Jaguar Land Rover North America LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 F-TYPE vehicles manufactured August 31, 2012, to October 22, 2014. In the affected vehicles the seatbelt harness connector which connects the Seatbelt Tension Sensor (STS)...
Electrical system
Jaguar F-TYPE Electrical problems by year
11 complaints filed with NHTSA about the Jaguar F-TYPE's electrical system. Dead batteries, warning lights, wiring, alternators, infotainment and electronic module failures.
Electrical complaints by model year
Electrical recalls
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2015 F-TYPE vehicles manufactured August 25, 2014, to September 12, 2014, 2015 XF vehicles manufactured September 3, 2014, to September 12, 2014, and 2015 XJ vehicles manufactured August 21...
Latest F-TYPE electrical complaints
Symptoms of failure was present prior to complete failure. At highway speed, vehicle sometimes resisted steering input. At 20-30mph, steering wanders side to side and fights my steering inputs. When complete failure occurred, steering became difficult at low speed, parking situations. No warning or error message on dash. Vehicle was towed to dealer where they determined the electric motor on the steering rack suffered an internal failure. When disconnected from power, the steering rack was smooth, albeit...
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unassisted. When connected to power, the steering rack was stiff and difficult to turn. It was determined that the electric motor resisted steering input rather than assist. Steering racks used by a range of Jaguar Land Rover products in this period also suffered similar internal failures.
Rear back up camera does not work. Vehicle displays 'Rear Camera System Fault' message. No image on screen when reverse gear selected.
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.
I have been encountering a persistent issue with the engine, which exhibits symptoms of underperformance, occasionally necessitating a complete stop. Additionally, the ABS warning light activates intermittently without providing any diagnostic codes before subsequently disappearing. A recent diagnostic check identified several minor concerns. I've also observed a degradation in the vehicle's handling characteristics, paired with a "Stability Control No Longer Available" warning message. I have ruled out a...
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fuse-related issue, as all fuses have been assessed and found to be functional. Furthermore, my vehicle seems subject to additional recall considerations. Reports of stability control failures have emerged in various Jaguar models, including the F-Type, typically attributable to sensor failures or malfunctions within the electronic control module. Common culprits for these stability control issues include faulty wheel speed sensors or problems with the ABS control module. Such malfunctions frequently trigger warning lights, suggesting compromised efficiency in the stability control system and its associated subsystems. This instability resulted in me temporarily losing control of the vehicle, culminating in a 180-degree spin and subsequent collision. Reports online: AI Overview Reports of stability control system failures in certain Jaguar models, including the F-Type, stemming from faulty wheel speed sensors or ABS control module issues, could potentially increase the risk of an accident. Here's why: Compromised Stability and Traction: The stability control system (DSC in Jaguar) helps maintain vehicle stability by detecting and mitigating loss of traction or skidding by adjusting engine power and applying brakes to individual wheels. When it malfunctions, you may experience difficulty maintaining control, especially during sharp turns, evasive maneuvers, or on slippery surfaces, potentially leading to skidding and loss of control.
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
What component or system failed, and is it available for inspection upon request? The following component failures occurred in my 2020 Jaguar F-PACE (VIN [[redacted]] ): Electrical System - Driver-side wiring harness short circuits near the footwell, disabling door locks/window controls. Cooling System - Bleed pipe and expansion tank coolant leaks triggering low-fluid warnings. Battery System - Energy control module failure causing recurrent low-battery alerts. Braking System - Front/rear linings worn to 3mm/2mm,...
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below SAE J866 safety thresholds. The vehicle remains available for NHTSA inspection at your request. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Electrical: Exposed wiring poses fire hazards (violating FMVSS 305), while inoperative door controls risk occupant entrapment (FMVSS 208). Brakes: Worn linings impair stopping distances (FMVSS 135), increasing collision risks. Cooling: Repeated coolant loss risks sudden engine overheating and highway breakdowns. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Jaguar-certified technicians at authorized dealerships confirmed the electrical, cooling, and battery failures during repairs in October-November 2024. The brake wear was documented but deemed "within tolerance" despite sub-spec measurements. Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives, or others? Only Jaguar's manufacturer-authorized dealers inspected the vehicle. No police, insurance, or third-party assessments occurred. Were there any warning lamps, messages, or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? Yes, the issues were preceded by multiple warning messages, including "low battery charge" warnings related to the electrical system, a low coolant warning due to the cooling system failure, and an SOS system limited notification. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Found recall concerning passenger air bag on nhtsa website. Dealer says there is no fix for it yet, and it will take months for them to come up with a fix. So the car just sits in my garage while I keep making loan payments, it's unsafe to drive and dealer won't do anything. Last year also had problems with airbag, in that case - the driver's one. Delaer fixed it, just over a year since then the airbag light on dash came on again, dealer refuses to fix, says they only guarantee repairs for 12 months and wants to...
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charge for same parts and labor again. So pretty much both airbags in the car are bad and dealer refuses to take responsibility. Tpms sensor malfunction warning comes on and off all the time - this issue was also supposedly fixed by dealer, they say they can't track the problem and can do nothing more to help. I want a reliable and safe car to drive, clearly this can't be said about jaguars, moreover - dealer is very incompetent, they don't know their own cars and incapable of fixing these cars' constantly reoccurring problems. I don't know what to do!
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 jaguar f-type. The contact stated that there was a sticky residue on the steering wheel and near the control panel on the driver's side, which affected the ability to use the function control buttons. The contact stated that jaguar honolulu (888 kapiolani blvd, honolulu, hi 96813, (808) 592-5108) indicated that the vehicle was out of warranty and needed to be diagnosed. The dealer provided a 9-page extensive estimate and indicated that the title was salvaged. The vehicle was not...
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repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and indicated that a warranty would not cover the repair. There was no recall associated with the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 9,500.
Vehicle delivered to customer with battery not secure (this battery is located in the trunk, behind occupants)
Car shut down while in toll booth. Would not recognize key everything went black on dash. Could not get out of car due to toll barriers. Then about 30 sec later message came on dash that needed to move key fob closer - I do not remember exact wording. I took key out of my right front pocket and wave it over start button. Was able to then start car. While driving home passenger air bag warning sensor came on and remained on the remainder of the time until I got home (about 40 minute drive. There was an adult in the passenger seat.
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...
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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.
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