The most-reported F-TYPE run is SAJWA6GL4FM (2015 builds) with 2 complaints, 1.7× the typical run. Electrical system problems make up 22% of reports; 2018 is the worst model year at 1.3 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 14 recall campaigns for F-TYPE model years 2014–2022.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Jaguar F-TYPE has 30 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 29% of every F-TYPE complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAJWA6GL4FM•••••• | 2015 | — | 1 | |
| SAJDD1EV4KC•••••• | 2019 | — | — | |
| SAJD81FV5JC•••••• | 2018 | — | — | |
| SAJWJ6DL0GM•••••• | 2016 | — | — | |
| SAJD55EE3JC•••••• | 2018 | — | — | |
| SAJDD5GX0LC•••••• | 2020 | — | — | |
| SAJWA6GL0EM•••••• | 2014 | — | 1 | |
| SAJWA6BC7F8•••••• | 2015 | — | — | |
| SAJWA6ET6F8•••••• | 2015 | — | — | |
| SAJWA6ET4F8•••••• | 2015 | — | — | |
| SAJWB6A62G8•••••• | 2016 | — | — | |
| SAJWA6BU0G8•••••• | 2016 | — | — |
Each of the other 18 F-TYPE runs has 1 complaint or fewer. ForCar has checked 74 F-TYPE VINs so far, most often 2016, 2017, 2024 builds; 2 of them belong to one of the 12 runs above.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Jaguar F-TYPE the gap between build years is 1.3×: a 2018 car draws 1.3 complaints per run, a 2020 one 1.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 4 | 4 | — | |
| 2018 | 8 | 6 | — | |
| 2016 | 10 | 9 | 1 | |
| 2015 | 6 | 5 | — |
Heaviest year here is 2018 at 1.3 complaints per run; lightest is 2020 at 1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 22% of everything Jaguar F-TYPE owners report: Electrical System, 11 of 35 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | — | |
| Engine | 1 | 3 | |
| Power Train | — | — | |
| Fuel/propulsion System | — | 1 | |
| Exterior Lighting | — | — | |
| Unknown Or Other | — | 1 | |
| Structure | — | — | |
| Steering | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 14 recall campaigns on the Jaguar F-TYPE; the 6 below cover build years 2014 to 2022. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 21V667000 | Seat Belts:front:retractor | 2021–2022 |
| 19V682000 | Equipment:other:labels | 2019–2020 |
| 14V714000 | Electrical System:wiring | 2014–2015 |
| 19V326000 | Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification | 2014–2015 |
| 22V524000 | Seat Belts:pretensioner | 2022 |
| 21V167000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module | 2020 |
The F-TYPE against its rivals
The F-TYPE draws 1.2 complaints per production run; the Chevrolet Corvette 3.4. That is the lowest rate of the 2.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaguar F-TYPE | 35 | 30 | 2.9% | |
| Chevrolet Corvette | 4,820 | 1,412 | 2.8% |
How serious were they
Of the 35 reports on the Jaguar F-TYPE, 2.9% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Jaguar F-TYPE | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 35 | 1,116,631 |
| Involved a crash | 1 (2.9%) | 64,221 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 3 (8.6%) | 26,977 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 58,047 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 50% below the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,116,631 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 299,142 production runs. The Jaguar F-TYPE share of that is 35 complaints over 30 runs, 0% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Jaguar F-TYPE VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 35 NHTSA complaints from 30 F-TYPE runs and 14 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which F-TYPE production run has the most complaints?
SAJWA6GL4FM, a 2015 build, with 2 complaints. The typical F-TYPE run has 1.2.
Which F-TYPE years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2018 is heaviest at 1.3 complaints per run and 2020 lightest at 1.
Does the F-TYPE get more complaints than the Chevrolet Corvette?
No: 1.2 complaints per production run for the F-TYPE against 3.4 for the Chevrolet Corvette.
How many F-TYPE complaints involve a crash?
2.9% of 35 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 3 involved a fire.
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