NHTSA (USA)Critical
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger front air bag inflator may explode during deployment because the propellant degrades after years of exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
This page covers 10 recalls, 11 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2014 Jaguar Xf.
18–23 mpg combined
10.2–13.1 L/100km
Midsize Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 3 tested variants for this model year.
Complaints for the 2014 Jaguar XF are spread across a small number of reports, with the fuel and propulsion system drawing the most attention. Owners describe fuel leaks, engine stalling, and coolant warning lights activating, with at least one report involving a vehicle fire while stopped. The steering system also appears in multiple complaints, owners report sudden loss of power steering assist, in some cases accompanied by a complete loss of power at highway speeds that left the vehicle difficult to control. Airbag-related complaints round out the top reported systems, though the complaint volume across all categories is low given the total of eleven reports filed for this model year.
11
Total Complaints
2
Fire-Related
By System
The 2014 Jaguar XF has 10 recalls, the most serious involving fire risk from fuel lines that chafe against the underfloor and undershield and can leak, and a Takata airbag inflator that can rupture and send metal fragments into the cabin.
The fuel line chafing issue affects vehicles with the 2.0L engine. On the brake side, the rear brake pipe can wear against a bracket on the rear subframe, eventually leaking brake fluid and extending stopping distances. Several recalls involve the engine and steering on 2.0L-equipped vehicles: a loose charge air cooler hose can detach and cause the engine to stall, potentially also cutting power steering and brake assist, and a bolt securing an engine pulley can fail and cause complete loss of power steering. A separate power steering hose issue on XFR-S trims can collapse internally and restrict fluid flow, also resulting in heavy steering effort. Rear suspension toe links can separate from the subframe, causing sudden loss of directional control. There is also a driver airbag concern on certain vehicles where the second stage of deployment may not function correctly in a crash, reducing the protection the airbag provides.
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger front air bag inflator may explode during deployment because the propellant degrades after years of exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assembly at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Fuel delivery lines under the vehicle may not have enough clearance from the shield and body, causing them to rub and potentially leak fuel.
What the fix does
Dealers will check fuel lines for damage, replace them if needed, and install additional clips to prevent rubbing.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel delivery line may not have enough space between the underfloor and under shield, causing it to rub and wear through. This could leak fuel, which could catch fire near an ignition source.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the fuel line for wear, replace it if needed, and add clips to prevent rubbing.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The driver frontal air bag may lack a chemical enhancer needed for second-stage deployment, causing it to deploy improperly in certain crashes.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag module at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The bolt holding the front engine auxiliary drive idler pulley may fail, causing loss of power steering assist.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front engine auxiliary drive pulley assembly at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A bolt holding the front engine accessory drive idler pulley may fail, causing power steering to stop working and making steering much harder to control.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the idler pulley assembly with an updated version.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A component in the power steering system may collapse and block fluid flow, causing loss of power steering assistance.
What the fix does
Dealers will install an improved power steering hose at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The right rear brake pipe may rub against a rear subframe bracket, wearing through the pipe and causing brake fluid to leak.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the brake pipe for wear, adjust the bracket, and replace the brake pipe if damage is found.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The toe links that control rear wheel alignment can separate from the rear sub-frame, affecting steering geometry.
What the fix does
Dealers replace the nut and washer assembly on the rear toe links at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The hose clamp securing the Charge Air Cooler hose may be loose or mispositioned, causing the hose to detach.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the Charge Air Cooler hose clamp, reposition it if needed, and tighten it to ensure a secure connection.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
