1997 Jaguar XK8 vs 1999 Jaguar XK8
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1997 Jaguar XK8 | 1999 Jaguar XK8 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 30 | 23 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 192 | 36 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 55,100 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jaguar XK8 | Jaguar XK8 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 3 |
| Power Train | 2 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 1 |
| Suspension | 3 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 1 |
| Structure | 0 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 10 | 0 |
1997 Jaguar XK8
1999 Jaguar XK8
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.