MYRModel Year Report

2006 Jaguar XJ8

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2006 Jaguar XJ8
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:17:15.567Z

Only 4 complaints on file — too few 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.

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Jaguar XJ8 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2006 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
2006: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
199883
199911
200113
20022
20033
200454
20056
20064

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

1 of 4 total reports mentions: suspension.

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A KNOWN DEFECT IN THE MANUFACTURE OF THE 2004 THROUGH 2006 JAGUAR XJ8S AND NEEDS TO BE RECALLED FOR REPAIR IN REGARD TO THIS MODEL'S AIR SUSPENSION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20131112

POWER TRAIN

1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 JAGUAR XJ8. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED IN PARK, IT CONTINUED TO MOVE FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INOPERABLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171204

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 4 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

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JAGUAR HAS LESS THAN 600 MILES / YR, NEVER PARKED OUTSIDE, DRIVEN IN ANY TYPE OF WEATHER BEFORE FAILURE. 3-30-2015, AFTER 170 MILE RIDE, TOPPED THE FUEL OFF BEFORE PLACING BACK INTO INSIDE COVERED STORAGE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150602

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 4 total reports mentions: electrical system.

FIRE
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 JAGUAR XJ8. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKED, SHE NOTICED SMOKE EMITTING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CONTACTED TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130829

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2006 Jaguar XJ8 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2006 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 2006 Jaguar XJ8?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2006 Jaguar XJ8 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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