2018 Jaguar E-Pace Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other E-Pace years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Jaguar E-Pace. That is the most of any E-Pace model year in the database (7 years). The most reported problem area is engine (6 complaints, 43%), typically at around 200 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 14owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2018 Jaguar E-Pace problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6 | 43% | 200 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 21% | 13,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 14% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 14% | 5,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 7% | 68,900 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 7% | 5,500 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 7% | 200 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 7% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2018 Jaguar E-Pace recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2018 Jaguar E-Pace vehicles. The brackets that secure the front brake hoses may not have been installed properly, allowing the front brake hoses to contact the tires, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak.
Risk: A brake fluid leak can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brake hose brackets, replacing any that do not provide sufficient clearance, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2018. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H074.
Fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:fuel rail
Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2018 Jaguar XE, XF, E-PACE, F-PACE and F-TYPE vehicles equipped with a 2.0L gasoline engine. The fuel rail end caps may leak, possibly resulting in fuel vapor or liquid fuel leaking into the engine bay.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began on March 8, 2018. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H081.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Fuel is leaking onto the engine and in the engine bay from the fuel rail and fuel line. I can also smell fuel inside the vehicle's cab. There is already a recall on this exact year make and model vehicle with the same engine. Somehow my vehicle did not make it to the list. My vehicle is available…
I own a 2018 Jaguar E-PACE that recently failed the Virginia state safety inspection due to a problem involving the fuel system/fuel rail. The vehicle and affected components are available for inspection upon request. The primary symptom was a strong smell of raw gasoline. There were no warning…
Engine fuel rail leak and Engine feed line leak. Starting the car has a raw fuel smell inside the cabin of the car. Took the car to jaguar and they said nothing was wrong. Took the car to a jaguar specialty shop and they revealed the fuel rail needed a "recall" similar to the 2017+ Jaguar F-Pace…
The contact called on behalf of the owner of a 2018 Jaguar E-Pace. The contact stated that since the vehicle was purchased, an abnormal fuel odor had been emitting from the vehicle. The contact stated that the abnormal smell persisted. The contact stated that the fuel odor was strong when filling…
OEM windshield, vehicle has no accidents or damage. Windshield seal failed. Can push the windshield away from the frame and has water intrusion. Unknown how much of the seal and dash electronics are compromised. Safety concern catastrophic failure of a windshield while driving or loss of…
Other Jaguar E-Pace years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 E-Pace | 1 | 3 |
| 2023 E-Pace | 0 | 4 |
| 2022 E-Pace | 2 | 5 |
| 2021 E-Pace | 1 | 5 |
| 2020 E-Pace | 4 | 0 |
| 2019 E-Pace | 6 | 0 |
| 2018 | 14 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Jaguar E-Pace?
Owners most often report engine, fuel/propulsion system, fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 6 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Jaguar E-Pace?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2018 Jaguar E-Pace a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other E-Pace model years, the 2018 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.