Suspension Problems of Jaguar XJ8

The airbag light came on with only 54,000 miles on this Jaguar, that is not normal as I have owned Jaguar cars for 3 decades. Also the air suspension failure occurred at 55,000 miles which is the current mileage and the car was parked for two weeks without any movements. This vehicle drives less than 3000 miles a year now and I'm super disappointed in this factor where as my wife's mercedes s500 with 139,000 miles on it has no issues on it at all.

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Suspension fault light comes on and car drops down,can be dangerous when driving and cause a accident,this is a common problem with this car and should be addressed by Jaguar.

While driving 0n a city street a "low vehicle warning" came on. The next time car driven the "air suspension fault appeared" 88000 mile and repair is $3,200. 00.

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The contact owns a 2005 Jaguar Xj8. The contact stated that the air suspension and air bag warning lights illuminated. While driving approximately 70 mph, the suspension lowered without warning, which was a safety concern while the vehicle was in motion. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection and diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.

Just riding around the city (macon, GA) and the vehicle low light came on. Went out after a while so didn't worry about it. The next morning noticed the front end was low. Started the car and the vehicle low light was on and after that the air suspension fault light came on. These two lights kept flashing one after the other. Took vehicle to an import repair facility. . No Jaguar dealers near. Was quoted air shock replacement/ install for about 2500 dollars. So I ordered the exact same part online and had them installed for half that amount. Exactly one month later a few days ago. . The same lights are on again and the front end is once again too low to drive. Not sure what to do now, no Jaguar dealer near and can't believe a luxury car apparently has an inherent problem that Jaguar hasn't recalled. Very frustrating not being able to drive this beauty. . !!!!.

A known defect in the manufacture of the 2004 through 2006 Jaguar Xj8s and needs to be recalled for repair in regard to this model's air suspension. In cold temperatures (30 degrees f or below), the air suspension system fails to keep the front end of the vehicle suspended. A red light on the instrument cluster lights up and the message center displays the warning, "vehicle too low". This particular incident occurred this morning, 11/12/2013, as I started my car (27 degrees f outside). Unfortunately, this happened to me 6 months ago while traveling on the interstate across country when the outside temperature dipped to 29 degrees f. I was going the speed limit of 70 mph at the time that the suspension suddenly dropped. It could have caused a major car accident. As soon as the outside temperature rises above 30 degrees f, the air suspension compressor kicks in and lifts the vehicle up to its appropriate height. This known defect in the manufacture of the air suspension is highly dangerous and a recall needs to be enacted against the manufacturer, Jaguar. I have discovered on the internet countless complaints of this problem.

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The vehicle too low sign appears, as well as, air suspension fault sign. The car is low and difficult to handle and the ride is very rough.

I have this beautiful that I can't drive because of suspension problems. Vehicle too low and suspension fault warnings came on. You'd think by now that Jaguar would have recalled these vehicles and fixed the problem. I cannot belive a car that costs this much has such problems. My gm truck with over 300,000 miles - I purchased it brand new - doesn't have nearly the amount of issues this jag does.

Vehicle light comes on indicating "low suspension". The sits nearly ground level, rides horribly. Took vehicle in for repair. Spent over $4,500. 00 (6 days without my car) for parts and labor for repairs and the light is on again. I am at loss and frustrated to no end!!!!!!.

Tl- the contact owns a 2004 Jaguar Xj8. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, a warning light illuminated stating that the air suspension was at halts and the suspension lowered independently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. After diagnosis, the contact was informed that the air compressor had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and was looking into the matter. The failure and current mileages were approximately 49,900. Mah.

Took vehicle out to fuel up and drove highway to other locations. Noticed it was slightly lower on the right prior to taking it out. Vehicle started to shake on right side like tire was getting low. I had tire checked for any leaks and everything was good. On my way back home things got worse and had to slow down to nearly a crawl. Light indicater stated that car was too low (nearly dragging the ground) and the suspension fault indicater came on shortly thereafter. Fortunately, I was able to make it back to my garage without any disasterous results to myself or the vehicle. I think it is incrediible that a $90,000 car of this caliber , with only 50,000 miles on it has no credible value to it at all! this is the second time this has happened to this vehicle. The repair cost is well into the 3 to 4 thousand dollar range. I would never buy another one!!!!!.

The contact owns a 2004 Jaguar Xj8. The contact was traveling 40 mph when the rear end of the vehicle started to bounce. The contact mentioned that the air suspension and vehicle too low warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the passenger side rear air bags failed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages was 100,400.

Entering parking garage, warning light appears "vehicle too low" vehicle underbody scrapes on garage entrance. Had vehicle towed to my independent Jaguar dealer. He said left front strut was leaking air causing the entire suspension system to malfunction. He also informed me this normal and if I replace the one the other struts will do the same thing just a matter of time. Recommended a kit that would eliminate the air struts completely. I am forced to remove the air struts (at a cost of $3500. 00) as there is no warning when this may happen again. I looked for a recall notice but found none. Did find alot of complaints. I don't understand why this would not be a recall item. This seems to be a real safety issue if this condition would happen at a high speed. When a company goes to the trouble to make a kit to eliminate this so call "Jaguar air suspension system" . Jaguar should be embarrassed.

The contact owns a 2004 Jaguar Xj8. The contact was driving 15 mph when the front driver side strut fractured causing the suspension to collapse. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer to have the strut, damper spring and air suspension spring compressor replaced. Within five weeks, the entire suspension failed, causing all four shocks and struts to malfunction. The contact stated that the vehicle was too low to the ground to drive. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was awaiting repairs. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 73,200.

I replaced the suspension system 2 years ago when I lived in georgia because I kept getting a message that said the vehicle was too low. I've since moved to the northeast and everytime the temperture gets below 40 degrees the suspension leaks air and the vehicle is lowered. At this point the vehicle is unsafe to drive. Once theday warms up the suspension begin to work and the car rises to a level that's safe to drive.

Vehicle recently purchased used from auto broker. Since purchase, there has been a vibration seemingly originating from the right front wheel area. During an exceptionally windy day (30+ knot crosswinds on highway), the vibration was strong enough to make me question my ability to control the vehicle. I assumed this was due to tires out of round/balance or vehicle out of alignment so purchased 4 new tires and had vehicle aligned. Vibration is still noticeable although not nearly as strong as before. Still notice that when strong gusty conditions are in the area that the vibration increases accordingly. Possibly related condition is that when sunroof is open and vibration occurs I can hear a strumming sound like there is a problem with the aerodynamics of the vehicle.

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The rear defroster malfunctioned. The dealer repaired a cracked subframe and aligned vehicle.

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While driving 50 mph + vehicle vibrates which may possibly cause a loss of vehicle control. Dealer cannot determine cause. Please provide further information.