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2013 Jaguar XF steering problems
severe
Owners of the 2013 Jaguar XF have filed 3 NHTSA complaints about the steering at roughly $700 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of November 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.See steering across all vehicles →
Of the 3 steering complaints filed for the 2013 Jaguar XF,
here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 75,000-100,000 mi.
0-25k
0 (0%)
25-50k
0 (0%)
50-75k
0 (0%)
75-100k
1 (100%)
100-125k
0 (0%)
125-150k
0 (0%)
150k+
0 (0%)
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
All 2 active steering recalls on this vehicle land at critical or severe — none classified moderate.
No new NHTSA steering complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 6 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
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
A loss of power steering assist may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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 for this recall is J061.
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 XF (XFR-S) vehicles manufactured July 2, 2013, to April 11, 2014
The reduction of power steering assist can increase the steering effort needed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will install an improved PAS hose, free of charge. the recall began on August 6, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J042.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering steering 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.
Service BulletinJTB00529NAS1Oct 2016
SITUATION: THE INTERIOR LAMP MAY FLICKER AND / OR THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS PERFORM A SINGLE SWEEP WHEN OPERATING THE ELECTRONIC STEERING COLUMN.
SITUATION: A VIBRATION OR SHAKING SENSATION COMING FROM DIFFERENT AREAS OF THE VEHICLE MAY BE EVIDENT WHILE DRIVING. THIS MAY BE FELT THROUGH THE STEERING WHEEL AND/OR THROUGH THE SEATS/VEHICLE BODY. IT MAY, OR MAY NOT, OCCUR DURING BRAKING.
"SITUATION: THIS IS AN INFORMATION ONLY BULLETIN TO AID IN THE DIAGNOSIS OF HYDRAULIC POWER STEERING ISSUES. ACTION: WHEN DIAGNOSING CUSTOMER CONCERNS RELATING TO THE HYDRAULIC POWER STEERING SYSTEM, REFER TO THE SERVICE INFORMATION BELOW."
JAGUAR 2012-2013 XJ RANGE(X351), X(150), XF(X250): CUSTOMERS MAY EXPERIENCE A KNOCKING NOISE FROM STEERING GEAR, AFFECTED VEHICLES WILL BE ON HOLD UNTIL THIS PROBLEM IS CORRECTED.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting
3 most recent
steering · 87,000 mi
· filed 12/23/2019
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 and non helpful. We believe this malfunction is ibdeed recall related.
steering
· filed 10/18/2026
Hard steering and fuel leaking from under the car on the passenger side.
steering
· filed 07/29/2022
Loud popping noise followed by low coolant message flashing and white smoke vehicle lost power and steering became difficult while driving until vehicle refused to go as I tried to pull into a gas station the vehicle became disabled, and caused a single vehicle crash, and the bumper and driver head light which I just paid to repair is no good as a result, and police had to use their patrol cars…
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Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2013 Jaguar XF?
It's a meaningful issue. 3 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $700.
At what mileage does the steering typically fail?
Based on the 3 complaints filed, steering issues most often appear around 87,000 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 $700 for steering 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 steering?
Yes — 2 active recall(s) cover steering issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.
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
independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.