MYRModel Year Report

2004 Jaguar XJ8

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2004 Jaguar XJ8
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:48:16.959Z

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
54
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2004

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Suspension

33% of complaints

Complaints per year

1998: 83 complaints 1998 1999: 11 complaints 1999 2001: 13 complaints 2001 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints 2003 2004: 54 complaints 2004 54 2005: 6 complaints 2005 2006: 4 complaints 2006
1998: 83 complaints 1998 1999: 11 complaints 1999 2001: 13 complaints 2001 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints 2003 2004: 54 complaints 2004 54 2005: 6 complaints 2005 2006: 4 complaints 2006
1998: 83 complaints 1998 1999: 11 complaints 1999 2001: 13 complaints 2001 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints 2003 2004: 54 complaints 2004 54 2005: 6 complaints 2005 2006: 4 complaints 2006

2004: 54 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
199883
199911
200113
20022
20033
200454
20056
20064

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Suspension

33% · 18 reports

Most commonly citing front and air suspension system.

CRASH

Vehicle speed control

22% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-01-23

Also filed under Air bags

While parking the vehicle it accelerated. Consumer turned the vehicle off to stop. At the second occurrence consumer was at a complete stop when the vehicle accelerated causing it to strike the vehicle in front.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-01-26

Service brakes

17% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

CRASH

Power train

15% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and axle assembly.

CRASH

Electrical system

11% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing starter assembly and software.

CRASHFIRE
Show complaint excerpts

The car cought on fire

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-05-18

Also filed under Engine and structure

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 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…

    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).

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2004 Jaguar XJ8 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 18 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 12 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 9 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2004 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 2004 Jaguar XJ8?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 Jaguar XJ8 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.