2018 Jaguar F-Pace Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other F-Pace years
- Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Jaguar F-Pace. That ranks 2nd out of 9 F-Pace model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (13 complaints, 41%), typically at around 4,055 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 2 fires, 8 injuries. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 32owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2018 Jaguar F-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 | 13 | 41% | 4,055 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 9 | 28% | 13,028 | — | — |
| Power Train | 6 | 19% | 126,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 6 | 19% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 6 | 19% | 8,005 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 16% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 3% | 48 | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 3% | 4,055 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 3% | 16,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 3% | 36,000 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 3% | 2,930 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2018 Jaguar F-Pace recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
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.
Electrical system:software; electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2017-2018 F-Pace vehicles. The Instrument Cluster (IC) may intermittently go blank.
Risk: A blank instrument cluster will not show important information like vehicle speed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began on February 16, 2018. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Note: This recall expands the scope of vehicles recalled under 17V-678. Jaguar's number for this recall is H056.
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Jaguar XF and F-Pace, 2016-2017 Jaguar XJ and 2018 Jaguar XE vehicles. The instrument cluster (IC) may intermittently go blank.
Risk: A blank instrument cluster will not show important information like vehicle speed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 19, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H056.
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.
Rod Knock in Cylinder 1. It is available for inspection any time Problem has been confirmed by a dealer and independent service center Vehicle has been inspected by independent service center. they found that the fuel injectors were installed in incorrect locations. They installed them into correct…
electrical power steering motors, failed. I quickly became unable to turn the vehicle at a rate which was necessary to drive safely. Well seeing how I still turn the vehicle on and it still says power steering failure or loss of power or whatever it is yes. There are warning lamps and messages on…
On 5/18, I was reversing into a parking spot and my steering rack completely locked to the right, with no warning and while in motion, causing me to strike a parked vehicle. The car had to be towed and dealership mechanic said steering rack had an internal mechanical failure and needs replacement…
I am reporting a safety defect on a 2018 Jaguar F Pace involving the failure of factory-installed plastic engine components (specifically [mention parts, e.g., coolant crossover pipes/housing]). These components are prone to cracking and rupturing, which has resulted in multiple severe fluid leaks…
I believe my vehicle has a serious safety defect related to the engine cooling system that creates a fire and safety hazard. Specifically, coolant appears to leak from the cooling-elbow near the turbocharger, following a belt failure that lead to engine overheating and elbow pipe burst leading to…
Other Jaguar F-Pace years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 F-Pace | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 F-Pace | 0 | 4 |
| 2023 F-Pace | 2 | 4 |
| 2022 F-Pace | 3 | 6 |
| 2021 F-Pace | 7 | 5 |
| 2020 F-Pace | 14 | 2 |
| 2019 F-Pace | 17 | 2 |
| 2018 | 32 | 3 |
| 2017 F-Pace | 63 | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Jaguar F-Pace?
Owners most often report engine, electrical system, power train problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 13 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Jaguar F-Pace?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2018 Jaguar F-Pace a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other F-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.