Jaguar XJ8 owners have reported 11 visibility related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 9 most common visibility problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's rearview mirror (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's rear window defogger (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
The rear view mirror which has a dimming feature failed. Black fluid came spilling out onto the center console and the radio controls. The mirror be came non functional, there by having difficulty in viewing to the rear of the car. I made contact with Jaguar and they have been non responsive. Read details...
The consumer has experienced the following: the rear defroster is inop, the ashtray cover is not closing, the subframe is defective- developed a crack a week after driving, and the new subfame has multiple welded areas. Scc Read details...
Inadequate windsheild wiper function. The windshield on my 2002 Jaguar Xj8 vanden plas does not adequately clean the windshield. Complained at the dealer and got a response saying, "everybody says that. " Read details...
The contact owns a 2000 Jaguar xjv8. The contact stated that there was a dark, oily liquid substance coming out of the rear view mirror, which damaged the interior and plastic of the vehicle. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken in for diagnostic testing. Read details...
The vehicle stalled on several occasions, and the windshield wipers did not turn off. The service dealer told the consumer they needed to clean and adjust the throttle housing, and the vehicle was designed to stall when maintenance was needed. Mr scc Read details...