The most-reported XF run is SAJWA07C691 (2009 builds) with 8 complaints, 3.6× the typical run. Fuel/propulsion system problems make up 25% of reports; 2011 is the worst model year at 2.8 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 32 recall campaigns for XF model years 2009–2022.
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 XF has 166 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 10% of every XF complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAJWA07C691•••••• | 2009 | — | — | |
| SAJWA07C591•••••• | 2009 | — | — | |
| SAJWA0GB8BL•••••• | 2011 | — | — | |
| SAJWA0FB9BL•••••• | 2011 | — | — | |
| SAJWA0FA0AH•••••• | 2010 | — | — | |
| SAJWA0FAXAH•••••• | 2010 | — | — | |
| SAJWA06B49H•••••• | 2009 | — | — | |
| SAJWA0GB7BL•••••• | 2011 | — | — | |
| SAJWA0FB8CL•••••• | 2012 | 1 | 1 | |
| SAJWA06B19H•••••• | 2009 | — | — | |
| SAJWA0GB9AL•••••• | 2010 | — | — | |
| SAJWA0FB8BL•••••• | 2011 | — | — |
Each of the other 154 XF runs has 5 complaints or fewer. ForCar has checked 32 XF VINs so far, most often 2018, 2017, 2015 builds.
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 XF the gap between build years is 2.8×: a 2011 car draws 2.8 complaints per run, a 2016 one 1.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 5 | 5 | 1 | |
| 2016 | 5 | 5 | 1 | |
| 2015 | 18 | 13 | — | |
| 2014 | 11 | 7 | — | |
| 2013 | 33 | 20 | 3 | |
| 2012 | 36 | 20 | 1 | |
| 2011 | 75 | 27 | 1 | |
| 2010 | 91 | 33 | — | |
| 2009 | 77 | 31 | 4 |
Heaviest year here is 2011 at 2.8 complaints per run; lightest is 2016 at 1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 25% of everything Jaguar XF owners report: Fuel/propulsion System, 99 of 357 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 5 | |
| Air Bags | 2 | — | |
| Engine | 2 | 3 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | 3 | |
| Unknown Or Other | — | 1 | |
| Fuel System | — | 2 | |
| Gasoline | — | 2 | |
| Power Train | 1 | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 32 recall campaigns on the Jaguar XF; the 6 below cover build years 2009 to 2015. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 18V010000 | Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module | 2010–2015 |
| 16V229000 | Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module | 2009–2015 |
| 16V796000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 2013–2015 |
| 16V137000 | Steering:hydraulic Power Assist System | 2013–2015 |
| 18V009000 | Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module | 2009–2013 |
| 12V521000 | Fuel System, Gasoline | 2010–2012 |
18V010000 was opened in 2018 on cars built from 2010: 8 years on the road before the recall.
The XF against its rivals
The XF draws 2.2 complaints per production run; the Infiniti Q50 2.6, the Toyota Avalon 6.2 and the Volkswagen Passat 3.2. That is the lowest rate of the 4.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaguar XF | 357 | 166 | 3.1% | |
| Infiniti Q50 | 466 | 180 | 7.5% | |
| Toyota Avalon | 2,947 | 475 | 14.7% | |
| Volkswagen Passat | 6,507 | 2,023 | 3% |
How serious were they
Of the 357 reports on the Jaguar XF, 3.1% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Jaguar XF | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 357 | 1,116,631 |
| Involved a crash | 11 (3.1%) | 64,221 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 12 (3.4%) | 26,977 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 5 | 58,047 |
| Deaths reported | 1 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 47% 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 XF share of that is 357 complaints over 166 runs, 0.03% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Jaguar XF VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 357 NHTSA complaints from 166 XF runs and 32 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which XF production run has the most complaints?
SAJWA07C691, a 2009 build, with 8 complaints. The typical XF run has 2.2.
Which XF years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2011 is heaviest at 2.8 complaints per run and 2016 lightest at 1.
Does the XF get more complaints than the Infiniti Q50?
No: 2.2 complaints per production run for the XF against 2.6 for the Infiniti Q50.
How many XF complaints involve a crash?
3.1% of 357 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 12 involved a fire.
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