- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- An air bag that tears on deployment can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2018 Jaguar F-TYPE Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 8 complaints about the 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE with NHTSA, most often about the lights (3) and the electrical system (3). Those complaints describe 1 fire. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in July 2021 for the frontal. For comparison, the 2017 has 2 and the 2019 has 4.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical F-TYPE year, for its age
#203 most complained-about 2018 vehicle
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE problems
Share of all 8 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2018 Jaguar F-TYPE recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- 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.
- The problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE vehicles equipped with Highline headlamps. If a front turn signal indicator stops working, the visual and audible turn signal reminders do not flash or chime faster as required. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
- The risk
- Without the change to the flash and chime rate, the driver may not know that a turn signal is not working. If the turn signal is not working, other drivers will not be aware that the vehicle is turning, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software, free of charge. The recall began on July 12, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H026.
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8 complaints about the 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
I was almost hit by a car in parking lot and other driver stated that I didn't have my directional on. This has happened on the highway stop lights which accounts for people honking at me when crossing roadway during a turn onto another road. I checked and found the light wasn't working for turn signal. I then contacted dealer to replace what I'm told is the entire headlight unit. Apprently they indicated an issue over the years with known DRL blowing out and the turning signal on headlight doesn't work . I researched and found this was an issue with people over the 2017-2019 years. To make it worse its a 5k repair job so no wonder a recall was never done by JLR motors.
The drivers side DRL has a "J" Blade that its lit while driving day or night (DRL) This "J" Blade on the driver's side is dim, and it effects the turn signal causing in my and several thousand owners with the same issue a very safety issue. JLR Jaguar Land Rover North America will NOT address this safety issue and refuses to correct the problem. To replace the light assembly will cost in excess of $6,000.00 This is again, a safety issue and its is a manufacturer defect There are several thousand folks out there with this F-Type Jaguar DRL Failure.
The drivers side DRL has a "J" Blade that its lit while driving day or night (DRL) This "J" Blade on the driver's side is dim, and it effects the turn signal causin in my and several thousand owners with the same isse a very safety issue. JLR Jaguar Land Rover North America willNOT address this safety isse and refuses to correct the problem To replace the light asembl;y will cost in excess of $6,000.00 This is again, a safety issue and its is a manufacturer difect There are several thousand folks out there with this Jaguar F TYPE issue There is also a FB page with several thousand folks that are complaining about it (F-Type Jaguar DRL Failure Victims) Thank you
My Car on Fire at the gas station
Rear differential leaks and failure leading to loss of vehicle control.
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 .
There are two holes in the bottom of the truck (in the exhaust area) that could leak exhaust into the occupant compartment.
Vehicle delivered to customer with battery not secure (this battery is located in the trunk, behind occupants)
Jaguar F-TYPE: every year compared
All F-TYPE years2018 Jaguar F-TYPE vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE | 8 | 3 | D | |
| 2018 Jaguar F-PACE | 47 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2018 Jaguar XE | 8 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2018 Jaguar XF | 2 | 3 | A | Compare |
| 2018 Jaguar XJ (LWB) | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2018 Jaguar XJ (SWB) | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE
Does the 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE: frontal (July 2021); fuel rail (February 2018); turn signal (May 2017). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the lights (3), electrical system (3), fuel system (2).
How many complaints has the 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE had?
8 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on May 2, 2018 and the latest on October 1, 2026. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 31 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Jaguar F-TYPE year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Jaguar F-TYPE years have the most complaints?
2016 (11), 2018 (8), 2015 (6). See every Jaguar F-TYPE year compared.
What should I do if my 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data