2009 Jaguar XF
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 90 |
| 2010 | 106 |
| 2011 | 80 |
| 2012 | 37 |
| 2013 | 34 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 2 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
22% of complaints: air bags — 20 distinct reports on file.
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 JAGUAR XF. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. HIS VEHICLE SUSTAINED MODERATE DAMAGE AND NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED, BUT HE WAS NOT INJURED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20090521
NHTSA & AIRBAGRECALL.COM SAY MY VIN IS NOT INCLUDED. CREDITKARMA.COM (INSURANCE BY VEHICLE EVALUATION SCORE) AND "CHAPTER 11 LEGAL NOTICE" RE: TAKATA AIRBAGS SAY I'M INCLUDED. WHO IS CORRECT IN THIS SERIOUS AND CONSEQUENTIAL RECALL?
NHTSA ODI report, 20180128
THE LEATHER DASH HAS SEPARATED FROM THE BACK CAUSING RIDGES IN THE LEATHER UP TO 3/4" HIGH. IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH THIS WILL PREVENT PROPER DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIRBAG.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171222
16% of complaints: electrical system — 14 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURY13% of complaints: power train — 12 distinct reports on file.
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ON 05/02/2012. I WAS PREPARING TO PARK MY 2009 JAGUAR FX, CAME TO COMPLETE STOP...
NHTSA ODI report, 20120603
11% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 10 distinct reports on file.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 JAGUAR XF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK. THE BRAKES WERE ENGAGED WHILE THE FAILURE OCCURRED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120718
ON 05/02/2012. I WAS PREPARING TO PARK MY 2009 JAGUAR FX, CAME TO COMPLETE STOP...
NHTSA ODI report, 20120603
WE JUST BOUGHT A 2009 JAGUAR XF TWO WEEKS AGO. YESTERDAY WHEN PULLING INTO THE DRIVEWAY, THE CAR'S ENGINE SURGED AND I WENT THRU THE GARAGE DOOR AND DIDN'T STOP UNTIL I HIT THE KITCHEN CABINETS, ALL THE WHILE, PRESSING ON THE BRAKE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20100916
9% of complaints: engine — 8 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
JAGUAR IS RECALLING 7,918 MY 2009 XF VEHICLES. THE REAR SAFETY BELT D-RING ASSEMBLY MAY NOT ROTATE PROPERLY AROUND THE SAFETY BELT ANCHORAGE MOUNTING BOLT. IF THE ASSEMBLY IS NOT HELD TOGETHER WHEN
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE OUTBOARD REAR SAFETY BELT D-RING AND, IF NECESSARY, THE D-RING ASSEMBLY WILL BE REMOVED AND ANY BURRS ON THE D-RING OR WASHER FILED FLAT. THE D-RING ASSEMBLY WILL THEN BE REI
Campaign 08V396000 — check if this car was fixed
JAGUAR IS RECALLING 3,754 MY 2009 XF VEHICLES FOR INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SPEAKER FUNCTION PROBLEMS. THE SPEAKER WIRES MAY FRACTURE. AS A RESULT, THE SPEAKER WILL CEASE TO OPERATE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL VERIFY THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SPEAKER FUNCTION AND RECONFIGURE THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 5, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-4
Campaign 08V607000 — check if this car was fixed
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2009, 2011, 2012 and 2015 XF vehicles manufactured February 6, 2008 to October 20, 2014.
Remedy: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on May 5, 2016. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J065.
Campaign 16V229000 — check if this car was fixed
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Jaguar XF vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto...
Remedy: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assemblies, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar Land Rover customer service at 1-800-452-4827.
Campaign 16V373000 — check if this car was fixed
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2012 Jaguar XF vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American...
Remedy: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J070.
Campaign 17V027000 — check if this car was fixed
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...
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 18V009000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2009 Jaguar XF — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (20 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 08V396000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 08V607000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V229000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V373000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V027000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V009000 (air bags) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2009 Jaguar XF reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Jaguar XF?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2009 Jaguar XF have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.