2013 Jaguar XF Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 23, 2026 · 34 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other XF years
Far more complaints than other years 5th of 14 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Jaguar XF. That ranks 5th out of 14 XF model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (10 complaints, 29%), typically at around 70,000 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries. There are 12 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2013 Jaguar XF problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine10 · ~70,000 mi
Unknown or Other9 · ~76,500 mi
Fuel/propulsion System6 · ~62,000 mi
Air Bags5 · ~79,000 mi
Power Train5 · ~87,000 mi
Electrical System4 · ~26,000 mi
Service Brakes2 · ~9,900 mi
Steering2 · ~87,000 mi
Structure2 · ~108,000 mi
Visibility/wiper2
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine1029%70,000——
Unknown or Other926%76,500——
Fuel/propulsion System618%62,000——
Air Bags515%79,000——
Power Train515%87,000——
Electrical System412%26,000——
Service Brakes26%9,900——
Steering26%87,000——
Structure26%108,000——
Visibility/wiper26%———
Wheels26%28,450——
Exterior Lighting13%———
Fuel System, Gasoline13%65,000——
Suspension13%4,530——
Tires13%92,450——
Vehicle Speed Control13%70,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2018, with 9 complaints
2013: 1201312014: 1201412015: 2201522016: 2201622017: 2201722018: 9201892019: 5201952020: 5202052021: 1202112022: 2202222023: 2202322024: 1202412026: 120261

n = 34 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2013 Jaguar XF recalls (12)

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Air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator moduleJan 8, 2018 · NHTSA campaign 18V009000 · 8,925 vehicles

Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2013 Jaguar XF vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Unless included in "Zone A" above, Jaguar is recalling certain 2010 Jaguar XF vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Unless included in Zone A and Zone B above, Jaguar is recalling certain 2009 MY Jaguar XF vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assemblies, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J071.

Air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator moduleJan 8, 2018 · NHTSA campaign 18V010000 · 16,532 vehicles

Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Unless included in "Zone A" above, Jaguar is also recalling certain 2011-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Unless included in Zone A and Zone B above, Jaguar is also recalling certain 2010-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018. Owners may contact 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J072.

Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsNov 1, 2016 · NHTSA campaign 16V796000 · 5,081 vehicles

Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles manufactured May 22, 2013, to June 15, 2015 and equipped with 2.0L GTDi engines. The affected vehicles may have insufficient clearance between the underfloor fuel delivery lines and the under shield and body allowing the fuel lines to chafe, possibly resulting in a fuel leak.

Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel line for abrasions, replacing it as necessary and install additional clips, free of charge. Parts are not yet available and second notice will be sent when parts are available. The recall is expected to begin January 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J077.

Steering:hydraulic power assist systemMar 7, 2016 · NHTSA campaign 16V137000 · 6,938 vehicles

Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles manufactured May 16, 2012, to June 15, 2015 and equipped with 2.0L GTDi engines. The retaining bolt for the Front End Auxiliary Drive (FEAD) idler pulley on the engine may fail resulting in a loss of power steering assist.

Risk: A loss of power steering assist may increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FEAD pulley assembly, free of charge. Owners were sent interim notifications on May 28, 2016. This recall began July 1, 2016. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J061.

Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pumpFeb 18, 2015 · NHTSA campaign 15V091000 · 355 vehicles

Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013 XF vehicles manufactured September 11, 2012, to October 8, 2012. The electronic modules which control the fuel pump may shut down causing the fuel pump to stop pumping fuel.

Risk: The fuel pump shutdown will result in the vehicle stalling. The vehicle would also lose power-assisted braking and power-assisted steering. Any of these conditions may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and install if necessary, an additional wiring harness to the in-tank fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 23, 2015. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J051.

Steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connectionsJul 1, 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V390000 · 81 vehicles

Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 XF (XFR-S) vehicles manufactured July 2, 2013, to April 11, 2014. A component within the Power Assist Steering system (PAS) may collapse and restrict fluid flow within the PAS hose causing a loss of power steering.

Risk: The reduction of power steering assist can increase the steering effort needed, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will install an improved PAS hose, free of charge. the recall began on August 6, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J042.

Service brakes, hydraulic:fluidJun 2, 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V291000 · 68 vehicles

Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 XF vehicles manufactured October 18, 2012, through February 25, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the right-hand rear brake pipe may wear against a bracket located on the rear sub frame. This condition may cause the brake pipe to wear through and leak brake fluid.

Risk: Leaking brake fluid can lengthen braking distance and increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake pipe for signs of wear, maninpulate the bracket on the rear sub frame, and inspect and replace the rear brake pipes if wear is visible, free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-855-524-8278. Jaguar's number for this recall is J036.

Suspension:rearMar 31, 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V157000 · 297 vehicles

Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 XJ, XF and XK vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the toe links, components used to control the alignment of the rear wheels, can separate from the rear sub-frame.

Risk: If a toe link separates from the rear sub-frame, a loss of vehicle stability and directional control may result, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Jaguar notified owners on May 8, 2014, and dealers will replace the nut and washer assembly on the rear toe links, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin around May 27, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-855-524-8278. Jaguar's number for this recall is J037.

Engine and engine coolingMar 31, 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V181000 · 1,589 vehicles

Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013 and 2014 XF 2.0L GTDi vehicles manufactured May 2013 through October 2013. The hose clamp for the Charge Air Cooler (CAC) hose may be out of position and loose, allowing the hose to detach.

Risk: If the CAC hose detaches, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, steering and brake assistance may be lost further increasing the risk.

Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the CAC hose to make sure its clamp is in the correct position and tight, free of charge. The recall is scheduled to begin in late May 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's recall number is J034. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 13V-341.

Equipment:other:labelsMar 14, 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V123000 · 3 vehicles

Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013 XF and XJ vehicles manufactured March 26, 2013, through April 10, 2013. In these vehicles, the certification label that is intended to specify the required Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front, Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear, the manufacture date and country of manufacture is absent. Thus, the vehicles do not conform to Part 567, "Certification."

Risk: If the certification label does not specify all the necessary information or the vehicle weight range could result in the vehicle being overloaded and increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Jaguar will notify owners and dealers will re-acquire and will provide a replacement vehicle or a full refund of the purchase, free of charge. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-855-524-8278. Jaguar's number associated with this recall is J039.

Engine and engine coolingAug 5, 2013 · NHTSA campaign 13V341000 · 940 vehicles

Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013 XF 2.0L GTDi vehicles manufactured July 2012 through May 2013. The hose clamp for the Charge Air Cooler (CAC) hose may be out of position and loose, allowing the hose to detach.

Risk: If the CAC hose detaches, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, steering and brake assistance may be lost further increasing the risk.

Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the CAC hose to make sure its clamp is in the correct position and tight, free of charge. The recall began on September 20, 2013. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's recall number is J034.

Electrical system; fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pumpDec 7, 2012 · NHTSA campaign 12V571000 · 9 vehicles

Problem: Jaguar Land Rover is recalling certain model year 2013 XF vehicles manufactured October 3, 2012, through October 12, 2012 and equipped with a gasoline engine. The electronic modules which control the fuel pump may shut down causing the fuel pump to stop pumping fuel. The resulting fuel starvation will cause the engine to stall.

Risk: An engine stall without warning while driving may lead to a loss of motive power, a loss of power-assisted braking and a loss of power-assisted steering. Each of these conditions may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

Fix: Jaguar Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional wiring harness to the in-tank fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began on January 24, 2013. Owners may contact Jaguar Land Rover at 1-800-452-4827.

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.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • Powered vehicle rollaway (PE16015) — opened Dec 16, 2016, closed Aug 11, 2020.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

I own the car and have had it for 3 years well maintenance but I notice when I pump gas it doesn’t want to go water leak in the the car when it rain and the fuel g lm from the gas tank leaks and you can smell gas strongly

Fuel/propulsion System · received May 23, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11739654

The contact owns a 2013 Jaguar XF. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle was losing motive power. The contact stated that the drive(D) started flashing RED on the console by the shift selector and on the instrument cluster. The contact stated that the check engine…

Power Train · received Oct 8, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11618623

To the best of my ability id like to explain why my car does not operate . i have taken my car to two jaguar dealership and have talked to Rocco' s European car repair shop as well and the all say that what is defective with my car is the central junction box. When I asked them all as to why this…

Electrical System · received May 19, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11522947

The car employs a start/stop system to shut the engine when stopped. When it restarts the engine, the idle speed drops to about 400 RPM (half normal idle) and surges when it recovers. It has also stalled several times. I've asked the dealership to fix this, but when at the dealer, the system would…

Engine · received Mar 24, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11513654

Loud popping noise followed by low coolant message flashing and white smoke vehicle lost power and steering became difficult while driving until vehicle refused to go as i tried to pull into a gas station the vehicle became disabled, and caused a single vehicle crash, and the bumper and driver head…

Steering · received Jul 29, 2022 · NHTSA complaint 11476527

Other Jaguar XF years

← 2012 XF · 2014 XF →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2024 XF10
2023 XF10
2022 XF21
2021 XF01
2018 XF23
2017 XF52
2016 XF50
2015 XF195
2014 XF117
20133412
2012 XF385
2011 XF804
2010 XF10610
2009 XF906

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Jaguar XF?

Owners most often report engine, unknown or other, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 10 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2013 Jaguar XF?

Yes, 12 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2013 Jaguar XF a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XF model years, the 2013 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.