1998 Jaguar XJ8 XJ 8 V8 from North America
Summary:
This vehicle is too expensive for for the product you receive
Faults:
Premium Sound package has intermittent sound cut out on the drivers door speaker.
Steering and tire vibration resulting in suspension bushings being replaced 3 times and tire replacement.
Front brake and rotor replacement at 38,000 miles.
ABS module went out and was replaced.
Steering pulling and braking unstable resulting in rear suspension wishbone being replaced.
While on the Highway at 55 to 65 MPH the vehicle will sometimes start slowing down and will not accelerate, then goes in to "Limp Home" mode. Dealer can find no problem/computer fault codes.
General Comments:
This vehicle is too expensive for the type mechanical problems experienced.
The dealers service department required me to contact Jaguar headquarters on most occasions to receive proper service response.
The vehicle Steers well and is very comfortable for the front passengers.
The rear seating is cramped for anyone over 5 foot 6 inches tall.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 27th February, 2003
13th Aug 2001, 12:06
I have difficulty to believe that, I have a XJ8, I did 201 000 km with this car and I never had a problem with that.
Just strange...