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).
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2013 Jaguar XF powertrain problems
severe 5 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500 · see powertrain across all vehicles →
Complaints
5
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$2,500
1injury
When does it fail?
Of the 5 powertrain complaints filed for the 2013 Jaguar XF, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
No new NHTSA powertrain complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 6 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering powertrain on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
The engine idle is surging following a previous repair. The engine will shut off intermittently and restart immediately with a key cycle.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗The engine idle is surging following a previous repair.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Situation: T he transmission may default to Neutral (N) when the vehicle comes to a stop with Auto Stop/Start active. The gear indicator display may also flash on the Instrument Cluster and on the Transmission Control Switch (TCS).
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Issue: Rear differential oil leak evident from the pinion seal.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
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 discrimination. Occured 12072019 and 12082019. Dash lights came on and check engine light stayed on. Add 93 octane fuel…
The contact owns a 2013 Jaguar XF. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle was losing motive power. The contact stated that the drive(D) started flashing RED on the console by the shift selector and on the instrument cluster. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was also flashing. The contact pulled over, and stopped the vehicle, but had not turned the…
Takata recall I have a 2013 Jaguar xf 3.0 that began running a little rough around 30,000 miles in 2016. The check engine light came on and when I took it back to the retailer they said there was nothing wrong "possibly a loose gas cap." a few week later, towards the end of 2016 and less than 40,000 miles on the vehicle the check engine light came on again, but this time the car started to…
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Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2013 Jaguar XF?
It's a meaningful issue. 5 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $2,500.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Based on the 5 complaints filed, powertrain issues most often appear around 68,333 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2013/Jaguar/XF.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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