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 and was towed to the contact's residence. Autos of dallas (4472 w plano pkwy, plano, tx 75093, (972) 484-9200) was notified of the failure and indicated that the vehicle was excluded from the federal safety agency campaign number: 04v024000 (power train); although, the vehicle exhibited the same failure as the recall campaign. The vehicle was not scheduled for a diagnostic appointment. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 201,858. *bf
The worst 2005 Jaguar XJ8 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Transmission3
- Suspension2
- Acceleration1
- Brakes1
- Electrical1
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- Transmission3
- Suspension2
- Acceleration1
- Brakes1
- Electrical1
- Engine1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2005 Jaguar XJ8 13
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 2005 Jaguar XJ8 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
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 inspection and diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available. The consumer stated the air suspension suddenly deflated while driving. The consumer stated when the incident happened, it made the vehicle difficult to steer and brake. Updated 04/27/16.*jb updated 05/10/16*lj
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 engine lost power and the vehicle immediately coasted to a complete stop. The consumer stated the engine loosing power happened several times. Several components were replaced. However, the problem would always return.
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 years after the repair, the contact was driving approximately 60 MPH when the vehicle suddenly stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for a diagnostic test. The technician stated that the fuel pump would have to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 53,000. ..updated 09/04/12 *bf the consumer stated in 2009 the throttle body was replaced; however, the dealer invoice lists park brake fault. The park brake was not repaired. In july 2012, the vehicle was towed to the nearest mechanic who found the inertia switch had engaged without the vehicle having been in an accident. The dealer then replaced the fuel pump but, did not repair the inertia switch. Updated 09/12/2012
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jaguar xj8. The contact stated that when shifting into drive from park, the vehicle accelerated in reverse erroneously. The vehicle was towed to the dealer but the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileages were 37,000.
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Questions about the 2005 Jaguar XJ8
Is the 2005 Jaguar XJ8 reliable?
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 2005 Jaguar XJ8, close to a typical XJ8 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Jaguar XJ8?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 3 complaints. Next is suspension (2).
How many recalls does the 2005 Jaguar XJ8 have?
No recalls on record.
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