The 1997 Jaguar XK8 has two recalls, the more serious being a rear suspension defect where a retaining ring on the differential output shaft can shift out of place, allowing the shaft to detach and the suspension to collapse on that side, causing loss of control.
The second recall is a compliance issue: the headlamp adjustment mechanism lacks adequate operating instructions on the vehicle or in the owner's manual.
At a glance
What can fail
The headlamp adjustment mechanism lacks proper operating instructions on the mechanism itself or in the owner's manual, which violates safety standards.
What the fix does
You'll receive a manual supplement with instructions for adjusting and aiming your headlamps correctly.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The metal rings holding the output shaft in the rear differential can shift out of place during hard driving. If displaced, the shaft may detach from the differential, causing the rear suspension on that side to collapse.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the retaining rings and reseat or replace them if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
