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ProblemsByVin File / 2012-JAGUAR-XF
2012 · jaguar

jaguar XF problems

3 safety recalls. 37 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.2 / 10

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

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Top trouble spots 2 categories with 3+ complaints

engine
11 reports · avg $3,100
severe
airbags
5 reports · avg $1,100
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2012 XF · powertrain
I was driving my 2012 Jaguar XF on Highway 75 my car began to go from drive to neutral and changing gears on his own and I almost got hit by a semi-truck with the vehicle slowing down eventually I made it home with the vehicle and put it in park and never came out park again,…
12/15/2022 · NHTSA ODI #11497528.0
2012 XF · cruise control
I WAS DRIVING DOWN I-95 SOUTH ON 11/12/12, NEAR PHILADELPHIA (ON THE WAY TO A 76ERS GAME) WITH MY 7 YEAR OLD SON IN THE BACKSEAT (WITH BOOSTER). I WENT TO ACCELERATE AND THE PEDAL APPARENTLY GOT STUCK (I DIDN'T KNOW THAT WAS THE ISSUE AT THE TIME). HARROWING EXPERIENCE TO SAY…
11/20/2012 · NHTSA ODI #10485256.0
2012 XF · other
Fuel tank is leaking fuel from the top of the tank. Fuel is visibly leaking, I must exit the vehicle to air out and breathe. I’ve had multiple medical visits for headaches. Jaguar/Land Rover has had multiple fuel recalls, but have told me my car is not covered.
11/09/2022 · NHTSA ODI #11492927.0
2012 XF · fuel system
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 JAGUAR XF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING THE DASHBOARD LEATHER INTERIOR DETACHED FROM THE BASE OBSTRUCTING THE CONTACT'S VIEW. THE CONTACT MENTIONED AN ABNORMAL ODOR ON THE INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO GALPIN JAGUAR (15500…
11/09/2020 · NHTSA ODI #11373864.0

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Active recalls showing 3 of 3

critical NHTSA 17V027000 10/01/2017

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2012 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

An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J070.
severe NHTSA 11V604000 28/12/2011

JAGUAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 XF VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 7, 2011, THROUGH NOVEMBER 24, 2011, FOR AN INCORRECT CERTIFICATION LABEL

CUSTOMERS MAY UNKNOWINGLY EXCEED THE GVWR. EXCEEDING THE GVWR OF THE VEHICLE, CAN LEAD TO LOSS OF VEHICLE STABILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Fix: JAGUAR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LABEL. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE JANUARY 23, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.
severe NHTSA 12V521000 26/10/2012

Jaguar is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 XF vehicles equipped with a 5

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.

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. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-800-452-4827.

Common questions

Is the 2012 Jaguar XF reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.2 out of 10 based on 37 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2012 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 2012 Jaguar XF?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is engine, with 11 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The engine is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 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 2012 Jaguar XF?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 37 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $3,100, 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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