1998 Jaguar XK8
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.
- Complaints
- 32
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Engine and engine cooling
Campaigns on file for 1998
None on file
34% of complaints
Complaints per year
1998: 32 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 30 |
| 1998 | 32 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 4 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Engine and engine cooling
34% · 11 reportsMost commonly citing gasoline and engine.
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The vehicle stalled intermittently without warning.*ak the gear shift failed to come out of park. *ts also the antenna and power mirror switch was replaced and the coolant light illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-06-16
Power train
22% · 7 reportsMost commonly citing automatic transmission and column shift.
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Would not start, battery run down in less than one week. Stationary
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-04-29
Also filed under Electrical system and exterior lighting
When driving in reverse, consumer is not able to place gear in drive unless moves to park first. Dealer has replaced shifter 5 times, but problem continues to occur. Vehicle is a 1998 Jaguar XK8.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-06-16
Visibility
13% · 4 reportsMost commonly citing windshield wiper/washer and exterior.
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Windshield wipers failed. Mjs
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-06-17
Electrical system
13% · 4 reportsMost commonly citing interior/under dash and control module.
Vehicle speed control
9% · 3 reportsSafety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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1998-03-16Vehicle speed control98V022000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The cable adjuster bracket nut on the outer sleeve of the throttle cable can become displaced fromthe cable abutment bracket on the engine.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect these vehicles and modify the throttle cable system.
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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).
Buy-smart checklist
1998 Jaguar XK8 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 11 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 98V022000 · Vehicle speed control
- Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 1998 Jaguar XK8 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 XK8?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 34% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1998 Jaguar XK8 have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.