Most common 2018 Jaguar XF problems
Share of the 2 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Jaguar XF complaints by model year
Best XF years: 2018, 2016, 2017. Years to avoid: 2010, 2009, 2011. Compare all years →
2018 Jaguar XF recalls (3)
Air bags
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.
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.
Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Fuel rail
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.
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.
Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel
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.
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.
2018 Jaguar XF engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo diesel | 8-speed automatic | RWD | 31 / 42 / 35 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo diesel | 8-speed automatic | AWD | 30 / 40 / 34 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 8-speed automatic | RWD | 25 / 34 / 28 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 8-speed automatic | AWD | 23 / 33 / 27 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged | 8-speed automatic | RWD | 20 / 29 / 23 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged | 8-speed automatic | AWD | 20 / 28 / 23 |
EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2018 Jaguar XF a good car?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2018 XF rates better than average: 87% fewer complaints than a typical year of the XF at the same age. It is one of the best XF years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2018 Jaguar XF?
The body & structure — 1 complaint, 50% of all complaints for this model year, most often about body. Next is the speed control & acceleration (1).
How many recalls does the 2018 Jaguar XF have?
There are 3 recalls for the 2018 Jaguar XF, the most recent from February 15, 2018 (air bags). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Jaguar XF?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2018, 2016 and 2017. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2010, 2009 and 2011. See the full Jaguar XF years comparison.
At what mileage do 2018 Jaguar XF problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 88,000 miles; 0% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.