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Jaguar F-type problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every F-type from 2014 to 2022: 36 owner complaints and 18 recalls across 9 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2016 (11), 2018 (8), 2015 (6). Best fuel economy: 26 mpg combined (2021).

Jaguar F-type
Photo: Calreyn88 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Electrical11
Engine11
Transmission & drivetrain7
Fuel & propulsion6
Exterior lights5
Other / unknown4
Body & structure3
Stability control3

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
20142223
20153623
201611122
20172223
20183826
20192326
20202426
20211026
20222019

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Jaguar F-type?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2016 (11), 2018 (8), 2015 (6).

How many recalls has the Jaguar F-type had?

Across 2014–2022, NHTSA lists 18 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).