Head-to-head reliability
Jaguar XJ8 vs Toyota Camry
How the Jaguar XJ8 and Toyota Camry compare on NHTSA complaints, recalls and crash reports — and which is the lower-risk used buy.
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint & recall records
Jaguar XJ8 vs Toyota Camry: The Jaguar XJ8 has 14 complaints over 4 years (3.5/year) and 3 recalls, with no crashes or injuries. The Toyota Camry has 2,143 complaints over 10 years (214.3/year), 31 recalls, and 181 crash-related complaints. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Jaguar XJ8 or Toyota Camry more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Jaguar XJ8
The Jaguar XJ8 is a luxury sedan with a low complaint rate—14 complaints over 4 years, averaging 3.5 per year. Owners report issues with the structure, electrical system, engine, and brakes, often involving costly repairs like subframe cracks or ABS module failures. With only 3 recalls, all for fuel system issues, it may appeal to buyers seeking a rare car, but be prepared for potential electrical gremlins and structural defects.
Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry is a mainstream sedan with a much higher complaint volume—2,143 complaints over 10 years, averaging 214.3 per year. Common problem areas include the power train, engine, brakes, and electrical system, with reports of transmission noise, sudden acceleration, and brake failure. It has 31 recalls covering air bags, seats, wheels, and labels, and 181 crash-related complaints, 163 injuries, and 1 death, indicating more frequent and severe issues.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Jaguar XJ8 | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 14 Better | 2,143 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 3 Better | 31 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 181 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 3.5 Better | 214.3 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 163 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 1 |
Source: NHTSA owner complaints & recall records.
What actually goes wrong
The problems owners report
The most-complained-about systems on each vehicle — what fails, and what owners say in their own words.
Jaguar XJ8
- 01STRUCTURE6
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM3
- 03ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING2
- 04SERVICE BRAKES2
- 05HYDRAULIC2
Owners report subframe cracks developing shortly after driving, requiring replacement with multiple welded areas. This can compromise vehicle integrity and lead to expensive repairs.
Complaints include sudden loss of power, ABS and traction control warnings, and computer malfunctions that shut down all systems, potentially causing loss of control. These issues can be intermittent and hard to diagnose.
Owners describe check engine lights, restricted engine power, and in one case, an engine fire with white smoke and power loss. This poses a serious safety risk and costly repairs.
Reports of ABS and traction control module failures, often costing around $1,500 to replace. This can affect braking performance and safety.
“THE CONSUMER HAS EXPERIENCED THE FOLLOWING: THE REAR DEFROSTER IS INOP, THE ASHTRAY COVER IS NOT CLOSING, THE SUBFRAME IS DEFECTIVE- DEVELOPED A CRACK A WEEK AFTER DRIVING, AND THE NEW SUBFAME HAS MULTIPLE WELDED AREAS. SCC”
“THE ANALOG GAUGE READINGS WERE NOT VISIBLE ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WHILE DRIVING IN DAY LIGHT. *AK THE CONSUMER ASKED A SALESMAN ABOUT THIS PROBLEM AND HE STATED THAT THEY ALL PERFORMED THAT WAY. *NLM”
Toyota Camry
- 01POWER TRAIN395
- 02UNKNOWN OR OTHER342
- 03ENGINE315
- 04SERVICE BRAKES290
- 05ELECTRICAL SYSTEM246
Owners report grinding noises from the transmission, requiring replacement, and sudden acceleration incidents. These can lead to loss of control and expensive repairs.
Complaints include uncontrollable sudden acceleration, engine maintenance warnings, and coolant valve bypass issues. Sudden acceleration has resulted in crashes and totaled vehicles.
Owners describe brake pedal failure with no response, leading to dangerous situations. This is a critical safety concern.
Issues include HVAC odor problems and AC condenser damage from road debris. While less severe, these can be persistent and costly to fix.
“I turned into a restaurant’s parking lot, found a spot and slowly drove into the lot, I eased off the gas pedal and gently applying the brake as the lot has a slight downward slope. When I reach the chunk (the parking block), I added more force to the brake,…”
“Grinding noise coming from front end upon acceleration. Brought to dealership who confirmed noises coming from transmission. Transmission needs to be replaced per dealer recommendation. Recalls on 2021 Toyota Camry for same issue. Transmissions on backorder a…”
Official recalls
Safety recalls on record
Federal recall campaigns — the defect, the risk, and the fix. Confirm any open recall was completed before you buy.
Jaguar XJ8 — 3 recalls
The defect: CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON C…
The risk: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
The fix: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
The defect: CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON C…
The risk: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
The fix: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
The defect: CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON C…
The risk: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
The fix: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Toyota Camry — 31 recalls
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short cir…
The risk: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. Letters will continue…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center and right-side seats may have insufficiently welded head restraint brackets. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
The risk: A head restraint bracket that is insufficiently welded may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the 60% rear seat-back frame sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 19, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB0…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The lug nuts that attach the wheels to the vehicle may be loose, which can result in wheel detachment.
The risk: A wheel that detaches from a moving vehicle can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect and tighten the lug nuts, and replace any damaged components, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center and right-side seats may have insufficiently welded head restraint brackets. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
The risk: A head restraint bracket that is insufficiently welded may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the 60% rear seat-back frame sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 19, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB0…
Buyer analysis
Jaguar XJ8 or Toyota Camry: which should you buy?
The Jaguar XJ8 has far fewer complaints per year (3.5 vs. 214.3) and no reported crashes, injuries, or deaths, while the Toyota Camry has 181 crash-related complaints, 163 injuries, and 1 death. In practice, the Camry's higher complaint volume and severity suggest a greater likelihood of encountering safety-related issues, though both vehicles have their own common problems.
Key differences
- The Jaguar XJ8 has 14 complaints over 4 years, while the Toyota Camry has 2,143 over 10 years—a massive difference in reported issues per year.
- The Camry has 181 crash-related complaints, 163 injuries, and 1 death; the Jaguar XJ8 has none of these.
- Jaguar XJ8 complaints often involve structural cracks and electrical shutdowns, while Camry complaints frequently cite transmission grinding, sudden acceleration, and brake failure.
- The Camry has 31 recalls covering air bags, seats, wheels, and labels; the Jaguar XJ8 has 3 recalls, all for fuel system issues.
- Inspect the subframe for cracks or previous welds, as owners report cracks developing shortly after driving.
- Check the ABS and traction control system for warning lights or module failures, which can cost around $1,500 to fix.
- Listen for grinding noises from the transmission during acceleration, as owners report transmission replacement needs.
- Test the brakes thoroughly, especially on inclines, for any lack of response or pedal failure.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and check for open recalls on both models.
- Have a mechanic inspect the Jaguar XJ8's subframe and electrical system for cracks or intermittent faults.
- For the Toyota Camry, test drive at various speeds and braking conditions to check for transmission noise, sudden acceleration, or brake failure.
- Verify that all recall repairs have been completed, especially fuel system recalls on the Jaguar and air bag/seat recalls on the Camry.
- Consider a pre-purchase inspection by a specialist familiar with the specific model's common issues.
Check the actual car
Comparing models is smart. Checking the VIN is essential.
Brand averages tell you the trend. A VIN check tells you what's wrong with the specific Jaguar XJ8 or Toyota Camry in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Jaguar XJ8 vs Toyota Camry
- Jaguar XJ8 total complaints
- 14
- Toyota Camry total complaints
- 2,143
- Jaguar XJ8 total recalls
- 3
- Toyota Camry total recalls
- 31
- Jaguar XJ8 avg complaints/year
- 3.5
- Toyota Camry avg complaints/year
- 214.3
- More reliable overall
- Jaguar XJ8
- Jaguar XJ8 top complaint area
- STRUCTURE
- Toyota Camry top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN