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ProblemsByVin File / 2009-JAGUAR-XF
2009 · Jaguar

Jaguar XF problems

2 safety recalls. 90 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.0 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Critical
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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

airbags
20 reports · avg $1,100
moderate
powertrain
16 reports · avg $2,500
severe
electrical
12 reports · avg $850
moderate
engine
7 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
body
5 reports · avg $1,500
moderate
cruise control
5 reports · avg $600
severe
brakes
3 reports · avg $450
moderate
lighting
3 reports · avg $250
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2009 XF · steering
1 - LOWER STEERING COLUMN HAD TO BE REPLACED 2 - CATASTROPHIC LOSS OF ENGINE COOLANT; TWO DIFFERENT PIPES FAILED AT SAME TIME CAUSING IMMEDIATE LOSS OF COOLANT WHILE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN DOWN THE HIGHWAY; RECEIVED LOW COOLANT LEVEL ALERT, PULLED OVER, REFILLED COOLANT LEVEL,…
12/29/2016 · NHTSA ODI #10938588.0
2009 XF · cruise control Crash
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 JAGUAR XF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE CONSUMER EXPERIENCED AN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. THE CONTACT TAPPED THE BUMPER OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE CONTACT RESIDENCE WITH MINIMAL DAMAGE. THE…
12/29/2015 · NHTSA ODI #10816812.0
2009 XF · body
BUBBLING DASHBOARD: THIS ISSUE HAPPEN IN THE SUMMER OF 2016. ITS UNFAIR THAT THE MAKER OF JAGUAR WILL NOT STAND BY THIS GROWING ISSUE WITH THEIR DASHBOARD PROBLEM. I WAS TOLD BY THE DEALERSHIP, THAT THEY WILL NOT REPAIR THE DASH (COST $4,000) AND THE JAGUAR MAKER WILL NOT PLACE…
12/27/2016 · NHTSA ODI #10937730.0
2009 XF · airbags
THE LEATHER DASH HAS SEPARATED FROM THE BACK CAUSING RIDGES IN THE LEATHER UP TO 3/4" HIGH. IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH THIS WILL PREVENT PROPER DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIRBAG. THE LEATHER NEEDS TO BE FIRMLY ATTACHED AND STRETCHED TIGHT FOR THE STITCHING TO RIP CORRECTLY. IF THE…
12/22/2017 · NHTSA ODI #11056159.0

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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

critical NHTSA 08V607000 24/11/2008

JAGUAR IS RECALLING 3,754 MY 2009 XF VEHICLES FOR INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SPEAKER FUNCTION PROBLEMS

IF THE SPEAKER FAILS, THE FOLLOWING AUDIBLE NOTIFICATIONS ARE IMPACTED: TURN INDICATOR, SEAT BELT WARNING, LIGHTS 'ON' WARNING, DRIVER'S DOOR OPEN WITH KEY IN IGNITION, DRIVER INTERVENE (ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL VEHICLES ONLY) AND SEAT MEMORY. THE AUDIBLE SEAT BELT WARNING IS TO REMIND DRIVERS TO WEAR THEIR SAFETY BELT. IF THE AUDIBLE WARNING IS NOT PRESENT, DRIVERS MAY NEGLECT TO WEAR THEIR SAFETY BELT, THEREBY INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.

Fix: DEALERS WILL VERIFY THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SPEAKER FUNCTION AND RECONFIGURE THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 5, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.
severe NHTSA 08V396000 14/08/2008

JAGUAR IS RECALLING 7,918 MY 2009 XF VEHICLES

IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, A SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE OUTBOARD REAR SAFETY BELT D-RING AND, IF NECESSARY, THE D-RING ASSEMBLY WILL BE REMOVED AND ANY BURRS ON THE D-RING OR WASHER FILED FLAT. THE D-RING ASSEMBLY WILL THEN BE REINSTALLED TO CORRECT THE CONDITION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 29, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.

Common questions

Is the 2009 Jaguar XF reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.0 out of 10 based on 90 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2009 Jaguar XF is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2009 Jaguar XF?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 20 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Jaguar XF has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2009 Jaguar XF?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 90 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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