2016 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 2016 Jaguar F-type problems
The Jaguar F-Type 2016 is a high-performance sports car known for its impressive design and performance. However, like any vehicle, it has its share of common problems reported by owners.
One of the most significant issues with the Jaguar F-Type 2016 is the timing chain jumping in the supercharged V8 and V6 models. This problem is caused by a design flaw in the tensioners, which can lead to engine damage and expensive repairs.
Another common problem with the Jaguar F-Type 2016 is the engine's performance, which can be both impressive and self-destructive. The F-Type's high-performance engine can make the car tail-heavy, causing difficulties in driving, especially in early models with rear-wheel drive. The automaker attempted to remedy this issue by making later editions all-wheel drive, but this change also introduced new problems, such as tire wear and suspension issues.
The interior of the Jaguar F-Type 2016 has also been criticized for being too small, especially for Americans who tend to be larger in size. This issue can make the car uncomfortable for some drivers and passengers, reducing its overall appeal.
The infotainment system in the Jaguar F-Type 2016 has also been a source of frustration for some owners. Although the system has undergone multiple iterations and improvements, it has been lumped together with reported problems, contributing to the myth of Jaguar's unreliability. However, it's worth noting that these issues are often relatively minor and do not affect the car's mechanical aspects.
In summary, the Jaguar F-Type 2016 is a high-performance sports car with impressive design and performance. However, it has some common problems, including timing chain jumping, engine performance issues, a small interior, and an occasionally problematic infotainment system. Despite these issues, many owners still enjoy driving the F-Type and appreciate its unique style and performance capabilities.
How much does it cost to maintain a Jaguar F-Type?
Jaguar F-TYPE Maintenance Costs
A Jaguar F-TYPE will cost about $13,255 for maintenance and repairs during its first 10 years of service. This is more than the industry average for luxury convertible models by $934. There is also a 36.89% chance that a F-TYPE will require a major repair during that time.
What are the main problems with Jaguar F pace?
F-Pace
- Timing Chain Failure | 2.0 Diesel. ...
- Turbocharger Issues | 2.0 Diesel. ...
- Crankshaft Failure | 3.0 V6 Diesel. ...
- Water Pump Failure | 3.0 Supercharged V6 & 5.0 Supercharged V8. ...
- Coolant Leaks | 3.0 Supercharged V6 & 5.0 Supercharged V8. ...
- Driveshaft Too Short | Early Auto Models (MY2016)
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.
What engines came in the 2016 Jaguar F-Type?
The base F-Type features a supercharged 3.0-liter V6 that puts out 340 horsepower. S models feature a supercharged 3.0-liter V6 that produces 380 horsepower.
2016 Jaguar F-type car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Jaguar F-type problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Power train problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Electronic stability control (esc) problems
- Engine problems
- Visibility/wiper problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2016 Jaguar F-type vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
2016 Jaguar F-type complaints
The NHTSA has received 8 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2016 Jaguar F-type.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-02-24
- 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...
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-09-11
- 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.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-11-23
- 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.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-03-23
- VIN: SAJWB6BCXG8
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: THIS CAR IS EQUIPPED WITH THE 6 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION. WHEN SHIFTING UP, EVEN IF YOU TAKE YOU FOOT OFF THE ACCELERATOR COMPLETELY, THE ENGINE DOES NOT RESPOND TO THE ACCELERATOR INPUT AS IT REMAINS AT THE RPM WHEN THE SHIFT WAS INITIATED ( 3500 RPM AS AN EXAMPLE ) FOR OVER A SECOND, DROPS 200 RPM THEN INCREASES 50 RPM AND THEN FINALLY WILL DROP TO IDLE. THE ENGINE IS NOT RESPONDING TO THROTTLE INPUT WHEN SHIFTING THIS LEAVES THE ENGINE AT A MUCH HIGHER RPM WHEN TRYING TO SHIFT UP AND MAKES IT IMPOSSIBLE TO SHIFT SMOOTHLY SINCE THE ENGINE IS REVVING TO HIGH FOR THE NEXT SELECTED UP SHIFT. IT CAUSES UNINTENDED ACCELERATION WHEN SHIFTING BECAUSE THE ENGINE SPEED IS TOO HIGH FOR THE NEXT GEAR SELECTION. THIS HAPPENS ALL THE TIME. IT NEVER NOT DOES IT. THE DATE BELOW IS JUST TODAYS DATE. AND IT HAPPENS AT ALL SPEEDS. I BOUGHT THE CAR AS A CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED. IT HAD 1031 MILES WHEN I BOUGHT IT. I REALIZED WHAT WAS HAPPENING AFTER DRIVING FOR SEVERAL HUNDRED MILES.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-06-25
- VIN: SAJWJ6DL8GM
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE
- Summary: FOLLOWING "REPAIRS" AT THE DEALERSHIP ON COOLING SYSTEM, CAR NOTIFIED ME OF OVERHEATING HALF WAY HOME WHILE ON HIGHWAY. AFTER NEARLY CRASHING AND BEING HIT IN TRYING TO PULL OVER TO STOP THE VEHICLE, I OPENED THE HOOD TO FIND THE COOLENT LINES HAD BEEN SHAVED AND REPAIRS IN OTHER AREAS VERY POORLY DONE. CAR CONSTANTLY IS LEAKING COOLANT AND OIL. I HAVE ALSO REPLACED THE BATTERY 4 TIMES AND THE CAR REQUIRES DAILY JUMP STARTING. THE CAR PAINT INDICATED A REPAINT JOB WHEN DEL8VERED TO ME WITH 100 MILES OF IT. AFTER CLAIMING TO HAVE REALIGNED THE TIRES AFTER MY FRONTS WENT BAD AFTER 5000 MILES, I DISCOVERED THAT THEY HAD NOT BEEN BALANCED NOR ALIGNED. I LEFT ONE WHEEL NUT LOSE BEFORE SERVICE ON EACH TIRE AND EACH WAS STILL LOSE AFTER. JAGUAR HAS DEFRAUDED ME ON MULTIPLE LEVELS, THREATENED ME FOR USING A OB2 CAR CODE READER AND GENERALLY COMMITTED MULTIPLE CORPORATE CRIMES FOR WHICH I AM SEEKING SIGNIFICANT ACTION. I AM BASED IN NASHVILLE. DESPITE 23 TRIPS TO THE DEALER IN 5 MONTHS, JAGUAR BLAMED ALL THE CARS PROBLEMS ON NON EXISTENT MODIFICATIONS THEY ACCUSED ME OF INSTALLING WITHOUT WARRANT AND CONTRADICTORY TO WHAT THEIR OWN SERVICE MANAGER NEW TO BE FACT.
STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-10-21
- VIN: SAJWA6BU0G8
- Components: STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: WHEN CHANGING LANES @ APP. 45MPH, THE CAR INITIALLY FELT AS IF IT WOULD ROLL OVER. THE CAR THEN SWERVED RIGHT AND LEFT , NEARLY PUSHING ME INTO THE TRAFFIC IN THE NEXT LANE. STEERING WAS VERY DIFFICULT TO CONTROL, REQUIRING MY FULL STRENGTH. AFTER A FEW MINUTES, THE CAR STRAIGHTENED AND STEERING EFFORT RETURNED TO NORMAL.THIS OCCURRED ON A SMOOTH, 4-LANE ROAD WHICH WAS DRY. JAGUAR SERVICE PERSONNEL WERE AWARE OF SIMILAR ISSUES BUT COLD NOT IDENTIFY A CAUSE.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-06-23
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 JAGUAR F-TYPE. THE CONTACT OBSERVED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS LEAKING OIL WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN AND FAILURE MILEAGE WERE UNKNOWN.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-04-02
- VIN: SAJWB6A62G8
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THE FLYWHEEL MALFUNCTIONED ON MY JAGUAR F-TYPE BUT JAGUAR, EVEN THOUGH THEY UPDATED THE PART NUMBERS FOR THE FLYWHEEL AND CLUTCH, AND DESPITE THE FACT THAT ANY MALFUNCTION WITH THE FLYWHEEL IS GOING TO COMPROMISE THE CLUTCH ASSEMBLY AS THEY ARE CONNECTED MECHANICALLY, ARE REFUSING TO CHANGE THE CLUTCH AND ONLY THE FLYWHEEL. THE CLUTCH/FLYWHEEL FAILED CATASTROPHICALLY. THE CAR BECAME HARDER AND HARDER TO SHIFT AND THEN WOULDN'T GO INTO GEAR AT ALL. I STOPPED TURNED THE ENGINE OFF. THE CAR WOULD NOT RESTART OR GO INTO GEAR WITHOUT GREAT FORCE AND THEN REQUIRED AS MUCH FORCE TO TAKE IT OUT OF GEAR.
2016 Jaguar F-type recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2016 Jaguar F-type.
- Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
- Components: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
- Summary: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LCC (Jaguar) is recalling one 2016 Jaguar F-Type vehicle manufactured February 3, 2015. The affected vehicle has the power steering system still set in the supplier's factory operating mode. In this condition, in the event of a steering system malfunction, the vehicle can experience additional steering inputs from the electric power steering system.
- Consequence: If the vehicle is in motion when this occurs, the driver may unexpectedly lose the ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Jaguar will notify the owner, and a dealer will either correct the steering system software or replace the steering rack, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 31, 2015. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J055.
Negative 2016 Jaguar F-type car reviews
Positive 2016 Jaguar F-type car reviews
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Love the car so far! It has lots of tech, loads of power, great lines, and the best exhaust sound out there. When people see and hear this car, they can't help but be impressed!
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Hey there! I just wanted to share my experience with you. I recently purchased this amazing car and I am absolutely in love with it! I got the base model and it has more than enough power for me. I also added some extra features like full leather performance heated seats/steering wheel and XM radio, which really make the driving experience even better. The total cost was $72,445 before discount, but it was totally worth it. The car looks even better in person and it's definitely a head-turner. Plus, it comes fully equipped with navigation, stereo, and super cool LED running headlights. Oh, and the trunk is spacious enough to hold a full set of golf clubs! I highly recommend this car, it's truly awesome!
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Love the performance..but, big but, there's absolutely no room for suitcases or golf bags. So, it's not the ideal car for a weekend getaway.
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I love this car! I have the S model with 380 hp. It's absolutely amazing! From the styling to the power to everything!
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The Jaguar F-Type is a great competitor to the Porsche 911 and the C7 Corvette. It has an outstanding 8-speed quick shift auto transmission with dynamic mode that stiffens the suspension and expands the rev point. The quality is top-notch and the ride is all sports car. The only drawback is that the trunk is only 11 cubic feet, which is quite small. However, you can still fit a couple of small soft bags or travel suitcases in it.
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Are you having problems with your 2016 Jaguar F-type?
Seth Kshlerin 2024-08-11
I hope this review finds you well! I wanted to share my thoughts on my two Jaguar cars, a 2016 XF 35T and an F Type S with automatic transmission and RWD. Both cars are absolutely stunning on the outside and turn heads wherever I go. The F Type's interior is fully loaded with sport seats and extended leather package, which makes it smell like a leather factory. The seats and sitting position are spot on for my 6.0' height. However, the XF's interior is quite plain and unremarkable, and the vinyl seats are uncomfortable and feel like sitting on bubble wrap. Unfortunately, the infotainment systems on both cars are not up to par with major competitors, and even with Jeep or Nissan systems. Despite these minor issues, I am still happy with my decision to trade in my previous cars for these Jaguars. The dealer experience, however, has been a mixed bag. While my previous BMW and Mercedes Benz dealers provided excellent service and loaner cars, my local Jaguar dealer has been disappointing. Overall, I am satisfied with my Jaguars and would recommend them to anyone looking for a stylish ride. Thank you for reading!During the XF service, the engine cover was left loosely on top of the engine instead of being pinned down. Unfortunately, when the tires developed bubbles on the side walls at 12K miles, the dealer and Jaguar Land Rover North America call center said it wasn't covered. However, Good Year, the tire manufacturer that Jaguar chose as a supplier, kindly gave us a small credit towards the purchase of three new tires. We now have a car with one older tire and three new ones of the same brand and model. When I brought the F Type for service, I was informed that the free included oil change would not be covered this time. They wanted $190 for oil and filter (7 quarts synthetic and a filter). They said I went over 30 days past the two-year mark of the car's in-service date of June 1st, 2016. Although the car's computer and the app on my phone (Jaguar In Control) warned me two weeks ago, we never received any emails or calls from either the dealer or Jaguar Land Rover that the service was due. I proceeded to make the call for service and was told to come in the following week on a Tuesday morning. Although no loaners were available, they offered to service and wash the car while I waited for 1.5 hours. When I found out about the oil change fee, I refused that service but mentioned some trim fitting problem in the interior. After waiting in their waiting room for 1.5 hours, they said that a seat would need to come out and they will schedule me to come back a different time. But to sit tight and the service advisor would return with a date and time.The service advisor returned after thirty minutes with a receipt for $0 and mentioned a 27 point courtesy inspection. However, I was not informed about the details of the inspection and the Jaguar Call Center could not verify it either. Unfortunately, nothing was done even after waiting for two hours, not even the follow-up appointment. When I was leaving, the service advisor pointed me towards the exit and said to call next week to schedule another appointment. Upon reaching home, I noticed that one of the wipers had broken pieces of rubber hanging out of it, which was not inspected during the 27 point inspection. Although I am disappointed, I have decided to sell the car at a loss. I was planning on keeping it until the warranty expires, but I found a six-month-old Porsche 911 dealer demo with Certified Pre Owned, which has a much better dealer network and cars. Although I may not get a good trade-in value, I cannot blame them for the quality or reliability of the Jaguar they are taking in.