2018 Jaguar XF
Only 2 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2018
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2018: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 90 |
| 2010 | 106 |
| 2011 | 81 |
| 2012 | 38 |
| 2013 | 35 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 2 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 2 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
Show complaint excerpts
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-12-09
Structure
1 of 2 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-06-14
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2017-12-15Electrical system17V678000 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.
Remedy: 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.
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2018-03-08Fuel system, gasoline18V090000 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.
Remedy: 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.
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2018-03-16Air bags18V112000 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.
Remedy: 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2018 Jaguar XF — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 17V678000 · Electrical system
- Recall 18V090000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 18V112000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 2018 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 2018 Jaguar XF?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2018 Jaguar XF have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.