2008 Jaguar XJ Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XJ years
- Not enough data 11th of 21 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Jaguar XJ. That ranks 11th out of 21 XJ model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is vehicle speed control (2 complaints, 33%), typically at around 58 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 6owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 Jaguar XJ problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 33% | 58 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 17% | 83,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 17% | 58 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 17% | 83,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 Jaguar XJ recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2008 Jaguar XJ.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
i had a short in my fuel tank when i remove the pump all the wires were baer no rubber around the wires it could have made a fire in the tank if one is like this many more r out there waiting to get on fire
My wife and I are drivers with 50+ years of driving experience each, with clean driving records. Recently two incidents occurred while driving my 2008 Jaguar XJ that frightened us, where we have been left with no feasible explanation. There were no messages, warning lamps, or other symptoms of the…
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jaguar xj. The contact stated that the abs light illuminated on the instrument panel and the front end of the vehicle started to shake. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and it was determined that all of the control arms were rusted and needed to be replaced. The…
As i was going down a slopping street at approximately 30-35 mph, i stepped on the brakes to slow decline but car surged forward, immediately gaining speed up to 58 mph. When i leveled out at the bottom of the hill i was able to pull over to side of road by tapping on the brakes until i came to a…
2008 jaguar xjl consumer stated vehicle lost cruise control. *bf the consumer stated a warning that read "cruise unavailable park brake default" illuminated on the dashboard. The consumer stated he pulled over to read the owners manual and it stated the park brake default could result in serious…
Other Jaguar XJ years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 XJ | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 XJ | 1 | 0 |
| 2017 XJ | 2 | 3 |
| 2016 XJ | 8 | 2 |
| 2015 XJ | 7 | 3 |
| 2014 XJ | 12 | 2 |
| 2013 XJ | 8 | 3 |
| 2012 XJ | 7 | 0 |
| 2011 XJ | 16 | 3 |
| 2010 XJ | 0 | 3 |
| 2008 | 6 | 0 |
| 2007 XJ | 4 | 1 |
| 2006 XJ | 11 | 3 |
| 2005 XJ | 6 | 0 |
| 2004 XJ | 13 | 3 |
| 2003 XJ | 2 | 0 |
| 2002 XJ | 2 | 0 |
| 2000 XJ | 13 | 0 |
| 1998 XJ | 11 | 1 |
| 1997 XJ | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 XJ | 1 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Jaguar XJ?
Owners most often report vehicle speed control, fuel/propulsion system, service brakes problems. The top one, vehicle speed control, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Jaguar XJ?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2008 Jaguar XJ a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XJ model years, the 2008 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.