MYRModel Year Report

1998 Jaguar XJ8

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1998 Jaguar XJ8
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:03:56.685Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Jaguar XJ8 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1998 highlighted. 1998: 83 complaints 1998 1999: 11 complaints 1999 2001: 13 complaints 2001 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints 2003 2004: 54 complaints 2004 2005: 6 complaints 2005 2006: 4 complaints 2006
1998: 83 complaints
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YearComplaints
199883
199911
200113
20022
20033
200454
20056
20064

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 18%

18% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 15 distinct reports on file.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 13%

13% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 11 distinct reports on file.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 12%

12% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 10 distinct reports on file.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 11%

11% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 9 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* - THE CONTACT'S STATED THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED ON AUGUST 30TH 2006, AND HAD PROBLEMS WITH LOSS OF POWER. THE VEHICLE LOST POWER ABOUT 100 TIMES WHILE DRIVING65 MPH. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE LOCAL JAGUAR DEALER FOR A CHECK UP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20070110

POWER TRAIN 10%

10% of complaints: power train — 8 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20061018 — fuel system, gasoline

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 MANUFACTURE

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).

Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1998 Jaguar XJ8 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (15 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1998 Jaguar XJ8 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Jaguar XJ8?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1998 Jaguar XJ8 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.