2008 Jaguar S-Type Problems & Complaints

Better than average88% fewer complaints than a typical year of the S-Type at the same age

Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 2008 Jaguar S-Type with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 88% fewer than a typical S-Type model year at the same age, making the 2008 one of the better S-Type years. The most reported problem area is the wheels & tires (2 complaints, typically around 50,000 miles).

7complaints
0recalls
1crashes
1fires
2injuries
3deaths

Most common 2008 Jaguar S-Type problems

  • Wheels & tires~50,000 miles
    229%
  • Brakes~87,000 miles
    229%
  • Engine & cooling~29,000 miles
    114%
  • Suspension~10,000 miles
    114%
  • Electrical system~10,000 miles
    114%
  • Transmission & drivetrain
    114%

Share of the 7 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Jaguar S-Type complaints by model year

200020012002200320042005200620072008141792410025851757
Owner complaints per model year, Jaguar S-Type. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best S-Type years: 2008, 2007, 2006. Years to avoid: 2000, 2003, 2001, 2005. Compare all years →

2008 Jaguar S-Type engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
3.0L 6-cyl6-speed automaticRWD17 / 26 / 20
4.2L 8-cyl6-speed automaticRWD16 / 24 / 19
4.2L 8-cyl supercharged6-speed automaticRWD15 / 22 / 17

EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2008 Jaguar S-Type a good car?

Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2008 S-Type rates better than average: 88% fewer complaints than a typical year of the S-Type at the same age. It is one of the best S-Type years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2008 Jaguar S-Type?

The wheels & tires — 2 complaints, 29% of all complaints for this model year, most often about lugs/nuts/bolts/studs. Next are the brakes (2) and engine & cooling (1).

How many recalls does the 2008 Jaguar S-Type have?

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2008 Jaguar S-Type. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Jaguar S-Type?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2008, 2007 and 2006. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2000, 2003, 2001 and 2005. See the full Jaguar S-Type years comparison.

At what mileage do 2008 Jaguar S-Type problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 29,000 miles; 80% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.