2005 Jaguar XJ8 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XJ8 years
- Not enough data 5th of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Jaguar XJ8. That ranks 5th out of 8 XJ8 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (3 complaints, 50%), typically at around 53,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 6owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2005 Jaguar XJ8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 3 | 50% | 53,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 33% | 88,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 17% | 53,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 17% | 53,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 17% | 53,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2005 Jaguar XJ8 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2005 Jaguar XJ8.
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.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 JAGUAR XJ8. UPON SHIFTING THE VEHICLE FROM PARK INTO REVERSE, THE GEAR FAILED TO CHANGE OVER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PIN FUNCTION WAS UNABLE TO RELEASE THE GEAR DUE TO THE TRANSMISSION NOT CHANGING. AS A RESULT, THE BRAKES SEIZED. THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO BE DRIVEN…
While driving 0n a city street a "low vehicle warning" came on. The next time car driven the "air suspension fault appeared" 88000 mile and repair is $3,200.00.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jaguar xj8. The contact stated that the air bag suspension light illuminated. While driving approximately 70 mph, the suspension lowered without warning, which was a safety concern while the vehicle was in motion. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for…
2005 jaguar xj8l. Consumer writes in regards to intermittent engine light malfunctions *tgw the consumer stated at approximately 38,000 miles, he began to experience warning light messages such as engine fault, brake fault and dsc fault. Immediately following the display of the engine light, the…
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jaguar xj8. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for a diagnostic test. The technician stated that the throttle gasket would have to be replaced. Approximately two…
Other Jaguar XJ8 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 XJ8 | 4 | 0 |
| 2005 | 6 | 0 |
| 2004 XJ8 | 54 | 0 |
| 2003 XJ8 | 3 | 0 |
| 2002 XJ8 | 2 | 0 |
| 2001 XJ8 | 13 | 0 |
| 1999 XJ8 | 11 | 0 |
| 1998 XJ8 | 83 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Jaguar XJ8?
Owners most often report power train, suspension, electrical system problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Jaguar XJ8?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2005 Jaguar XJ8 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XJ8 model years, the 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.