Model year guide

1998 Jaguar XJ8L

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1998 Jaguar XJ8L is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

1998 Jaguar XJ8L at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints15
Combined18 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1998 Jaguar XJ8L recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1998 Jaguar XJ8L.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1998 Jaguar XJ8L common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

1998 Jaguar XJ8L MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway22 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,550
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd
Passenger volume100 cu ft
Cargo volume12 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$10,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1998 Jaguar XJ8L costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$22,750
Fuel only$22,750
Per mile$0.30

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1998 Jaguar XJ8L vehicles on record

1998 Jaguar XJ8LSAJHX6248WC825973

Other Jaguar XJ8L model years

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1998 Jaguar XJ8L — frequently asked questions

Does the 1998 Jaguar XJ8L have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 1998 Jaguar XJ8L. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Jaguar XJ8L?

Across all 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine and engine cooling, power train, fuel system.

What gas mileage does the 1998 Jaguar XJ8L get?

The 1998 Jaguar XJ8L has a U.S. EPA estimate of 18 mpg combined (15 city / 22 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.