NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 2 owner complaints for the 2018 Jaguar XF. Most complaints involve vehicle speed control (1) and structure (1). The EPA rates it 21–35 mpg combined.
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.
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.
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.
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
“The contact owns a 2018 Jaguar XF. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65-70 mph on the highway, the gear fault indicator light illuminated. The transaxle fractured and the vehicle failed to accelerate. The contact was able to move to the shoulder. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the local dealer. The approximate failure mileage was 87, 827.”
“The rear left hand door will not close fully or lock. The door is ajar. The door could open at any time, and during an accident, since it is not latched, would produce results unlike the approved tested vehicle. This is the second time the latch has failed in less than 6 months and will leave the vehicle unsafe to drive. The vehicle has less than 16,000 miles and is stored inside. There is an indicator on the dash showing the door is not closed.”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XF Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Diesel, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 31 | 42 | 35 | $2,700 | 289 |
| XF AWD Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Diesel, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 30 | 40 | 34 | $2,750 | 299 |
| XF Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 25 | 34 | 28 | $2,850 | 312 |
| XF AWD Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 23 | 33 | 27 | $2,950 | 333 |
| XF (296 Hp) Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 23 | 31 | 26 | $3,050 | 335 |
| XF AWD (296 Hp) Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 25 | $3,200 | 349 |
| XF Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Sup Charg · Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 29 | 23 | $3,450 | 377 |
| XF AWD Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Sup Charg · All-Wheel Drive | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,450 | 390 |
| XF Sportbrake AWD Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Sup Charg · All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,800 | 428 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
3 safety recalls as of Oct 29, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
Owners filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are vehicle speed control (1), structure (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2018 Jaguar XF at 21–35 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (9 versions rated).