repaired · 2019 Q3
Passenger side: inflator module
Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
2011 Jaguar XFProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 81 owner complaints about the 2011 Jaguar XF, most often about the fuel/propulsion system. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 16V-373 the manufacturer reports only 58% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 26, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: OSX, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2011 Jaguar XF has problems
81 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
24Fuel/propulsion system2 crash/fire/injury
23Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
11Fuel system, gasoline1 crash/fire/injury
9Engine1 crash/fire/injury
5Service brakes
4Vehicle speed control
4Electrical system
3Engine and engine cooling
2Seat belts
66 other systems3 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 24 | 2 |
| Air bags | 23 | 1 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 11 | 1 |
| Engine | 9 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 5 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 4 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 4 | 1 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 3 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 2 | 2 |
| 6 other systems | 6 | 3 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2011 Jaguar XF 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.
repaired · 2018 Q4
Passenger side: inflator module
Risk. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
repaired · 2017 Q3
Driver side: inflator module
Risk. An air bag that inflates improperly increases the risk of injury.
no report yet
Fuel system, gasoline
Risk. The cracked flange may result in fuel leakage onto the ground.
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
2011 vs. every other XF 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 XF median. How we score
'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'21'22'23'24
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2011 Jaguar XF safety ratings
2011 Jaguar XF 4 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
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2011 Jaguar XF, and the recalls they led to.
- Fuel Tank Flange LeakLed to recall 20V-081
In owners' words
What XF owners report
Recent fuel/propulsion system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
My 2011 Jaguar XF 5.0L V8 developed a serious fuel leak involving a cracked flange on top of the fuel tank. The problem initially presented as a strong raw gasoline odor around the vehicle, particularly after driving. The gasoline smell was noticeable near the rear of the vehicle, eventually became…
I just recently purchased the car from a dealer here in Salt Lake City. But suddenly began to smell fuel mostly in the backseat area inside the car. I decided to investigate and found there is a leak underneath the rear passenger side of the car which appears to be fuel looks like it may be mixed…
CURRENTLY THE FUEL TANK IS RUPTURED LEAKING FUEL ON THE GROUND. tHE LEAK IS NOT VISIBLE AS TO WHERE IT IS ORIGINATING FROM. tHE LEAK STOPS AFTER THE CAR SITS FOR ABOUT A HALF HOUR. I HAVE NOT TAKEN THE CAR IN FOR INSPECTION. I DID FIND THAT THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THIS POSSIBLE PROBLEM BACK IN 2012…
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