Jaguar XJ8 owners have reported 4 problems related to gasoline engine (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.
While driving on the freeway my car died out even though my pedal was to the floor. It was the most frightening experience of my life and I feared for my safety. I was a miracle I was not killed.
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While driving 40-45 mph vehicle started to smoke. A few minutes later vehicle caught on fire in the front end. Prior to the fire there was slight power loss, odor and white smoke coming from under the hood.
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In the morning when consumer starts vehicle and puts it in reverse, vehicle jumps. Also, consumer stated that he has to put vehicle in neutralto stop the jerking movement. While driving at 60-65 mph and 30-40 mph engine cuts off.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Car Stall problems | |
| Engine Stall problems | |
| Timing Tensioner problems | |
| Engine problems | |
| Check Engine Light On problems | |
| Gasoline Engine problems | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling problems | |
| Engine Shut Off Without Warning problems | |
| Engine Belts And Pulleys problems | |
| Engine Failure problems |