The wiper blades streak, smear, judder or squeak during operation
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2017 Jaguar F-PACE visibility problems
moderate 3 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $350 · see visibility across all vehicles →
When does it fail?
Of the 3 visibility complaints filed for the 2017 Jaguar F-PACE, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
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.
No new NHTSA visibility 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 visibility 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.
Thermostat coolant leak - Evident fluid leak from the engine compartment and the "Coolant Level Low" warning message may be on the cluster
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗There is a wind noise from the A-pillar area or that the windshield finisher is loose.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗A noticeable difference may be evident in the temperature between the air blowing through the instrument panel center air vents, affecting the ability to set a constant, comfortable temperature in the passenger compartment.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Customers report the panoramic roof glass opening panel/sunblind has lost its one-touch operation.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
Please see 11015555, print out shows only 1 attachment, I had tried to attach 2 photos also
The windscreen washer nozzles apply washer fluid at very base of windshield, 90%+ of the fluid goes unused, only the fluid splashed from the wiper blades passing through the stream gets to the necessary part of the windscreen. The uploaded photo was with the vehicle parked, it is even worse at highway speeds. The photo was taken after stevinson imports adjusted the nozzles
Common questions
How serious is the visibility problem on the 2017 Jaguar F-PACE?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $350 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the visibility typically fail?
Based on the 3 complaints filed, visibility issues most often appear around 3,500 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 $350 for visibility 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 visibility?
No active recalls currently cover visibility 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.