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2011 Jaguar Xf: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 2011 Jaguar Xf: 4 recalls, 80 owner complaints and up to 19 mpg combined.

4vehicle recalls
80owner complaints
2mention a crash
19best combined mpg
2011 Jaguar Xf
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Recalls

4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.

Fuel system, Fuel system Vehicle recall #12V521000 · 2012 · 4,195 vehicles

What's wrong: 0l gasoline engine. The affected vehicles May have a fuel tank fuel outlet flange that May crack.

Why it matters: The cracked flange May result in fuel leakage onto the ground. This leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, May result in a vehicle fire.

The fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected fuel tank fuel outlet flanges, free of charge. The recall began on December 20, 2012.

Airbags Vehicle recall #16V229000 · 2016 · 5 vehicles

What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the driver frontal air bags May be missing a chemical enhancer required for the second stage deployment, resulting in the second stage deploying improperly in certain crashes.

Why it matters: An air bag that inflates improperly increases the risk of injury.

The fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on May 5, 2016.

Airbags Vehicle recall #16V373000 · 2016 · 20,107 vehicles

What's wrong: S. Virgin islands. Vehicles not originally sold or ever registered in these states are not subject to this safety recall. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators May rupture due to propellant…

Why it matters: An inflator rupture May result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

The fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assemblies, free of charge. The recall began March 2017.

Airbags Vehicle recall #18V010000 · 2018 · 16,532 vehicles

What's wrong: S. Virgin islands, or "zone a." unless included in "zone a" above, Jaguar is also recalling certain 2011-2015 Jaguar xf vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in arizona, arkansas, delaware, district of columbia, illinois, indiana, kansas, kentucky, maryland, missouri, nebraska, nevada, new jersey, new mexico, north carolina, ohio, oklahoma, pennsylvania, tennessee, virginia, and west virginia, or "zone b."…

Why it matters: An inflator explosion May result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

The fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018.

Most-reported problems

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 5 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.

Airbags23
Fuel & propulsion23
Fuel system11
Engine9
Other / unknown7
Brakes5
Speed control / throttle4
Electrical4

What owners describe

The 2011 Jaguar Xf has 80 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 14 Xf model years for complaints (2.8× the average Xf year). Complaints peaked in 2017 (16 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 68,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2010 (106 complaints, 10 recalls), 2012 (38 complaints, 5 recalls).

Engines & fuel economy (EPA)

EngineTransmissionDriveCityHwyComb.Fuel
5.0 L 8-cylAutomatic (S6)Rear-Wheel Drive162319Premium
5.0 L 8-cylAutomatic (S6)Rear-Wheel Drive152117Premium

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FAQ

Does the 2011 Jaguar Xf have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2011 Jaguar Xf. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common 2011 Jaguar Xf problems?

Owners have filed 80 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (23), fuel & propulsion (23), fuel system (11).

What gas mileage does the 2011 Jaguar Xf get?

EPA ratings run up to 19 mpg combined (5.0 L, Automatic (S6)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.

Where can I get a 2011 Jaguar Xf repair manual?

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