2004 Jaguar XJ8 Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 6%of 54 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 580miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the visibility of the 2004 Jaguar XJ8, 6% of the 54 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 580 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The power window on driver's side stopped operating while in the up position. Vehicle stalled on two occasions while driving at 35 MPH and 65 MPH. Vehicle restarted on both occasions, and the vehicle would vibrate severely while driving 50 MPH. Consumer stated vehicle had been to the dealer 8-10 separate times, but problem recurred. The electrical sstem has problems. Radio changes funtions from am to fm to cd by itself without consumer input. Windows go down without the consumers input and will not close. Interior lights do not work when driving. …”
NHTSA complaint #10094976, filed 2004-11, 1,000 miles“The contact owns a 2008 (na) Jaguar XJ8. The contact stated that the mirror dimmer sensors were two dark and prevent him from seeing into the mirrors. He feels that the vehicle could crash into the side of another vehicle. The manufacturer is aware of the issue, but does not have a remedy. The contact feels that this is a severe safety risk. The current mileage was 253 and failure mileage was 160.”
NHTSA complaint #10275667, filed 2009-07, 160 miles“Windshield wiper blade popped off the motor arm while driving in inclement weather. Driver took the vehicle to the dealer, and mechanic replaced the windshield wiper blade.”
NHTSA complaint #10046430, filed 2003-11Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
Other parts of the 2004 Jaguar XJ8
17 complaintsVehicle speed control
12 complaintsBrakes
9 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
8 complaintsElectrical system
5 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Jaguar XJ8
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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