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2013 Jaguar XF problems, recalls and owner complaints
What the 2013 Jaguar XF has been recalled for, how often it fails the UK MOT and what owners report, from official government data. Updated October 25, 2026.
- 12safety recalls
- 35owner complaints
- 3crash reports
- 1fire report
- 25%fail the UK MOT
35 complaints, against an average of 11 for the other 7 Jaguar XF model years.
Every Jaguar XF model year with its number of owner complaints. Pick a year to compare.
What goes wrong with the 2013 Jaguar XF?
The components named most often in the 35 owner complaints. One complaint can name several, so the shares can add up to more than 100%.
What symptoms do 2013 Jaguar XF owners describe?
Found by reading the text of all 35 owner complaints. Tap a symptom for the answer, a real owner quote and any related recall.
Has the 2013 Jaguar XF been recalled?
12 U.S. safety recalls. Repairs are free at a franchised dealer; some are done over the air.
Air Bags: Frontal: Passenger Side: Inflator Module Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2013 Jaguar XF vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Unless included in "Zone A" above, Jaguar is recalling certain 2010 Jaguar XF vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Unless included in Zone A and Zone B above, Jaguar is recalling certain 2009 MY Jaguar XF vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assemblies, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J071.
Air Bags: Frontal: Passenger Side: Inflator Module Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Unless included in "Zone A" above, Jaguar is also recalling certain 2011-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Unless included in Zone A and Zone B above, Jaguar is also recalling certain 2010-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018. Owners may contact 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J072.
Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery: Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles manufactured May 22, 2013, to June 15, 2015 and equipped with 2.0L GTDi engines. The affected vehicles may have insufficient clearance between the underfloor fuel delivery lines and the under shield and body allowing the fuel lines to chafe, possibly resulting in a fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel line for abrasions, replacing it as necessary and install additional clips, free of charge. Parts are not yet available and second notice will be sent when parts are available. The recall is expected to begin January 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J077.
Steering: Hydraulic Power Assist System Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles manufactured May 16, 2012, to June 15, 2015 and equipped with 2.0L GTDi engines. The retaining bolt for the Front End Auxiliary Drive (FEAD) idler pulley on the engine may fail resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Risk: A loss of power steering assist may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FEAD pulley assembly, free of charge. Owners were sent interim notifications on May 28, 2016. This recall began July 1, 2016. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J061.
Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery: Fuel Pump Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013 XF vehicles manufactured September 11, 2012, to October 8, 2012. The electronic modules which control the fuel pump may shut down causing the fuel pump to stop pumping fuel.
Risk: The fuel pump shutdown will result in the vehicle stalling. The vehicle would also lose power-assisted braking and power-assisted steering. Any of these conditions may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and install if necessary, an additional wiring harness to the in-tank fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 23, 2015. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J051.
Steering: Hydraulic Power Assist: Hose, Piping, And Connections Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 XF (XFR-S) vehicles manufactured July 2, 2013, to April 11, 2014. A component within the Power Assist Steering system (PAS) may collapse and restrict fluid flow within the PAS hose causing a loss of power steering.
Risk: The reduction of power steering assist can increase the steering effort needed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will install an improved PAS hose, free of charge. the recall began on August 6, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J042.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Fluid Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 XF vehicles manufactured October 18, 2012, through February 25, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the right-hand rear brake pipe may wear against a bracket located on the rear sub frame. This condition may cause the brake pipe to wear through and leak brake fluid.
Risk: Leaking brake fluid can lengthen braking distance and increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake pipe for signs of wear, maninpulate the bracket on the rear sub frame, and inspect and replace the rear brake pipes if wear is visible, free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-855-524-8278. Jaguar's number for this recall is J036.
Suspension: Rear Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 XJ, XF and XK vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the toe links, components used to control the alignment of the rear wheels, can separate from the rear sub-frame.
Risk: If a toe link separates from the rear sub-frame, a loss of vehicle stability and directional control may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Jaguar notified owners on May 8, 2014, and dealers will replace the nut and washer assembly on the rear toe links, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin around May 27, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-855-524-8278. Jaguar's number for this recall is J037.
Engine And Engine Cooling Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013 and 2014 XF 2.0L GTDi vehicles manufactured May 2013 through October 2013. The hose clamp for the Charge Air Cooler (CAC) hose may be out of position and loose, allowing the hose to detach.
Risk: If the CAC hose detaches, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, steering and brake assistance may be lost further increasing the risk.
Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the CAC hose to make sure its clamp is in the correct position and tight, free of charge. The recall is scheduled to begin in late May 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's recall number is J034. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 13V-341.
Equipment: Other: Labels Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013 XF and XJ vehicles manufactured March 26, 2013, through April 10, 2013. In these vehicles, the certification label that is intended to specify the required Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front, Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear, the manufacture date and country of manufacture is absent. Thus, the vehicles do not conform to Part 567, "Certification."
Risk: If the certification label does not specify all the necessary information or the vehicle weight range could result in the vehicle being overloaded and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Jaguar will notify owners and dealers will re-acquire and will provide a replacement vehicle or a full refund of the purchase, free of charge. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-855-524-8278. Jaguar's number associated with this recall is J039.
Engine And Engine Cooling Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013 XF 2.0L GTDi vehicles manufactured July 2012 through May 2013. The hose clamp for the Charge Air Cooler (CAC) hose may be out of position and loose, allowing the hose to detach.
Risk: If the CAC hose detaches, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, steering and brake assistance may be lost further increasing the risk.
Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the CAC hose to make sure its clamp is in the correct position and tight, free of charge. The recall began on September 20, 2013. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's recall number is J034.
Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery: Fuel Pump Jaguar Land Rover is recalling certain model year 2013 XF vehicles manufactured October 3, 2012, through October 12, 2012 and equipped with a gasoline engine. The electronic modules which control the fuel pump may shut down causing the fuel pump to stop pumping fuel. The resulting fuel starvation will cause the engine to stall.
Risk: An engine stall without warning while driving may lead to a loss of motive power, a loss of power-assisted braking and a loss of power-assisted steering. Each of these conditions may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Jaguar Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional wiring harness to the in-tank fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began on January 24, 2013. Owners may contact Jaguar Land Rover at 1-800-452-4827.
Is the 2013 Jaguar XF 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 DVSASide curtain airbag may not deploy
Risk: The electrical harness from the Restraints Control Module (RCM) to side crash sensors has been incorrectly orientated. The RCM signal wire for the right hand C Pillar impact sensor is wired to the left hand C Pillar impact sensor and vice versa. In the event of a collision requiring the Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) to deploy the curtain airbags they may not deploy or deploy later than design intent which can lead to increased injuries to the rear outboard seat occupant.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and repair the harness to change the wiring at the RCM connector.
UK DVSAFuel may leak / risk of fire
Risk: It has been identified that the fuel delivery line/pipe may not have been installed to the correct specification. This could result in the incorrect tolerance between the fuel line/pipe and the vehicle under shield and the body. This can result in a chaffing condition and fuel leak. This will be highlighted to the driver by either a smell of fuel or pooling of fuel under the vehicle.
Fix: Recall the affected vehicles to inspect the clearance between the under shield and the body and carry out remedial work as required which may only be the fitment of additional retaining clips or the replacement of any damaged fuel line/pipe.
UK DVSAPossible loss of steering assistance
Risk: The auxiliary drive belt pulley retainer may fail and cause loss of drive to auxiliary items including the water pump and power steering pump. This may cause an engine management lamp to illuminate engine overheating or a reduction in steering assistance though steering control will be maintained.
Fix: On affected vehicles replace auxiliary belt idler pulley and retainer.
UK DVSADriver's front airbag may fail to deploy correctly
Risk: Due to incorrect assembly the driver's airbag may not fully deploy during certain high speed collision conditions.
Fix: On affected vehicles replace driver's airbag
UK DVSAVehicle may cut out
Risk: A fault could cause the fuel tank fuel pump to stop working. This will cause fuel starvation to the engine and will result in the engine cutting out without warning.
Fix: Fitting of an overlay wiring harness. The overlay wiring harness reconfigures the electrical distribution to the FPDM to utilize a relay to supply the fuel pump power feed. The relay is not affected by the in rush current drawn by the fuel pump and so ensures robust operation.
UK DVSABraking efficiency may be affected
Risk: It has been identified that the right hand rear brake pipe can suffer a dynamic fouling condition on a redundant bracket on the rear subframe. If not corrected this can eventually result in the pipe wearing through. This condition will result in loss of brake fluid which will illuminate a warning light on the instrument panel. However there is the possibility of the reduction of braking effluence due to the loss of one brake circuit and possible instability of the vehicle.
Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to check the brake pipe and manipulate the redundant bracket on the rear subframe. If the brake pipe is found to be damaged then the brake pipe will be replaced.
UK DVSADirectional control may be compromised
Risk: A concern has been identified where in the event of prolonged aggressive driving it is possible that the rear toe link will separate from the rear sub-frame. In this event vehicle stability will be compromised and degree of directional control minimised which increases the risk of an accident.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the nut and washer assembly on the rear toe link with components of revised design.
UK DVSAFire may occur
Risk: It is possible that a leak can occur between the injector spill rail connection and the plastic fuel return pipe. This can cause leakage of fuel which can either pool on the engine cylinder head and then become deposited onto the road surface where it could cause a skid risk to other motorist or if the fuel comes into contact with extremely hot engine components an exhaust manifold for instance it is possible that an under bonnet fire could ensue.
Fix: Recall all affected vehicles inspect the fuel spill rail/return pipe and if required replace the spill rail with a new modified rail.
UK DVSAEngine may cut out
Risk: It has been established that the Charge Air Cooler (CAC) hoses and resonator pipe have not been assembled to the correct specification. It is therefore possible that under certain conditions the CAC hose can detach from the resonator. This could result in the engine cutting out and possible loss of vacuum assistance for the brake servo.
Fix: Recall the affected vehicle and rectify the issue.
UK DVSAEngine may cut out
Risk: A fault could cause the fuel tank fuel pump to stop working. This will cause fuel starvation to the engine and will result in the engine cutting out without warning.
Fix: Fitting of an overlay wiring harness. The overlay wiring harness reconfigures the electrical distribution to the FPDM to utilize a relay to supply the fuel pump power feed. The relay is not affected by the in rush current drawn by the fuel pump and so ensures robust operation.
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 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 GateThe material of the passenger airbag inflator may degrade over time.If deployed, the airbag can be ruptured and metal fragments can pass through the airbag, causing injury to occupants.
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: 20/09/2022
EU Safety GateDue to incorrect wiring at the RCM (Restraints control module) connector the curtain airbag may not deploy if a vehicle collision occurs,…Due to incorrect wiring at the RCM (Restraints control module) connector the curtain airbag may not deploy if a vehicle collision occurs, increasing the risk of injuries to vehicle occupants.
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: 28/06/2017
EU Safety GateThere is insufficient clearance between the underfloor fuel delivery lines and the vehicle under shield body, leading to a chafe condition.As a result, fuel might leak and in the presence of an ignition source lead to a fire. In addition, fuel leakage during vehicle use could cause the engine to cut out with minimal warning, potentially causing 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: 27/10/2016
EU Safety GateDue to a problem linked with the electronics, the engine may cut out without any detectable warning signs.This could potentially cause 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: Unknown
EU Safety GateIf the vehicle is involved in a high speed crash that triggers the second stage deployment of the driver frontal airbag, the second stage…If the vehicle is involved in a high speed crash that triggers the second stage deployment of the driver frontal airbag, the second stage of the airbag will not deploy properly for this crash condition. This increases the risk of injury to the driver, particularly unbelted drivers.
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: 18/04/2016
EU Safety GateA fault with the fuel pump driver module can cause the fuel pump to stop thereby starving the vehicle of fuel.As a result the vehicle will cut out without warning.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Other; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: 12/02/2015
EU Safety GateIf the front end accessory drive belt or steering pump becomes loose or detaches, the vehicle may lose power.Years estimatedThis will lead to difficulty in steering and could increase the risk of a road accident. If the battery cable fixing is loose, arching may occur and this could increase the risk of a fire under the bonnet.Incidents reported.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Other; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: 23/10/2014
EU Safety GateThe right-hand rear brake pipe may foul on a redundant bracket on the rear subframe.Years estimatedThis can result in the brake pipe wearing through and leaking brake fluid. This may result in the loss of one brake circuit and instability of the car.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Other; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: 29/05/2014
EU Safety GateThe Charge Air Cooler (CAC) hose may detach from the charge air cooler resonator when the CAC assembly is subjected to high boost…Years estimatedThe Charge Air Cooler (CAC) hose may detach from the charge air cooler resonator when the CAC assembly is subjected to high boost pressures, for example during vehicle acceleration. This may cause the engine to cut out without warning and not re-start. One accident reported.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Other; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: 01/08/2013
EU Safety GateDiesel fuel can leak from the engine and pool in the cylinder head injector recess.Years estimatedIf there is a sufficient volume of fuel in the recess, it is possible for the fuel to run onto the exhaust system which could lead to the risk of a fire. The fuel may also run on to the cylinder block and subsequently onto the ground presenting a skid hazard to other road users and increasing the risk of a crash.One vehicle fire reported.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Other; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: 01/08/2013
How often does the 2013 Jaguar XF 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 2013, 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 2013 Jaguar XF owners report?
12 of the 35 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.
Hard steering and fuel leaking from under the car on the passenger side.
I own the car and have had it for 3 years well maintenance but I notice when I pump gas it doesn’t want to go water leak in the the car when it rain and the fuel g lm from the gas tank leaks and you can smell gas strongly
The contact owns a 2013 Jaguar XF. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle was losing motive power. The contact stated that the drive(D) started flashing RED on the console by the shift selector and on the instrument cluster. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was also flashing. The contact pulled over, and stopped the vehicle, but had not turned the engine off. The contact shifted to park(P) and then shifted back to drive(D) and was able to resume normal driving. The contact stated that the failure had reoccurred. The vehicle was not taken to a…
To the best of my ability id like to explain why my car does not operate . i have taken my car to two jaguar dealership and have talked to Rocco' s European car repair shop as well and the all say that what is defective with my car is the central junction box. When I asked them all as to why this does not function they all said its a known problem with the car specifically due to "water ingress" leaking from the windshield wiper pump and on to the underside of the Central junction box and my wires are corroded and cause electrical failure as the say water and electricity are not a safe…
The car employs a start/stop system to shut the engine when stopped. When it restarts the engine, the idle speed drops to about 400 RPM (half normal idle) and surges when it recovers. It has also stalled several times. I've asked the dealership to fix this, but when at the dealer, the system would not shut the engine so they have not verified the issue. The first safety issue happens if the driver is not expecting the surge resulting in sudden acceleration. The second issue happened when the car stalled at an intersection with other cars trying to get by. This has happened many times since I…
LOUD POPPING NOISE FOLLOWED BY LOW COOLANT MESSAGE FLASHING AND WHITE SMOKE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND STEERING BECAME DIFFICULT WHILE DRIVING UNTIL VEHICLE REFUSED TO GO AS I TRIED TO PULL INTO A GAS STATION THE VEHICLE BECAME DISABLED, AND CAUSED A SINGLE VEHICLE CRASH, AND THE BUMPER AND DRIVER HEAD LIGHT WHICH I JUST PAID TO REPAIR IS NO GOOD AS A RESULT, AND POLICE HAD TO USE THEIR PATROL CARS IN ORDER TO PUSH ME OUT OF THE MIDDLE OF A BUSY INTERSECTION (TOOK ABOUT 15 MINS FOR RESPONSE) HAD TO WAIT 5AND A HALF HOURS TO HAVE THE VEHICLE TOWED HOME, VEHICLE DOES NOT RE START. VEHICLE HAD 7…
There have been constant issues with this vehicle. The car has a strong odor of gasoline when driven. No alarms or indicators tells me that there is a problem. There have been safety recalls on this particular model that have the exact same issues but when checked my vin number is not listed. This needs to be investigated because I believe that this is an continuance of the same issues that has affected the 2013 XF Jaguars.
2013 JAGUAR XF GEAR SELECT KNOB WONT RISE. WAS DRIVING LIKE NORMAL, ARRIVED AT WORK, PARKED THE VEHICLE, AND TURNED OFF THE VEHICLE. GEAR SELECTOR TUCKED AWAY, HOWEVER WHEN THE IGNITION WAS ATTEMPTED TO BE STARTED AGAIN, THE GEAR SELECT KNOB WILL NOT RISE.
DRIVING JAGUAR XF AND HOOD BONNET OPENED AT 45 MILES AN HOUR ON ITS OWN. DESTROYED WINDS SHIELD AND THE BODY AROUND THE WINDSHIELD CAUSING ALMOST 2 ACCIDENTS EMOTIONAL STRESS AND THE INCONVENIENCE OF NOT HAVING A CAR TO GET TO MY PROMOTION MEETING. PULLING UP ON A HIGHWAY. THE HARLINGEN COPS WERE CALLED MADE IT TO MY HOME AND THE COP MADE NO NOTES AND JUST GAVE US A INCIDENT NUMBER. THERE WAS A RECALL FOR AIRBAGS ON THIS CAR ALSO AFTER THIS HAPPENED ALL MOTORISTS WENT HAYWIRE AND DISPLAY STARTED GOING OFF AND SAYING EVERY SENSOR WAS WRONG.
JAGUAR SF. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO TAKATA PASSENGER AIRBAG SAFETY RECALL. *LD *TR
MY VEHICLE ROLLED BACK ABOUT 3 FEET WHILE IT WAS IDLING IN MY DRIVEWAY
I BOUGHT A NEW USED CAR IN LA ON SEPT 14 2014. WHEN I DROVE BACK TO SF ON NO5 HIGHWAY ON SEPT 15 2014 ABOUT 1 AM .THE BACK LEFT WHEEL STARTED CAUGHT FIRE WHEN I WAS DRIVING NORMALLY. *TR
2013 Jaguar XF: questions owners ask
Is the 2013 Jaguar XF reliable?
NHTSA data alone cannot rate reliability, but it shows what owners reported. Owners filed 35 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Jaguar XF; the most common categories were engine (10, 28.6%), fuel/propulsion system (7, 20%), air bags (5, 14.3%). There are 12 safety recalls. 3 complaints mention a crash, 1 mentions a fire, 2 injuries were reported.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Jaguar XF?
Across 35 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the categories mentioned most often are engine (28.6% of complaints), fuel/propulsion system (20% of complaints), air bags (14.3% of complaints), power train (14.3% of complaints), electrical system (11.4% of complaints). One complaint can name several components.
Does the 2013 Jaguar XF have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 12 recalls for the 2013 Jaguar XF; the most recent (campaign 18V009000, 2018-01-08) concerns Air Bags: Frontal: Passenger Side: Inflator Module. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Why does my 2013 Jaguar XF stall, lose power or shut off while driving?
7 of the 35 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2013 Jaguar XF (20%) describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. 3 related recalls exist: campaign 16V137000 (steering: hydraulic power assist system). The fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FEAD pulley assembly, free of charge. One owner wrote: "I was driving near fm 1960, my steering was very stiff and the car turned off while driving. i had it towed across town to my moms house which was closer than my home." (NHTSA complaint 11290958, December 2019). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Why is the check engine light on in my 2013 Jaguar XF?
5 of the 35 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2013 Jaguar XF (14.3%) describe the check engine light coming on. One owner wrote: "The vehicle lost power on freeway, lost power to power steering, felt sluggish (no fuel) when i pressed accelerator, could not accelerate above 35 mph. had to stop car on side of road." (NHTSA complaint 11287758, December 2019). 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.
Why does my 2013 Jaguar XF overheat?
3 of the 35 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2013 Jaguar XF (8.6%) describe the engine overheating or coolant loss. One owner wrote: "2103 jaguar xf awd failure of jaguar oem 13-18 xj 3.0l-v6 radiator-water pipe c2z31644 caused the engine to overheat and stop on a busy highway. this item is know to fail due to poor quality and/or design." (NHTSA complaint 11269419, October 2019). 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 XF
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 2013 only.