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2021 Jaguar F-PACE problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 9 complaints on file for the 2021 Jaguar F-PACE — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 4 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

9

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2021 compare to other F-PACE years?

F-PACE NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted95 complaints2017: 95 complaints2018: 52 complaints2019: 22 complaints2020: 16 complaints2021: 9 complaints2022: 4 complaints2023: 2 complaints2024: 0 complaints2026: 0 complaints
F-PACE NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2021 Jaguar F-PACE problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Driver Assistance222%
Fuel System222%
Other222%
Airbags111%
Seat Belts111%
Steering111%

Does the 2021 Jaguar F-PACE have recalls?

4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

26V248000Electrical SystemApril 17, 2026 · 170,169 units

Defect

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar and Land Rover Discovery, 2020-2023 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, 2019-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Range Rover, 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Defender, 2021-2024 Jaguar F-Pace, and 2021-2022 Jaguar E-Pace mild-hybrid electric vehicles (MHEVs.) The DC-DC converter can fail due to an internal fault in the boost control microchip. A failure of the DC-DC converter will result in a loss of 12-Volt system charging and can lead to complete loss of drive power and exterior lighting.

Consequence

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The remedy for this recall is currently under development. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 17, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's numbers for this recall are D126 and H575.

24V451000EngineJune 24, 2024 · 150 units

Defect

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2021-2024 F-Pace vehicles. The oil filter housing can crack and leak oil into the engine compartment.

Consequence

An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the filter housing, oil filter, and o-rings, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2024. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H506.

22V525000LightingJuly 21, 2022 · 5,297 units

Defect

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Jaguar F-PACE vehicles. The incorrect tail lights may have been installed, resulting in rear turn signals that do not illuminate properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Consequence

Improperly illuminated rear turn signals can reduce vehicle visibility to other drivers and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the tail lights, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H404.

21V667000Seat BeltsAugust 26, 2021 · 5,146 units

Defect

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-Type, 2020-2021 F-Pace, and 2021 XF vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly.

Consequence

An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 20, 2021. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H378.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“I was returning from work when I briefly fell asleep, causing my vehicle to drift to the curb and resulting in damage to the right-hand side wheels. This incident was caused by a failure of the Lane Departure Warning and Lane Assist systems, which were not functioning at the time. Had these safety…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · December 6, 2025

“The contact owns a 2021 Jaguar F-Pace. The contact stated that according to the Owner's Manual, the fuel tank capacity was 21.7 gallons; however, the vehicle only allowed 14 gallons of fuel for a full tank. The contact stated that the mileage was also tracked per the fuel tank, and the fuel tank…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · March 16, 2026

“The contact owns a 2021 Jaguar F-Pace. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V667000 (Seat Belts) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seat Belts · November 10, 2021

“DRIVER AIR BAG-BAD FUCTION - Unit has the Air Bag light alert on. Was claim the guarantee and the dealer is unable to repair the component. As the diagnostic report as follow: Historic DTC B0021-13 LEFT CURTAIN DEPLOYMENT CONTROL 1- CIRCUIT OPEN, at the moment of inspection vehicle did not have…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · March 21, 2023

2021 Jaguar F-PACE — common questions

Is the 2021 Jaguar F-PACE reliable?

The record is thin — 9 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 4 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2021 Jaguar F-PACE have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2021 Jaguar F-PACE. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Jaguar F-PACE years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the F-PACE years to avoid are 2017, 2018. The cleanest record among F-PACE years belongs to 2026.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.