2006 Jaguar XJ8
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.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2006: 4 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 83 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 2 |
| 2003 | 3 |
| 2004 | 54 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 4 |
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, 2013-11-12
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, 2017-12-04
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, 2015-06-02
Electrical system
1 of 4 total reports mentions: electrical system.
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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, 2013-08-29
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2006 Jaguar XJ8 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.
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 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.