Jaguar F-type problems
The Jaguar F-Type (X152) is a series of two-door, two-seater grand tourers manufactured by British car manufacturer Jaguar Land Rover under their Jaguar Cars marque since 2013. The car's JLR D6a platform is based on a shortened version of the XK's platform. It is the so-called "spiritual successor" to the famous E-Type.
The car was launched initially as a 2-door soft-top convertible, with a 2-door fastback coupé version launched in 2013. The F-Type underwent a facelift for the 2021 model year. It was unveiled in December 2019, featuring a significantly restyled front end and dashboard, and simplified drivetrain options. Jaguar announced that the F-Type will be discontinued after the 2024 model year.
F-Type concept (2000)
The F-Type concept was a two-seat speedster with a 3.0-litre V6 engine from the S-Type saloon conceived to compete against light weight sports cars, such as the Porsche Boxster. Geoff Lawson, Jaguar's Head of Design, had been working on the development of the car, leading a team of three designers namely Keith Helfet, Adam Hatton and Pasi Pennanen. His sudden death in 1999 led Ian Callum, the new Head of Design, to continue the project who would present the finalised concept car to the general public at the 2000 Detroit Auto Show to a positive response due to its retro styling which recalled Jaguar automobiles of the 1950s and 60s. At its introduction, the car was quoted to be available with a manual or automatic transmission and an optional all-wheel-drive system. Budget cuts by parent company Ford led Jaguar to pursue its efforts in Formula-One and by 2002, the F-Type project was cancelled due to its failure to meet production feasibility.
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Common Jaguar F-type problems
The Jaguar F-Type, a two-door luxury sports car, has been praised for its style and performance. However, it has also been associated with several common problems that have caused concerns for some owners.
One of the most frequently reported issues is with the rear differential, which can leak oil due to faulty seals. If not repaired properly, over-tightening the coupling can cause significant damage to the differential. This issue is particularly concerning because it can lead to expensive noises from the back of the car, indicating that the differential is failing.
Another common problem is with the active exhaust system, where the valves can stick open, requiring a new back box to be fitted, usually under warranty. This issue can lead to a permanently noisy car, which can be a significant inconvenience for owners.
The F-Type's windows have also been known to have problems, with tiny stones getting between the seal and the glass, causing scratches. This issue is particularly prevalent in earlier models and can be rectified by Jaguar fitting modified seals free of charge.
Squeaks and rattles have also been reported, particularly in the rising centre air vent and pop-out door handles. These issues can be challenging to fix and can be a source of frustration for owners.
In addition to these specific issues, the F-Type has also been associated with general reliability concerns. Jaguar finished 21st out of 30 manufacturers in the latest What Car? Reliability Survey, indicating that the brand as a whole has room for improvement. The F-Type did not appear in the coupé, convertible and sports car class of the survey, so its specific reliability rating is not available.
Despite these issues, the Jaguar F-Type remains a popular choice for those seeking a stylish and high-performance sports car. However, potential buyers should be aware of these common problems and ensure that any car they are considering purchasing has been well-maintained and serviced to schedule.
Is the Jaguar F-Type a reliable car?
The Jaguar F-Type was reported to be one of the more dependable sports cars in the 2023 What Car? Reliability Survey, finishing mid-league in the class and above the Porsche 911. Jaguar as a brand finished a more disappointing 29th out of 32 manufacturers in our overall reliability league table.
What are the cons of the Jaguar F-Type?
On the downside, the F-Type's ride quality is just too stiff, even in its softest comfort setting. It never seems to relax, even when you're cruising on relatively smooth pavement. There's significant road noise too.
What is the engine problem with the 2018 Jaguar F-Type?
Summary: 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.
How many miles can a Jaguar F-Type last?
Most Jaguar vehicles will last for at least 150,000 miles, but there's a lot that a driver can do to push this number much higher. With regular oil replacement, belt changes, spark plug replacement, and other basic maintenance services, you can ensure that your Jaguar lasts for 200,000 miles or more.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Jaguar F-type years
We have researched Jaguar problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Jaguar F-type cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Jaguar F-type model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Jaguar F-type model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Jaguar F-type years
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Jaguar F-type car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Jaguar F-type , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Engine problems
- Electrical system problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Structure problems
- Electronic stability control (esc) problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Jaguar F-type vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by F-type model years
There were a total of 2 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 22 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Jaguar F-type . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Jaguar F-type vehicles.
List of Jaguar F-type complaints
Jaguar F-type 2018
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-09
- Date Complaint: 2024-11-14
- VIN: SAJDD1GX1JC
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: 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 eliminated from the problem because I turn that off; so this issue should not be associated with that component . Perhaps it’s a failing fuel pump or perhaps the valves get stuck flooding the carb making it too lean. I still have not figured out the issue but I am concerned driving the car since sometimes I won’t start .
Jaguar F-type 2015
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-27
- Date Complaint: 2023-03-30
- VIN: SAJWA6A70F8
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: The headliner of the car completely separated from the vehicle. If this happened during driving it would have prevented seeing the road. When presented with the issue the local Jaguar dealer indicated they have had other cars suffer the same issue. It is a known defect that Jaguar has not notified or recalled the vehicle.
Jaguar F-type 2015
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-09
- Date Complaint: 2022-09-12
- VIN: SAJWA6ET4F8
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Sudden loss of coolant while driving, without any prior warning lights. In my opinion that is unacceptable in a car with a little over 30k miles. F-Type forums all over the world would indicate this is a relatively common issue with some of the pipes under the supercharger being the suspected issue. Enough of an issue that I believe Jaguar redesigned those parts for newer model years, however there is no TSB for older cars at the moment. The current "solution" is owners updating the part themselves or having a shop/dealer replace the whole cooling system at owner's expense after there's a failure. Luckily this happened to me at low speed, but dropping all the coolant onto the road could be dangerous at highway speeds. I suppose there'd also be a risk of burns if it happened with the convertible top down and coolant came up the windshield into the car. Signed, An Automotive Engineer who's seen recalls for less
Jaguar F-type 2016
- Date Of Incident: 2022-02-24
- Date Complaint: 2022-02-26
- VIN: sajwj6dl0gm
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The Rear Differential started making an odd noise. Took it to the dealer where it is now and they said it needs a new rear differential. They are blaming the tires...
Jaguar F-type 2016
- Date Of Incident: 2021-09-11
- Date Complaint: 2021-09-21
- VIN: sajwj6bv0g8
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: I was traveling at the legal speed limit of 70 mph on the freeway with no vehicles within 50 yards of my vehicle in all directions. I had been driving for about an hour and was on a bluetooth connected phone call through the car speakers when I heard the sound of glass popping and shattering over my left shoulder. First, I looked in the rear view mirror to see if the hatch window had shattered, but it had not. Next, I looked over my left shoulder at the driver side quarter window, the vehicle only has two seats so there is no back door window, and saw that it was completely shattered but held in place with the protective film car windows are required to have. I existed the freeway the first chance that I had, and pulled into a lot to inspect the window. There were no indications of any entry projectile such as a rock, debris from the road, or even the remote chance a bullet or BB from a BB gun. In other words, the window had just shattered on it's own. I was able to purchase clear packaging tape to put over the entire exterior surface of the window so that I could continue my drive home. I still have the shattered window that was replaced on the vehicle and was able to inspect it again after it was removed from the car. Again, there were no signs of anything hitting the window causing it to shatter.
Jaguar F-type 2016
- Date Of Incident: 2020-11-23
- Date Complaint: 2021-08-16
- VIN: SAJWJ6DL0GM
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I own a 2016 Jaguar F-Type R. Some of these cars have an inherent manufacturing flaw with the coating on the trim pieces. From my research I discovered that this is a wide ranging problem for their vehicles in geographic locations that are consistently hot. Jaguar Land Rover North America is well aware of this problem. On 1/24/20 I brought my vehicle in for service. On this service call the vehicle was under warranty. I pointed out the issue with the right side vent trim piece, the worst of the deteriorating parts. The coating was deteriorating from the heat. In these cases they start to peel or become sticky like rubber cement. The other trim pieces also needed to be replaced. They replaced the old flawed part with a new flawed part. For this reason I thought it useless to have the other failing parts replaced, as they would eventually deteriorate. I discovered that new replacement parts were available, that could have been replaced under warranty, that do not have the deterioration issue. On 11/23/20 I contacted JLR corp and requested they replace the parts as an under warranty issue, with the upgraded components, which they could have under warranty. They denied this because the vehicle was now past warranty. After months of negotiation they agreed to give me an 80% discount on the upgraded parts. This however still cost me $967.80. This does not seem ethical or fair to me. They were notified of this issue while still under warranty. Furthermore, I wonder If this should have been a recall issue. Either way, I am requesting a refund.
Jaguar F-type 2020
- Date Of Incident: 2021-04-19
- Date Complaint: 2021-04-19
- VIN: SAJD51EE8LC
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 JAGUAR F TYPE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V167000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO JAGUAR RIVERSIDE (8051 AUTO DR, RIVERSIDE, CA 92504) WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE PART WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
Jaguar F-type 2014
- Date Of Incident: 2019-11-11
- Date Complaint: 2020-02-18
- Fire: 1
- VIN: SAJWA6GL0EM
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 JAGUAR F-TYPE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE UNDERNEATH THE HOOD. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS NOTIFIED AND WAS ABLE TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE. A FIRE REPORT WAS FILED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES SUSTAINED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A TOW FACILITY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AN INVESTIGATION WAS OPENED HOWEVER, THE RESULT WAS INCONCLUSIVE. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED OR NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 54,000. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED.
Jaguar F-type 2015
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-23
- Date Complaint: 2019-08-23
- VIN: SAJWA6GL4FM
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: MOST ALL INTERNAL BUTTONS AND SWITCHES INCLUDING THE STEERING WHEEL, DASH AND DOOR SWITCHES ARE FAILING. SWITCHES AND BUTTONS ALMOST FEEL LIKE THEY ARE MELTING. THE STICKY RESIDUE MAKES THE STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS UNRELIABLE INCLUDING TURNING ON/OFF THE VEHICLE, SAFETY WARNING SYSTEMS, WINDOWS, CRUISE CONTROL, LANE ASSIST, ETC. ADDITIONALLY, THE GOEY BUTTONS ON THE CENTER CONSOLE CREATE THE SAME CONCERN FOR OTHER CRITICAL FUNCTIONS OF THE VEHICLE. THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM AMONG OWNERS AND JAGUAR HAS NOT OFFERED A REASONABLE REMEDY. ONE OWNER WHO HAD THESE SAME CONCERNS WAS QUOTED $9,000 TO REPLACE THE FAULTY SWITCHES.
Jaguar F-type 2014
- Date Of Incident: 2019-03-26
- Date Complaint: 2019-06-12
- VIN: SAJWA6E78E8
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
- Summary: FOUND RECALL CONCERNING PASSENGER AIR BAG ON NHTSA WEBSITE. DEALER SAYS THERE IS NO FIX FOR IT YET, AND IT WILL TAKE MONTHS FOR THEM TO COME UP WITH A FIX. SO THE CAR JUST SITS IN MY GARAGE WHILE I KEEP MAKING LOAN PAYMENTS, IT'S UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND DEALER WON'T DO ANYTHING. LAST YEAR ALSO HAD PROBLEMS WITH AIRBAG, IN THAT CASE - THE DRIVER'S ONE. DELAER FIXED IT, JUST OVER A YEAR SINCE THEN THE AIRBAG LIGHT ON DASH CAME ON AGAIN, DEALER REFUSES TO FIX, SAYS THEY ONLY GUARANTEE REPAIRS FOR 12 MONTHS AND WANTS TO CHARGE FOR SAME PARTS AND LABOR AGAIN. SO PRETTY MUCH BOTH AIRBAGS IN THE CAR ARE BAD AND DEALER REFUSES TO TAKE RESPONSIBILITY. TPMS SENSOR MALFUNCTION WARNING COMES ON AND OFF ALL THE TIME - THIS ISSUE WAS ALSO SUPPOSEDLY FIXED BY DEALER, THEY SAY THEY CAN'T TRACK THE PROBLEM AND CAN DO NOTHING MORE TO HELP. I WANT A RELIABLE AND SAFE CAR TO DRIVE, CLEARLY THIS CAN'T BE SAID ABOUT JAGUARS, MOREOVER - DEALER IS VERY INCOMPETENT, THEY DON'T KNOW THEIR OWN CARS AND INCAPABLE OF FIXING THESE CARS' CONSTANTLY REOCCURRING PROBLEMS. I DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO!
Jaguar F-type 2015
- Date Of Incident: 2019-01-10
- Date Complaint: 2019-02-11
- VIN: SAJWA6ET6F8
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 JAGUAR F-TYPE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A STICKY RESIDUE ON THE STEERING WHEEL AND NEAR THE CONTROL PANEL ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE, WHICH AFFECTED THE ABILITY TO USE THE FUNCTION CONTROL BUTTONS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT JAGUAR HONOLULU (888 KAPIOLANI BLVD, HONOLULU, HI 96813, (808) 592-5108) INDICATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY AND NEEDED TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE DEALER PROVIDED A 9-PAGE EXTENSIVE ESTIMATE AND INDICATED THAT THE TITLE WAS SALVAGED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND INDICATED THAT A WARRANTY WOULD NOT COVER THE REPAIR. THERE WAS NO RECALL ASSOCIATED WITH THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 9,500.
Jaguar F-type 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2018-09-24
- Date Complaint: 2018-09-25
- VIN: SAJWJ6HLXHM
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: GAS LEAKING FROM THE ENGINE CAUSING INTENSE SMELL , RISK OF FIRE BEING NEAR THE HOT ENGINE. CALLED ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE CAR TOWED TO THE DEALER.
Jaguar F-type 2018
- Date Of Incident: 2018-04-30
- Date Complaint: 2018-05-02
- VIN: SAJD55EE3JC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: VEHICLE DELIVERED TO CUSTOMER WITH BATTERY NOT SECURE (THIS BATTERY IS LOCATED IN THE TRUNK, BEHIND OCCUPANTS)
Jaguar F-type 2018
- Date Of Incident: 2018-04-30
- Date Complaint: 2018-05-02
- VIN: SAJD55EE3JC
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THERE ARE TWO HOLES IN THE BOTTOM OF THE TRUCK (IN THE EXHAUST AREA) THAT COULD LEAK EXHAUST INTO THE OCCUPANT COMPARTMENT.
Jaguar F-type 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-12
- Date Complaint: 2017-10-06
- VIN: SAJWA6AT9H8
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: ON JULY 12,2017 MY VEHICLE STALLED AND WOULD NOT START AFTER REPEATED TRIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A JAGUAR DEALER WHERE IT STAYED FOR 14 DAYS WHILE THEY TRIED TO SOLVE THE PROBLEM. A NEW FUEL PUMP DRIVER MODULE WAS INSTALLED AND THE DEALER DECLARED THE PROBLEM FIXED. THE MILEAGE ON THE CAR WAS 696 MILES ENTERING THE DEALER AND 724 MILES LEAVING. ON AUGUST 3, 2017 MY VEHICLE STALLED AGAIN AND WOULD NOT RESTART AFTER REPEATED TRIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE SAME DEALER WHERE IT STAYED FOR ANOTHER 15 DAYS. THE DEALER STATED THE PROBLEM WAS DUE TO MELTED PINS IN THE FUEL PUMP DRIVER MODULE. THE DEFECTIVE PINS WERE DECLARED REPAIRED AND THE FUEL PUMP DRIVER MODULE RENEWED. MILEAGE ON THE CAR WAS 997 MILES ENTERING THE DEALER AND 1149 MILES LEAVING. IN THE LAST 7 WEEKS, I HAVE ONLY DRIVEN THE CAR ABOUT 100 MILES BECAUSE OF MY LACK OF CONFIDENCE IN IT. A CLAIM HAS BEEN FILED WITH THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU.
Latest 5 recalls Jaguar F-type
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 13 recalls for different components of the Jaguar F-type.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Jaguar F-type 2018
- Report Received Date: 2021-07-01
- Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Summary: 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.
- Model: Jaguar F-type 2020
- Report Received Date: 2021-03-11
- Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
- Summary: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2020 Jaguar F-Type vehicles. The diagnostic check for the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) that runs at vehicle startup may not complete in the time required, which could disable the ABS and the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system during that drive cycle.
- Consequence: A disabled ABS or DSC system could increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2021. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H335.
- Model: Jaguar F-type 2020
- Report Received Date: 2019-09-27
- Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
- Components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Summary: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2019-2020 F-Type vehicles equipped with 18-inch rear wheels. The tire placard label on the driver's side door opening states an incorrect size for the rear tires. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."
- Consequence: An incorrect tire placard label may mislead the vehicle owner to install the wrong tire size, potentially affecting vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tire placard label with a label that states the correct rear tire size, free of charge. The recall began October 23, 2019. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H256.
- Model: Jaguar F-type 2014
- Report Received Date: 2019-04-25
- Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
- Components: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
- Summary: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar Land Rover) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Jaguar F-TYPE vehicles previously remedied under Recall 14V-714. The seatbelt harness connector which connects the Seatbelt Tension Sensor (STS) to the Occupant Classification Sensor Control Module (OCSCM) may not have been correctly wired. As a result, the Restraint Control Module (RCM) may not accurately detect if an adult or child is occupying the seat.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an incorrect classification may result in the passenger frontal air bag deploying even if there is a child in the front passenger seat, increasing their risk of injury.
- Remedy: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt assembly and repair the seatbelt tension sensor harness as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H208.
- Model: Jaguar F-type 2015
- Report Received Date: 2019-04-25
- Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
- Components: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
- Summary: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar Land Rover) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Jaguar F-TYPE vehicles previously remedied under Recall 14V-714. The seatbelt harness connector which connects the Seatbelt Tension Sensor (STS) to the Occupant Classification Sensor Control Module (OCSCM) may not have been correctly wired. As a result, the Restraint Control Module (RCM) may not accurately detect if an adult or child is occupying the seat.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an incorrect classification may result in the passenger frontal air bag deploying even if there is a child in the front passenger seat, increasing their risk of injury.
- Remedy: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt assembly and repair the seatbelt tension sensor harness as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H208.
Latest negative Jaguar F-type car reviews
Latest positive Jaguar F-type car reviews
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Vehicle year: 2016
The F Type S V8 is an incredibly sleek and stylish car. When I sat in the driver's seat, it felt like a glove that perfectly contoured to my form. Even when pushing hard on the accelerator, the car remained comfortable. The 'G' forces were definitely present, but it only added to the excitement. The throatiness of the exhaust, with or without the 'ACTIVE' button, was music to my ears and just plain sexy. All the dash controls were easily readable and the steering wheel controls facilitated fast human responses when the car leapt forward. I am thoroughly enjoying every minute of this ride. Thank you, Jaguar!
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Vehicle year: 2017
I really adore my 2016 F type R. It's been great so far, except for the fact that it attracts a lot of attention wherever I go. I love how it looks and performs, and I haven't had any mechanical or service issues yet. It's a really impressive piece of machinery that's beautifully hidden under a stunning piece of art.
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Vehicle year: 2017
I finally took the plunge and bought my dream luxury exotic sports car after drooling over it for a year. It definitely lives up to its name! It's funny how I used to admire pictures of this gorgeous vehicle online, and now I suddenly realize that I have one parked in my garage! I look forward to driving it every day. This car demands and engages your attention behind the wheel, making it a very driver-focused sports car. The reviews are pretty spot on - the firmness of the sport seats may require some getting used to, and the interior is quite a tight fit for passengers. The storage space for anything in the cockpit is scant, but the trunk is pleasantly adequate and has more than enough space to carry all road trip essentials. I love all the unique Jaguar signature features, from the deployable rear spoiler, door handles, air vents, and folding rearview mirrors, to the cool gear shift missile launcher joystick! Oh, and the active exhaust note! It all screams that you're driving something unique, something special - a Jag! I originally thought this would be my weekender or occasional fun car, but it's so much fun to drive that it has become my daily vehicle, and my Audi Q5 has been left sitting in my garage for days on end! I highly recommend it.
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Vehicle year: 2016
After test driving the base, V6 S and the V8 S, I decided to lease the base V6. I found that it drove better than the other two models and was much more affordable. Interestingly, the base transmission seemed to shift more smoothly than the higher-end models. While I was waiting for my base model to arrive, I was given a V8 to test drive. Although it was very fast, I didn't enjoy it as much as the base model.
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Vehicle year: 2016
This is the best sports car I have ever driven! I have tested the 911S, Maserati, BMW, and nothing compares to the fun and excitement that this car provides. It is also the best looking, freshest, and most exhilarating car out there. Even after two years, I feel even more satisfied with this car than before. I have never received so many compliments or had so much fun driving a car. While I was sad to see the car go at the end of the three-year lease, I was also eager to get into a more comfortable and less noisy one. I highly recommend this car to all enthusiasts out there. However, as I take frequent 500-mile drives (about 6 times a year), it's not the best for long drives. Otherwise, it's a fantastic car!
Are you having problems with your Jaguar F-type?
Isaiah Cummerata 2025-02-10
Vehicle year: 2017
Hello potential buyers, I wanted to share my experience with a black 2017 F-Type VIN SAJWA6AT1H8K38814. As the original owner, I unfortunately experienced a defect that couldn't be fixed. In hot weather, the dash would make a horrible creaking noise, but in cool weather, it was quiet. Despite the dealer's efforts to fix the problem, they were unable to do so and I was faced with having to spend over $10,000.00 to replace the car. However, I was able to use the lemon law to my advantage and the dealer bought the car back for the entire sales price. I want to warn any potential buyers that the dealer may try to resell the car, even though they were aware of the defect. Please be sure to test drive the car on a hot day to ensure that the defect is not present. If you have already purchased this car, please reach out to me on the Facebook Jaguar F Type fans page and I can provide you with the proof you need to get your money back. Thank you for taking the time to read this and I hope it helps you make an informed decision.
Remington Jacobi 2025-01-26
Vehicle year: 2017
This is my third F-Type in two months. All three look great, but unfortunately, they have had some issues. The acceleration with the automatics is great, but the manual is less so. The fuel fillers, stereos, and various noises have been problematic in all three. The dealers acknowledged that there were service bulletins out for these issues, but stated that Jag won't pay them to fix these problems pre-delivery. Each was bought back. Jag refuses to fix the defective stereos and told me it would void my warranty if I paid the $4k necessary to make it sound good. The $500 Fender stereo in VW's is light years better than the 770W Meridian system, which spews out muffled bass and tinny mids. The bass is distorted in all of them. I thought the 2016 models had all of these problems fixed. I was wrong. The present car is a lease and the dealer won't unwind it because the car was never previously registered. However, I did get an amazing lease: a $96k sticker reduced by $25k, making a first month plus fees drive off with $762/mo. for 33 mo. with 15k mi./year thereafter.But, if the stereo is not up to your standards, the gas pumps shut off frequently during fill-ups, and a buzzing sound occurs when the exhaust button is on loud and the accelerator is depressed between 2,650 rpm and 3,000 rpm, you may be wondering if it's worth the investment. I could go on and on... However, I have decided that I will never purchase another F-Type or Jaguar again. Instead, I recommend buying a good used 911 and being done with it.
Bradford Boyle 2025-01-18
Vehicle year: 2017
I am sorry to hear about the issues you have been experiencing with your car. It must be frustrating to have to deal with so many problems in such a short amount of time. I hope that the dealership and Jaguar NA can work together to resolve these issues for you soon. Thank you for sharing your experience with us.
Ezekiel Koch 2025-01-13
Vehicle year: 2020
I am sorry to hear about the issues you have been experiencing with your car. It must be frustrating to have to deal with so many problems in such a short amount of time. I hope that the dealership and Jaguar NA can work together to resolve these issues for you soon. Thank you for sharing your experience with us.
Mohammad Frami 2024-09-02
Vehicle year: 2020
The brand new Jaguar has unfortunately experienced some issues, including a self-scratching paint problem that has required multiple visits to the paint shop. Despite these setbacks, I remain confident in my decision to purchase a Jaguar and look forward to resolving these issues in a timely and satisfactory manner.