Ignition Problems of Jaguar XJ8

Jaguar XJ8 owners have reported 2 problems related to ignition (under the electrical system category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Ignition problem of the 1998 Jaguar XJ8

Failure Date: 12/10/2002

The 1998 Xj8 while at highway / interstate speed 55 and up has gone into limp or stall mode at random (6 times in the past 18 months) exposing the occuptants to severe traffic hazards from fast moving vehicles. The vehicle coast to a standstill and must be put in park to restart. The Jaguar dealer has changed out parts but the problem continues. Many 1998 Jaguar owners have reported the same problem. The last incident was may 18, 2003.

See all problems of the 1998 Jaguar XJ8 🔎.

2 Ignition problem of the 2000 Jaguar XJ8

Failure Date: 02/01/2000

Dealer has attempted without success to repair. Has replaced numerous components. Vehicle out of service at least 1+ month. Ignition will not work. Sporadic.

See all problems of the 2000 Jaguar XJ8 🔎.

Other Common Electrical System related problems of Jaguar XJ8

Problem Category	Number of Problems
Electrical System problems	15
Ignition problems	2
Software problems	2
Dash Wiring problems	2
Instrument Panel problems	1
Battery problems	1
Ignition Switch problems	1
Starter problems	1
Starter Relay problems	1
Ignition Module problems	1

Switch Make:

Switch Model:

✿ Fuel Economy of XJ8 Vehicles

☘ XJ8 Service Bulletins

⚑ XJ8 Safety Recalls