1999 Jaguar XJ8L Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XJ8L years
- Not enough data 2nd of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Jaguar XJ8L. That ranks 2nd out of 2 XJ8L model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (2 complaints, 22%), typically at around 87,815 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 fire, 4 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 9owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 Jaguar XJ8L 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 22% | 87,815 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 11% | 57,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 11% | 143,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 11% | 57,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 11% | 86,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 11% | 24,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 11% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 11% | 94,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 Jaguar XJ8L recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 Jaguar XJ8L.
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.
Was on us i-280 northbound at about 8 p.m., going prevailing speed, going to a social meeting, but with an organizational director. Heard loud pop and car lurched forward abruptly, then engine began to rattle, smoke and burnt rubber/oil smell began to invade cabin. Husband turned off engine and…
My 99 xj8l jaguar wouldn't start and i took it to a mechanic--he said 4 of my 8 cylinders stopped working and i needed a new engine. I did a vehicle search for my car and found out there was engine problems from the manufacturer its called the nikasil problem - document numbers are s491v6 or v5. I…
The rear view mirror which has a dimming feature failed. Black fluid came spilling out onto the center console and the radio controls. The mirror be came non functional, there by having difficulty in viewing to the rear of the car. *tr i made contact with jaguar and they have been non responsive.
Dt*: the contact stated while traveling various, a noise was heard in the transmission and the gears shifted without warning. The vehicle was driven to an independent repair shop, who determined if a transmission cleaning does not remedy the problem, the transmission would need to be replaced.
I was the third car in a five-car accident. I was at a complete stop and about 0.5 car length from the car in front of me when car number 2, a 2004 dodge dakota pickup, hit me from behind. My car, a 1999 xj8l, sustained extensive damage in the rear, but only minor damage to the front section, no…
Other Jaguar XJ8L years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 9 | 0 |
| 1998 XJ8L | 15 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Jaguar XJ8L?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, electrical system, engine problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Jaguar XJ8L?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1999 Jaguar XJ8L a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XJ8L model years, the 1999 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.