Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2013 Jaguar XJ. 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 ↗Control Module Calibration Software/FMVSS 208
- Summary
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013 Jaguar XJ vehicles manufactured May 21, 2012, through July 10, 2012. The generic software calibration installed on the vehicles' Restraints Control Module (RCM) may not meet the specification for proper operation of the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). As such, these vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Consequence
- Vehicles that have the generic software may put the occupants at an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Remedy
- Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will upload new software for the Restraints Control Module, free of charge. The recall began on July 8, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-855-524-8278. Jaguar's number for this recall is J040.
Rear Wheel Alignment Linkage Mounting Hardware
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
Missing Certification Label/FMVSS 567
- Summary
- 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."
- Consequence
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
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Owner complaints (8)
8 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The engine is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 25% |
| Power train | 2 | 25% |
| Electrical system | 1 | 12.5% |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 12.5% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 12.5% |
| Service brakes | 1 | 12.5% |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 12.5% |
| Wheels | 1 | 12.5% |
How 2013 compares with other XJ years
Best and worst XJ years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 4 | 1 |
| 2008 | 7 | 0 |
| 2011 | 18 | 3 |
| 2012 | 7 | 0 |
| 2013 | 8 | 3 |
| 2014 | 12 | 2 |
| 2015 | 7 | 3 |
| 2016 | 8 | 2 |
| 2017 | 2 | 3 |
| 2018 | 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 21 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,900
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 423 g/mi
- EPA class
- Large Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 27 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 27 / 20 | $4,100 | 443 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 24 / 19 | $4,350 | 468 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 24 / 19 | $4,350 | 470 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 24 / 19 | $4,350 | 475 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 23 / 18 | $4,550 | 503 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 23 / 18 | $4,550 | 503 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 23 / 18 | $4,550 | 503 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2013 XJ 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
2013 Jaguar XJ FAQ
How many recalls does the 2013 Jaguar XJ have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 14V292000 (electrical), 14V157000 (suspension), 14V123000 (equipment). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2013 Jaguar XJ problems?
Owners filed 8 complaints with NHTSA. Engine (2), Power train (2), Electrical system (1) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2013 Jaguar XJ get?
EPA rates the 3 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 18 city, 27 highway and 21 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2013 XJ compare with other years?
Among the 2007–2018 Jaguar XJ model years at least five years old, the 2018 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2011 the most (18). The 2013 drew 8. 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.