2015 Jaguar XFProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 19 owner complaints about the 2015 Jaguar XF, most often about the engine. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 16V-229 the manufacturer reports only 60% of affected cars repaired.

2015 Jaguar XF

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 14, 2025. Updated daily. Photo: Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Complaints by system

Where the 2015 Jaguar XF has problems

19 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
Engine51
Fuel/propulsion system40
Electrical system40
Steering30
Air bags20
Power train20
Service brakes20
Suspension20
Vehicle speed control21
5 other systems51

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

5 recalls

2015 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 →

60%repaired · 2017 Q3

Driver side: inflator module

Recall 16V-229 · Apr 20, 2016 · 5 vehicles · 3 repaired

Risk. An air bag that inflates improperly increases the risk of injury.

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 →

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92%repaired · 2016 Q1

Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator

Recall 14V-673 · Oct 27, 2014 · 272 vehicles · 251 repaired

Risk. If the battery positive cable loosens, an electrical short may result, increasing the risk of a fire.

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

2015 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

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  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
NHTSA crash tests

2015 Jaguar XF safety ratings

2015 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
In owners' words

What XF owners report

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

the engine stopped working. The dealer said a new was required since the engine no longer had enough compression in one cylinder. The car had only 83,000 miles. In talking with other repair shops, they said this is a common feature in many 2015 XFs.
Complaint 11460577 · Apr 12, 2022
My vehicle has about 68k miles, I have always serviced the vehicle properly. While driving the car my steering locked up and my vehicle lost all power on a busy road with my children in the car. Luckily we are safe but this is very dangerous. I have had the car inspected by several certified and…
Complaint 11434062 · Sep 23, 2021
I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND NOTICED MY CAR DID NOT WANT TO PULL WHEN I SPED UP. A FEW MORE MILES DOWN THE ROAD I NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM MY TAIL PIPE AND THE MY AIR VENTS. SO I PULLED OVER, GOT OUT, AND WALKED AROUND TO THE FRONT OF THE CAR AND NOTICED WHAT LOOKED LIKE OIL ON THE SIDE OF…
Complaint 11133135 · Oct 3, 2018 · 36,000 miles

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