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2018 Jaguar F-TYPE problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 11 complaints on file for the 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

11

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

2

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2018 compare to other F-TYPE years?

F-TYPE NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted20 complaints2014: 3 complaints2015: 10 complaints2016: 20 complaints2017: 2 complaints2018: 11 complaints2019: 7 complaints2020: 6 complaints2021: 0 complaints2022: 0 complaints
F-TYPE NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System327%
Fuel System218%
Lighting218%
Engine19%
Body & Structure19%
Suspension19%
Transmission19%

Does the 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE have recalls?

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

21V500000AirbagsJuly 1, 2021 · 1 units

Defect

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling one 2018 F-Type vehicle. A portion of the instrument panel may interfere with the front passenger air bag during deployment, possibly tearing the air bag cushion.

Consequence

An air bag that tears on deployment can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

A dealer will replace the instrument panel facia, free of charge. The owner notification letter was mailed August 5, 2021. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H365.

18V090000Fuel SystemFebruary 2, 2018 · 10,073 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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

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.

17V341000LightingMay 25, 2017 · 19 units

Defect

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE vehicles equipped with Highline headlamps. If a front turn signal indicator stops working, the visual and audible turn signal reminders do not flash or chime faster as required. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Consequence

Without the change to the flash and chime rate, the driver may not know that a turn signal is not working. If the turn signal is not working, other drivers will not be aware that the vehicle is turning, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software, free of charge. The recall began on July 12, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H026.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“The drivers side DRL has a "J" Blade that its lit while driving day or night (DRL) This "J" Blade on the driver's side is dim, and it effects the turn signal causing in my and several thousand owners with the same issue a very safety issue. JLR Jaguar Land Rover North America will NOT address this…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · February 1, 2024

“The drivers side DRL has a "J" Blade that its lit while driving day or night (DRL) This "J" Blade on the driver's side is dim, and it effects the turn signal causing in my and several thousand owners with the same issue a very safety issue. JLR Jaguar Land Rover North America will NOT address this…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · February 1, 2024

“The car sometimes has a hard time to start engine. I have to pump the gas pedal numerous times quickly to finally get the car to start. Other times the car starts normally . Also sometimes when the engine is on and in the park position ; the engine may turn off. The auto off button has been…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · November 9, 2024

“THERE ARE TWO HOLES IN THE BOTTOM OF THE TRUCK (IN THE EXHAUST AREA) THAT COULD LEAK EXHAUST INTO THE OCCUPANT COMPARTMENT.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · April 30, 2018

2018 Jaguar F-TYPE — common questions

Is the 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE reliable?

The record is thin — 11 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2018 F-TYPE problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (3 complaints), fuel system (2 complaints), lighting (2 complaints).

Does the 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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.