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2013 Jaguar XF problems
The 2013 Jaguar XF has 2 critical safety recalls on file — the kind NHTSA opens when crashes, fires, or injuries are documented. 34 owner complaints alongside. Read those first.
The 2013 Jaguar XF has 34 NHTSA owner complaints and 12 recalls on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). The most-reported system is airbags at 5 complaints, typically surfacing around 79,000 miles (~$1,100 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Below average for the segment. Multiple systems have recurring complaints.
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Critical
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Severe
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Moderate
Should you avoid this 2013 XF?
Acceptable — with caveats
Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.
Reliability score 5.2/10 — around the segment average
12 recall campaigns on file
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model —
not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2013 Jaguar XF? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or
make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
airbags — 5 owner reports
· tends to show around 79,000 mi · ~$1,100 to fix
powertrain — 5 owner reports
· tends to show around 68,333 mi · ~$2,500 to fix
electrical — 4 owner reports
· tends to show around 26,000 mi · ~$850 to fix
engine — 3 owner reports
· tends to show around 54,065 mi · ~$3,100 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: powertrain is flagged
severe on this model
, showing up around 68,333 mi.
Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — 12 active recalls on this model. Recall repairs are always free.
Verdict for buyers: 5.2/10 model. The priciest documented failure is
engine (~$3,100) — get the
seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report
tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2013 XF· steering
I was driving near fm 1960, my steering was very stiff and the car turned off while driving. I had it towed across town to my moms house which was closer than my home. The car has been towed to Jaguar where they have stated this malfunction is not recall related. They were rude…
The vehicle lost power on freeway, lost power to power steering, felt sluggish (no fuel) when I pressed accelerator, could not accelerate above 35 MPH. Had to stop car on side of road. Turned on and off waithed 10min, car started and was able to drive, but repeated above…
Dear sir or ma'am, I am writing to inform you of what I view as a serious safety issue in hopes that you will consider investigating the matter. On march 13, 2015, I purchased a 2013 Jaguar xf, (VIN: [xxx]), that was certified pre-owned, but had never been owned by anyone…
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Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2013 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 explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assemblies, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J071.
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
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: 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.
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
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: 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 recall is expected to begin January 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J077.
It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 5.2 out of 10 based on 34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2013 Jaguar XF has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.
Should you avoid the 2013 Jaguar XF?
The 2013 Jaguar XF is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Reliability score 5.2/10 — around the segment average; 12 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2013 Jaguar XF?
Inspect the airbags first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 5 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 79,000 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2013 Jaguar XF a good used car to buy?
It scores 5.2 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 34 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is airbags. Typical failure occurs around 79,000 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2013 Jaguar XF?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 5 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 79,000 miles. 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. Typical failure occurs around 79,000 miles. 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 2013 Jaguar XF?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 34 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 are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 5 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2013/Jaguar/XF.
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