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2017 Jaguar XE problems, recalls and owner complaints
What the 2017 Jaguar XE has been recalled for, how often it fails the UK MOT and what owners report, from official government data. Updated October 25, 2026.
- 2safety recalls
- 20owner complaints
- 4crash reports
- 2fire reports
- 17%fail the UK MOT
The most complained-about Jaguar XE year on file: 20 complaints, against an average of 6 for the other 3 model years.
Every Jaguar XE model year with its number of owner complaints. Pick a year to compare.
What goes wrong with the 2017 Jaguar XE?
The components named most often in the 20 owner complaints. One complaint can name several, so the shares can add up to more than 100%.
What symptoms do 2017 Jaguar XE owners describe?
Found by reading the text of all 20 owner complaints. Tap a symptom for the answer, a real owner quote and any related recall.
Has the 2017 Jaguar XE been recalled?
2 U.S. safety recalls. Repairs are free at a franchised dealer; some are done over the air.
Structure: Body Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2017-2018 and 2020 Jaguar XE vehicles that received a replacement rear rail assembly as part of a service repair. Missing spot welds may weaken the structural strength of the rear rail assembly.
Risk: The weakened rear rail assembly may allow the rear bumper beam to detach when the vehicle is being towed or the tow-bar assembly to detach when towing a trailer. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear rail assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 7, 2021. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H349.
Fuel System, Diesel Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2017 XE vehicles equipped with a 2.0L diesel engine. The vehicles have a fuel return hose that may leak.
Risk: A diesel fuel leak onto the road surface may cause a skid hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. If the fuel leak contacts a hot engine or exhaust component, there would be an increased risk of a fire.
Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel return hose, free of charge. The began May 2, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H016.
Is the 2017 Jaguar XE recalled in the UK or Europe?
Recalls issued by the UK's DVSA and through the EU's Safety Gate system that cover this model and build period. European models can differ from U.S. ones, and "years estimated" means the recall gave no build dates, so confirm your own car with your registration or VIN.
UK DVSASecurity Guidance
Risk: Jaguar Land Rover in conjunction with law enforcement and insurance bodies is aware of the increase in thefts of vehicles in specific geographical locations within the United Kingdom. There is no fault with Jaguar Land Rover's security systems and they continue to meet stringent automotive legislation. Jaguar Land Rover is offering owners guidance on how to maximise vehicle security and protect against theft
Fix: Vehicle registered keepers will be sent a security guidance letter only - there is no repair action.
UK DVSAThe rear rail assembly may not have the specified structural strength
Risk: The rear rail assembly (rear longitudinal armatures) installed as part of an aftermarket repair may not have the specified structural strength.
Fix: Replacement parts will be installed in line with aftermarket welding standards.
UK DVSAVehicles failed to achieve required levels of co2 emissions
Risk: Vehicles failed to routinely achieve the required levels of CO2 emissions.
Fix: Solutions include hardware and software changes.
UK DVSAThe vehicle failed to routinely achieve the required levels of co2 emissions
Risk: Vehicles failed to routinely achieve the required levels of CO2 emissions.
Fix: Update the vehicle software to the latest version.
UK DVSAFuel may leak
Risk: The brazing of the fuel rail end caps is inconsistent and may not correctly seal the fuel rail ends. Fuel vapour and liquid fuel leaks can occur over time. This can lead to a liquid fuel leak into the engine bay.
Fix: On affected vehicles replace the fuel rail with a correctly manufactured version.
UK DVSAInstrument cluster may intermittently go blank
Risk: Due to a software issue the Instrument cluster may intermittently go blank.
Fix: Affected vehicles will be recalled to have the latest software installed/downloaded.
UK DVSAFuel hose may leak
Risk: The fuel return hose may leak. Increased fuel odour may be noticed and drivers may also observe liquid fuel puddles underneath the vehicle. It is possible that fuel may leak onto the road surface which can present a skid hazard to other road users increasing the risk of a crash. Should leaking fuel come into contact with a sufficiently hot surface in the engine bay there will be an increased risk of fire.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the fuel return hose.
UK DVSASeat belt pretensioner may not deploy
Risk: It has been identified by the seat belt Pre-Tensioner manufacturer that the pre-tensioner initiator generant mix ratio does not meet specification. This can therefore result in the initiator not functioning correctly which can lead to none activation of the pre-tensioner.
Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to check the pre-tentioner and if required replace it with a new quality assured component.
EU Safety GateThe propellant in the driver and front passenger airbags may deteriorate over time.If the airbags deploy, it could result in fragments from the inflator injuring the vehicle's occupants.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Importer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: 02/07/2026
EU Safety GateThe propellant in the driver airbag may deteriorate over time.If the airbags deploy, it could result in fragments from the inflator injuring the vehicle's occupants.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Request to stop driving; Date of entry into force: 01/04/2026; Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: 18/04/2025
EU Safety GateThe propellant in the inflator of the driver airbag may deteriorate over time.If the airbags deploy, it could result in fragments of the inflator injuring the vehicle's occupants.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Importer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
EU Safety GateCertain vehicles fitted with 2.0L Diesel Engines may emit excessive levels of CO2 and may not conform with the certified condition.CO2 and other greenhouse gases contribute to global warming pollution. A reduction in CO2 emissions contributes to the EU greenhouse gas reduction targets helping protect the environment.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: 07/02/2019
EU Safety GateCertain vehicles fitted with 2.0L Diesel Engines may emit excessive levels of CO2 and may not conform with the certified condition.CO2 and other greenhouse gases contribute to global warming pollution. A reduction in CO2 emissions contributes to the EU greenhouse gas reduction targets helping protect the environment.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
EU Safety GateThe TFT Instrument Cluster (digital speedometer) screen can go blank and reset intermittently.This may distract the driver and increase the risk of an accident.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
EU Safety GateThe fuel return hose may leak.As a consequence fuel puddles may appear underneath the vehicle or fuel may leak onto the road surface, which can present a skid hazard.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: 30/04/2017
EU Safety GateThe front seatbelt pre-tensioner may fail to operate when required, increasing the risk of injury to front seat occupants in the event of…The front seatbelt pre-tensioner may fail to operate when required, increasing the risk of injury to front seat occupants in the event of a crash.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: 30/12/2016
How often does the 2017 Jaguar XE fail its MOT?
Why they failed: the share of failed tests with at least one fault in each area (a test can fail on several). Cars first registered in 2017, tested in Great Britain in 2023; first registration is usually, but not always, the model year. Source: DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0.
What do 2017 Jaguar XE owners report?
12 of the 20 complaints, the most recent for the most-reported components, as the owners wrote them. NHTSA removes names and VINs; long reports are trimmed. CarHooq has not verified individual claims.
The contact owns a 2017 Jaguar XE. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the passenger’s side air bag had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and transferred the contact to the warranty headquarters located in Florida. The approximate failure mileage was 62,000.
The contact owns a 2017 Jaguar XE. The contact’s wife stated that while driving at approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly accelerated. The brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to respond, and no warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle accelerated to an unknown speed, causing the contact’s wife to veer off the roadway and collide with a tree, where it came to a stop. The contact’s wife reported that the engine compartment caught fire upon impact and that the air bags deployed. As a result of the crash, the contact’s wife sustained a spinal injury and bruising. The…
The contact owns a 2017 Jaguar XE. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH, the check engine and battery warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle could not able to be restarted. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the fuel line needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 101,820.
The contact owns a 2017 Jaguar XE. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed an abnormally strong fuel odor. The contact parked the vehicle. Upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that there was a large amount of diesel on the ground underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with a hole in the fuel return line. The contact was informed that the fuel return line needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred the following day. The vehicle was not repaired…
The contact owns a 2017 Jaguar XE. The contact stated that while parked and attempting to start the vehicle, the contact heard abnormal sound coming from the engine and the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The contact stated that on another occasion while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle responded as needed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the timing chain needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 131,630.
This vehicle has left me stranded with my family multiple times with out being able to pull over on the side of the road. It’s had so many coolant leaks, hoses bust, and a hand full of coolant leaks in the whole system. The jaguar dealership has worked on vehicle multiple of times without any success. The vehicle while driving didn’t even warn me the coolant was low. When I pulled over and opened the hood, it busted of the coolant cap on its own and coolant was busting out everywhere cause it to leak on me.
My safety bag warning light has been coming on and off. I have no accidents or anything mechanically done to cause this to trigger. In addition, I never knew my seats had any memory as I have never used this option since I've purchased the vehicle in 2019. At times my driver seats moves on its own, without me touching anything.
There has been random frequent issues with some of the safety features failing or deactivating. The issues is presented as an alert popping up saying the “Blind Spot System Not Available”, then when putting the car it to reverse I also get the message “Reverse Traffic Detection Not Available”. On some occasions the issue presents as the alert for “AEB Not Available”. The issue or alert clears after turning the vehicle is turned off for a period (not sure on how long).
Car shuts down constantly with no warnings, took it to the dealership twice same and I still have the same issue. It’s been an issued since I bought the car a year ago
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 JAGUAR XE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE WIFE WAS DRIVING 20 MPH, THE FUEL GAUGE SUDDENLY DECREASED TO EMPTY AND AFTER STOPPING SMOKE WAS SCENE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. AFTER LIFTING THE HOOD IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT DIESEL FUEL WAS PRESENT IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND INSIDE THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE LOCAL DEALER JAGUAR OF MONMOUTH LOCATED AT 105 NJ-36, EATONTOWN, NJ 07724 WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL RETURN HOSE HAD RUPTURED CAUSING DIESEL FUEL TO LEAK. ALSO FUEL HAD LEAKED INTO THE GAPS OF THE WINDSHIELD. WHILE SERVICING THE…
WHEN THE CAR GETS CLOSE TO 1/4 OF A TANK OF GAS IT COMPLETELY STOPS AND IT SWITCHES INTO NEUTRAL, HEADLIGHTS SHUT OFF, AND THE CAR COMPLETELY STALLS OUT. TONIGHT IS THE SECOND TIME IN A WEEK THIS HAS HAPPENED ON THE INTERSTATE IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. THERE'S LESS THAN 30K MILES ON MY CAR! SOMEONE IS GOING TO GET KILLED! MY FAMILY IS IN DANGER AS WE SIT STRANDED ON THE SIDE OF THE INTERSTATE, AND IF SOMETHING HAPPENS TO US I'M SUING THIS COMPANY!
I WOULD LIKE TO REPORT FOR YOUR ASSISTANCE REGARDING MY WIFE, INCI'S UNFORTUNATE ACCIDENT ON 10/04/2019. SHE IS SUFFERING SIGNIFICANT PAIN DUE TO POST-ACCIDENT STERNUM AND RIB FRACTURES. I AM REPORTING THIS ACCIDENT REPORT FOR HER. AS CLEARLY DOCUMENTED BY THE ATTACHED VIDEO CLIP, SHE COMES AT THE FRONT OF THE GARAGE AND STOPS THE CAR FOR OPENING THE GARAGE DOOR. INSTEAD OF TURNING RIGHT SIDE TO PARK THE CAR THAT ACCELERATES WITHOUT ANY CONTROL STRAIGHTFORWARD AND HITS THE WALL. ALTHOUGH THE SPACE BETWEEN THE CAR AND WALL IS APPROXIMATELY 20- 22 FEET, THE DAMAGE IN THE CAR WAS A TOTAL DUE TO…
2017 Jaguar XE: questions owners ask
Is the 2017 Jaguar XE reliable?
NHTSA data alone cannot rate reliability, but it shows what owners reported. Owners filed 20 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Jaguar XE; the most common categories were engine (8, 40%), air bags (5, 25%), electrical system (4, 20%). There are 2 safety recalls. 4 complaints mention a crash, 2 mention a fire, 5 injuries were reported.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Jaguar XE?
Across 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the categories mentioned most often are engine (40% of complaints), air bags (25% of complaints), electrical system (20% of complaints), fuel system (10% of complaints), fuel/propulsion system (10% of complaints). One complaint can name several components.
Does the 2017 Jaguar XE have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2017 Jaguar XE; the most recent (campaign 21V248000, 2021-04-08) concerns Structure: Body. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Why does my 2017 Jaguar XE stall, lose power or shut off while driving?
4 of the 20 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2017 Jaguar XE (20%) describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. One owner wrote: "Well driving down the hwy the steering wheel became really stiff 75 mph dash said loss of power steering assist.. later on vehicle did regain power steering .. second time was well making a u turn steering wheels was jurked out of had.." (NHTSA complaint 11460273, April 2022). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Check your own XE
Counts are a starting point, not a verdict: popular models collect more complaints because more of them are on the road, and NHTSA does not verify individual reports. To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls (U.S.) or your registration at check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk (UK). Had a safety problem? Report it to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations and recalls.
Data: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation recall and complaint databases (public domain), DVSA anonymised MOT results (Open Government Licence v3.0), DVSA vehicle recalls (Open Government Licence v3.0), EU Safety Gate alerts (© European Union), retrieved October 25, 2026. Model year 2017 only.