Two knock noises from the front of the vehicle when either; turning the steering wheel at low speeds or driving straight ahead on rough roads.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2017 Jaguar F-PACE steering problems
moderate 4 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $700 · see steering across all vehicles →
Complaints
4
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$700
When does it fail?
Of the 4 steering complaints filed for the 2017 Jaguar F-PACE, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 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 steering complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 8 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 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.
Two knock noises from the front of the vehicle when either; turning the steering wheel at low speeds or driving straight ahead on rough roads.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗CLICKING NOISE FROM FRONT WHEEL AREA
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Clicking Noise On Full Left - Right Lock From Front Wheel Area At Low Speed.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Clicking Noise On Full Left - Right Lock From Front Wheel Area At Low Speed.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
Electrical example: system gets stuck on backup camera and restarts often and doesn't respond to clicking on buttons like ac. Seatbelt example: passenger seatbelt often won't buckle steering example: upon turning steering wheel major squealing signs other issues: squeaking from rear wheel area, sunroof parts unsecured flying out while driving, start/stop button not responding, fit & finish…
My brand new Jaguar pace electrical system failed. It took Jaguar 4 weeks to fix. When I picked up car the steering was very unsafe, shaking and making a noises. Another week goes with out my car, a total of over 30 days and Jaguar claims its was the door making noise. Jaguar is hiding things and the government needs to investigate!
When parking the power steering is reduced. When driving the power steering is reduced. This causes me to lose control of my vehicle. The whole wheel locks up.
Had steering trouble with your 2017 Jaguar F-PACE?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2017 Jaguar F-PACE?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 4 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $700 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the steering typically fail?
Based on the 4 complaints filed, steering issues most often appear around 11,000 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?
No active recalls currently cover steering 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/2017/Jaguar/F-PACE.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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