repaired · 2015 Q4
Steering: electric power assist system
Risk. If the vehicle is in motion when this occurs, the driver may unexpectedly lose the ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2016 Jaguar F-TYPEProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 11 owner complaints about the 2016 Jaguar F-TYPE, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 1 safety recall, and for recall 15V-569 the manufacturer reports only 100% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 29, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2016 Jaguar F-TYPE has problems
11 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
4Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
3Engine1 crash/fire/injury
3Power train
2Electronic stability control (ESC)
2Steering
1Visibility/wiper
1Suspension
1Vehicle speed control
1Back over prevention
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 4 | 1 |
| Engine | 3 | 1 |
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2016 Jaguar F-TYPE recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Jaguar.
Best & worst years
2016 vs. every other F-TYPE year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the F-TYPE median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2016 Jaguar F-TYPE safety ratings
2016 Jaguar F-Type 2 DR RWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What F-TYPE owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Symptoms of failure was present prior to complete failure. At highway speed, vehicle sometimes resisted steering input. At 20-30mph, steering wanders side to side and fights my steering inputs. When complete failure occurred, steering became difficult at low speed, parking situations. No warning or…
Rear back up camera does not work. Vehicle displays ‘Rear Camera System Fault’ message. No image on screen when reverse gear selected.
I have been encountering a persistent issue with the engine, which exhibits symptoms of underperformance, occasionally necessitating a complete stop. Additionally, the ABS warning light activates intermittently without providing any diagnostic codes before subsequently disappearing. A recent…
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