2014 Jaguar XFProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 11 owner complaints about the 2014 Jaguar XF, most often about the engine. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 16V-796 the manufacturer reports only 83% of affected cars repaired.

2014 Jaguar XF

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 3, 2022. Updated daily. Photo: Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Complaints by system

Where the 2014 Jaguar XF has problems

11 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Engine40
Fuel/propulsion system41
Steering20
Air bags20
Electrical system21
Wheels10
Service brakes10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

7 recalls

2014 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.

85%repaired · 2019 Q3

Passenger side: inflator module

Recall 18V-010 · Jan 8, 2018 · 16,532 vehicles · 14,102 repaired

Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

83%repaired · 2018 Q2

Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Recall 16V-796 · Nov 1, 2016 · 5,081 vehicles · 4,231 repaired

Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

88%repaired · 2017 Q4

Steering: hydraulic power assist system

Recall 16V-137 · Mar 7, 2016 · 6,938 vehicles · 6,115 repaired

Risk. A loss of power steering assist may increase the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

98%repaired · 2015 Q4

Hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections

Recall 14V-390 · Jul 1, 2014 · 81 vehicles · 79 repaired

Risk. The reduction of power steering assist can increase the steering effort needed, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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97%repaired · 2015 Q4

Service brakes, hydraulic: fluid

Recall 14V-291 · Jun 2, 2014 · 68 vehicles · 66 repaired

Risk. Leaking brake fluid can lengthen braking distance and increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

96%repaired · 2015 Q3

Suspension: rear

Recall 14V-157 · Mar 31, 2014 · 297 vehicles · 285 repaired

Risk. If a toe link separates from the rear sub-frame, a loss of vehicle stability and directional control may result, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

99%repaired · 2015 Q3

Engine and engine cooling

Recall 14V-181 · Mar 31, 2014 · 1,589 vehicles · 1,571 repaired

Risk. If the CAC hose detaches, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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

2014 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

2014 Jaguar XF safety ratings

2014 Jaguar XF 4 DR AWD 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 XF owners report

Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

I was driving at a high speed. 65 mph and went to accelerate to pass another vehicle and when I pushed the gas there was no power, the steering wheel locked up and I went off the side of the barley missing the ditch and then stopped. The i tried to restart it and the check engine light came of and…
Complaint 11479328 · Aug 15, 2022
I took my car for the 35000 mile service and I am needing to replace the lower coolant outlet Y pipe, which has been recalled on Jaguars the same year and manufacturing plant as mine. The part nu,nets are the same ones on the recall. Also the brake axle.? Which I think there may have been a recall.…
Complaint 11447904 · Jan 18, 2022
IN OCTOBER 2014, I PURCHASED A JAGUAR XF MODEL, THE CAR WAS USED AS AN EXECUTIVE DEMO FOR THREE MONTHS PRIOR TO MY PURCHASE. OVER THE YEARS, I HAVE SERVICED THE VEHICLE AT THE DEALERSHIP ONLY, THE CAR HAS EXCELLENT SERVICE RECORDS, AND HAS NEVER BEEN SERVICED ANYWHERE ELSE. ON 01/02/2020, THE…
Complaint 11309178 · Feb 14, 2020 · 98,880 miles

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