2018 Jaguar XF Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XF years
- Not enough data 10th of 14 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Jaguar XF. That ranks 10th out of 14 XF model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (1 complaints, 50%). There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2018 Jaguar XF 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 50% | 87,827 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2018 Jaguar XF recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Air bags
Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2018 XF Sportbrake vehicles. The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) calibration may be incorrect, possibly causing the frontal air bags to deploy improperly in a low speed crash.
Risk: In the event of a crash, the driver and the front seat passenger may not be properly protected by the frontal air bags, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the air bag system, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 6, 2018. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H090.
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: 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.
The contact owns a 2018 Jaguar XF. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65-70 mph on the highway, the gear fault indicator light illuminated. The transaxle fractured and the vehicle failed to accelerate. The contact was able to move to the shoulder. The vehicle was towed to the…
The rear left hand door will not close fully or lock. The door is ajar. The door could open at any time, and during an accident, since it is not latched, would produce results unlike the approved tested vehicle. This is the second time the latch has failed in less than 6 months and will leave the…
Other Jaguar XF years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 XF | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 XF | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 XF | 2 | 1 |
| 2021 XF | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 | 2 | 3 |
| 2017 XF | 5 | 2 |
| 2016 XF | 5 | 0 |
| 2015 XF | 19 | 5 |
| 2014 XF | 11 | 7 |
| 2013 XF | 34 | 12 |
| 2012 XF | 38 | 5 |
| 2011 XF | 80 | 4 |
| 2010 XF | 106 | 10 |
| 2009 XF | 90 | 6 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Jaguar XF?
Owners most often report structure, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Jaguar XF?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2018 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 2018 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.