2015 JAGUAR XF — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
32
Owner Complaints
5
Recalls
60
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2015 JAGUAR XF
The 2015 JAGUAR XF has received a total of 32 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 6 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS, STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM. 60 technical service bulletins have been issued by Jaguar Cars, Ltd. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (5 complaints), Fuelpropulsion System (4 complaints), and Electrical System (3 complaints).
Recalls for the 2015 JAGUAR XF
NHTSA has recorded 6 recalls for the 2015 JAGUAR XF, potentially affecting up to 29,100 vehicles.
Recall 18V010000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
| 16,532 vehicles affected
Defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Unless included in "Zone A" above, Jaguar is also recalling certain 2011-2015...
Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018. Owners may contact 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J072.
View full details →Recall 16V796000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
| 5,081 vehicles affected
Defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles manufactured May 22, 2013, to June 15, 2015 and equipped with 2.0L GTDi engines. The affected vehicles may have insufficient clearance between the underfloor fuel delivery lines and the under shield and body allowing the fuel lines to chafe, possibly resulting in a fuel...
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel line for abrasions, replacing it as necessary and install additional clips, free of charge. Parts are not yet available and second notice will be sent when parts are available. The...
View full details →Recall 16V137000 — STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
| 6,938 vehicles affected
Defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles manufactured May 16, 2012, to June 15, 2015 and equipped with 2.0L GTDi engines. The retaining bolt for the Front End Auxiliary Drive (FEAD) idler pulley on the engine may fail resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Consequence: A loss of power steering assist may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FEAD pulley assembly, free of charge. Owners were sent interim notifications on May 28, 2016. This recall began July 1, 2016. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number...
View full details →Recall 16V229000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
| 5 vehicles affected
Defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2009, 2011, 2012 and 2015 XF vehicles manufactured February 6, 2008 to October 20, 2014. 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.
Consequence: An air bag that inflates improperly increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on May 5, 2016. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J065.
View full details →Recall 14V673000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
| 272 vehicles affected
Defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2015 F-TYPE vehicles manufactured August 25, 2014, to September 12, 2014, 2015 XF vehicles manufactured September 3, 2014, to September 12, 2014, and 2015 XJ vehicles manufactured August 21, 2014, to September 11, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the Front End Accessory Drive (FEAD) belt, Power Assisted Steering (PAS) pump...
Consequence: If the battery positive cable loosens, an electrical short may result, increasing the risk of a fire. If the FEAD belt looses or detaches, the vehicle may lose power assisted steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Jaguar has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the affected engine mounted components for the proper threading and torque, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 10, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827....
View full details →Recall 14V673000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
| 272 vehicles affected
Defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2015 F-TYPE vehicles manufactured August 25, 2014, to September 12, 2014, 2015 XF vehicles manufactured September 3, 2014, to September 12, 2014, and 2015 XJ vehicles manufactured August 21, 2014, to September 11, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the Front End Accessory Drive (FEAD) belt, Power Assisted Steering (PAS) pump...
Consequence: If the battery positive cable loosens, an electrical short may result, increasing the risk of a fire. If the FEAD belt looses or detaches, the vehicle may lose power assisted steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Jaguar has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the affected engine mounted components for the proper threading and torque, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 10, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827....
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2015 JAGUAR XF
32 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2015 JAGUAR XF. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systemwiring Rear Compartmenttrunk | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control Esc | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Latcheslockslinkages | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes Hydraulicpedals And Linkages | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2015 Jaguar XF. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken for inspection, and the contact was advised that the front driver’s side ball joint on the suspension was cracked and needed to be replaced. There was no warning light illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted, and the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.
the engine stopped working. The dealer said a new was required since the engine no longer had enough compression in one cylinder. The car had only 83,000 miles. In talking with other repair shops, they said this is a common feature in many 2015 XFs.
My vehicle has about 68k miles, I have always serviced the vehicle properly. While driving the car my steering locked up and my vehicle lost all power on a busy road with my children in the car. Luckily we are safe but this is very dangerous. I have had the car inspected by several certified and insured mechanics and the engine pulley broke off of my engine block causing my entire engine and steering to shut down. Every mechanic says this is not normal and should not have happened at this mileage or without a huge impact and they all agree it is a safety hazard especially since the car gave no waring of engine needing to be serviced.
My vehicle has about 68k miles, I have always serviced the vehicle properly. While driving the car my steering locked up and my vehicle lost all power on a busy road with my children in the car. Luckily we are safe but this is very dangerous. I have had the car inspected by several certified and insured mechanics and the engine pulley broke off of my engine block causing my entire engine and steering to shut down. Every mechanic says this is not normal and should not have happened at this mileage or without a huge impact and they all agree it is a safety hazard especially since the car gave no waring of engine needing to be serviced.
The contact owns a 2015 Jaguar XF. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer for a battery replacement. The contact stated that the central locking system became inoperable. Additionally, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the same dealer and was diagnosed that the starter needed to be replaced. The part was not available for the locking system. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no further assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 67,000.
Safety Rating for the 2015 JAGUAR XF
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2015 JAGUAR XF in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2015 JAGUAR XF
Jaguar Cars, Ltd. has issued 60 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2015 JAGUAR XF. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
SSM68398Attachme — VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Window Regulator mechanical creak
NAS19.07.011 — POWER TRAIN
A potential issue has been identified on certain Jaguar vehicles within the listed Affected Vehicle Range where the engine Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may be illuminated on the Instrument Cluster (IC) and Oxygen (O2) sensor performance-related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) may be stored in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
JTB00480NAS3 — EQUIPMENT
Intake Camshaft Variable Cam Timing Actuator - Component Failure
SFCC_APR20_PG21 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The engine idle is surging following a previous repair.
SSM71538 Attachm — EQUIPMENT
Issue: Customer may report door lock cylinder cover missing or has become adrift.
JTB00566NAS2 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
An 'engine overheat' message may be displayed on the Instrument Cluster and that coolant may be leaking from engine compartment area.
JTB00507NAS1 — STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
SITUATION: THE HOOD MAY CONTACT THE HEADLAMP(S) AND MAY HAVE CRACKED AND/OR DAMAGED THE HEADLAMP(S).
JTB00507NAS1 — EQUIPMENT
SITUATION: THE HOOD MAY CONTACT THE HEADLAMP(S) AND MAY HAVE CRACKED AND/OR DAMAGED THE HEADLAMP(S).
SSM72693 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKER, WIPERS MAKE A SINGLE STROKE OF SCREEN
JTB00469NAS1 — ENGINE
"SITUATION: THE ENGINE MAY NOT CRANK/START AND THE VEHICLE MAY EXHIBIT A WARNING LIGHT OR WARNING LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. UPON FURTHER DIAGNOSIS, THE TECHNICIAN MAY FIND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) U0100-00 LOGGED IN VARIOUS CONTROL MODULES, NO COMMUNICATION WITH THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM), IS UNABLE TO CLEAR...
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2015 JAGUAR XF
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the JAGUAR XF
- 2010 JAGUAR XF — 134 complaints
- 2011 JAGUAR XF — 97 complaints
- 2012 JAGUAR XF — 47 complaints
- 2013 JAGUAR XF — 51 complaints
- 2014 JAGUAR XF — 17 complaints
- 2015 JAGUAR XF (current)
- 2016 JAGUAR XF — 7 complaints
- 2017 JAGUAR XF — 6 complaints
- 2018 JAGUAR XF — 2 complaints
- 2019 JAGUAR XF — 0 complaints
- 2020 JAGUAR XF — 0 complaints
Other JAGUAR Models
- JAGUAR S-TYPE — 655 total complaints
- JAGUAR X-TYPE — 472 total complaints
- JAGUAR I-PACE — 260 total complaints
- JAGUAR XJ8 — 235 total complaints
- JAGUAR F-PACE — 184 total complaints
- JAGUAR XJ6 — 177 total complaints
- JAGUAR XJ — 175 total complaints
- JAGUAR XK8 — 149 total complaints