixed the problem. I cannot belive a car that costs this much has such problems. My gm truck with over 300,000 miles - I purchased it brand new - doesn't have nearly the amount of issues this jag does. *tr”Owner report · Suspension · Jun 2013
“Well I was driving along and all of a sudden just lost fuel power, so I pull over, cut the car off, and started the car up again and drove about a 100 yards and it repeated the same thing over again. I must have did it at least 6 times till I got home. So I'm thinking that it might be the throttle box, it's a fuel and electrical problem. *tr”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Mar 2013
“Vehicle light comes on indicating "low suspension". The sits nearly ground level, rides horribly. Took vehicle in for repair. Spent over $4,500.00 (6 days without my car) for parts and labor for repairs and the light is on again. I am at loss and frustrated to no end!!!!!! *tr”Owner report · Suspension · Jan 2013
When filing, owners marked a crash in 10 of these complaints and injuries in 6 - 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).
Trouble codes owners mention
OBD-II codes that appear in NHTSA complaints about this car.
Check your exact XJ8 by VIN
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Is the 2004 Jaguar XJ8 reliable?
NHTSA has 54 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 2004 Jaguar XJ8. The most complained-about area is suspension (33% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2004 Jaguar XJ8 problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 52,000 miles or less.
Does the 2004 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.