2008 Jaguar XK
Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2008
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2008: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 0 |
| 1998 | 0 |
| 1999 | 0 |
| 2000 | 0 |
| 2001 | 0 |
| 2002 | 0 |
| 2003 | 1 |
| 2004 | 0 |
| 2005 | 4 |
| 2006 | 4 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 3 |
| 2011 | 3 |
| 2012 | 2 |
| 2013 | 2 |
| 2014 | 3 |
| 2015 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Visibility
1 of 5 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing glass, side/rear.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 5 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Show complaint excerpts
2008 Jaguar XK. Gas pedal accelerated car would not stop till put into neutral.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-02-03
Suspension
1 of 5 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing control arm.
Structure
1 of 5 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
Show complaint excerpts
This is a 2008 vehicle always garage kept, 50,000 miles, edges of windshield are delaminating, the edges not exposed to the weather and elements. This compromises the windshields strength. Exterior of vehicle looks brand new with no wear and tear.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-03-12
Power train
1 of 5 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing differential unit.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2009-06-08Tires09V161000 Jaguar is recalling 112 my 2007-2009 XK vehicles fitted with run flat tires for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no.138, "Tire pressure monitoring…
Remedy: Dealers will update the car configuration file settings to enable the instrument cluster to flag the warning symbols as required by FMVSS 138 and associated test in the instrument cluster message…
Buy-smart checklist
2008 Jaguar XK — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 09V161000 · Tires
FAQ
- Is the 2008 Jaguar XK 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 2008 Jaguar XK?
- The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 Jaguar XK 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.