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2018 Jaguar XF problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 2 complaints on file for the 2018 Jaguar XF — 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.

2

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2018 compare to other XF years?

XF NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted134 complaints2009: 124 complaints2010: 134 complaints2011: 97 complaints2012: 47 complaints2013: 54 complaints2014: 17 complaints2015: 32 complaints2016: 7 complaints2017: 9 complaints2018: 2 complaints2021: 0 complaints2022: 3 complaints2023: 1 complaints
XF NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

See all XF years to avoid →

What are the most common 2018 Jaguar XF problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Speed Control150%
Body & Structure150%

Does the 2018 Jaguar XF have recalls?

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

18V112000AirbagsFebruary 15, 2018 · 307 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

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. Jaguar's number for this recall is H090.

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.

17V678000Electrical SystemOctober 26, 2017 · 7,036 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

A blank instrument cluster will not show important information like vehicle speed, increasing the risk of a crash.

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · June 13, 2021

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · October 29, 2021

2018 Jaguar XF — common questions

Is the 2018 Jaguar XF reliable?

The record is thin — 2 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2018 Jaguar XF have recalls?

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

Which Jaguar XF years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the XF years to avoid are 2010, 2009, 2011, 2013, 2012, 2015, 2017, 2016. The cleanest record among XF years belongs to 2021.

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.