Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2018 Jaguar XF. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Frontal Air Bags may not Deploy Properly
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- In the event of a crash, the driver and the front seat passenger may not be properly protected by the frontal air bags, increasing their risk of injury.
- 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. Jaguar's number for this recall is H090.
Fuel Leak in Engine Compartment
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
- 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.
Instrument Cluster Will Go Blank
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- A blank instrument cluster will not show important information like vehicle speed, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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. Jaguar's number for this recall is H056.
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Owner complaints (2)
2 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The structure is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 1 | 50% |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 50% |
How 2018 compares with other XF years
Best and worst XF years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 38 | 5 |
| 2013 | 34 | 12 |
| 2014 | 11 | 7 |
| 2015 | 19 | 5 |
| 2016 | 5 | 0 |
| 2017 | 5 | 2 |
| 2018 | 2 | 3 |
| 2022 | 2 | 1 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 35 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,750
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 289 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 35 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 31 / 42 / 35 | $2,750 | 289 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 30 / 40 / 34 | $2,800 | 299 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 25 / 34 / 28 | $2,950 | 312 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 23 / 33 / 27 | $3,050 | 333 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 23 / 31 / 26 | $3,150 | 335 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 31 / 25 | $3,300 | 349 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 29 / 23 | $3,550 | 377 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 20 / 28 / 23 | $3,550 | 390 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 21 | $3,900 | 428 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2018 XF for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2018 Jaguar XF FAQ
How many recalls does the 2018 Jaguar XF have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 18V112000 (air bag), 18V090000 (fuel system), 17V678000 (electrical). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2018 Jaguar XF problems?
Owners filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. Structure (1), Vehicle speed control (1) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2018 Jaguar XF get?
EPA rates the 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 31 city, 42 highway and 35 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2018 XF compare with other years?
Among the 2012–2018 Jaguar XF model years at least five years old, the 2018 drew the fewest complaints (2) and the 2012 the most (38). The 2018 drew 2. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.