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Jaguar XK8 recalls

There are 2 safety recalls on record for the Jaguar XK8, covering 7,682 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

Jaguar XK8 recalls by model year

1998 11997 1

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Vehicle speed controlReported February 12, 1998 · 5,379 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Risk
Should this occur, limited opening of the throttle will occur, even with the accelerator pedal fully depressed to the floor.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect these vehicles and modify the throttle cable system.

Recall number 98V022000 · Recall details

Suspension: rearReported March 20, 1997 · 2,303 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The differential output shaft retaining rings on the rear suspension can become displaced allowing the output shaft to become detached from the differential unit.
Risk
If the output shaft separates, the rear suspension would collapse on the affected side resulting in loss of control of the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicle's differential serial number and repair or replace the necessary parts.

Recall number 97V045000 · Recall details

Questions about the Jaguar XK8 recalls

How do I check if my Jaguar XK8 has an open recall?

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the Jaguar XK8 have?

2, covering vehicle speed control and suspension.

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