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Engine Internal Failure Risk — Stall, Power Loss, or Fire — Recall 19V039000 (2019)
engine knocking; engine stalls; sudden loss of power; check engine light; engine failure recall
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Jaguar F-Type owners: 14 NHTSA recalls, V6 timing chain rattle, ZF transmission shifts, convertible roof failure. California lemon law help.
You paid well above six figures for a Jaguar F-Type. The badge promises a purpose-built British sports car — supercharged V6 or V8, a cockpit tuned for driver engagement, and the kind of exhaust note that turns heads on Rodeo Drive. What NHTSA's records and thousands of owner complaints reveal is a different story: fourteen formal recalls spanning every model year from 2015 to 2022, touching the steering, airbags, brakes, fuel rail, suspension fasteners, seat anchorage, and exterior lighting. Not one defect type. Fourteen separate campaigns.
Beyond the recalls, the F-Type carries a set of well-documented mechanical signatures. The 3.0L supercharged V6 in 2015-2017 cars is notorious for timing chain guide wear — a cold-start rattle that begins within the first two years of ownership and, if ignored, can progress to guide fragmentation and chain damage. The 5.0L V8 and SVR variants carry their own supercharger nose bearing failure pattern, a $4,000-$8,000 repair that many owners encounter just past the warranty cliff. The ZF 8HP automatic — used across the entire production run — is prone to harsh downshift clunks addressed by a JLR technical service bulletin, but with incomplete resolution rates. Convertible owners face two additional failure modes: a powered roof actuator that can seize mid-cycle, and top seals that age poorly in California's UV environment and allow cabin water intrusion.
California Song-Beverly law does not require a catastrophic failure. It requires a defect, a reasonable number of repair attempts, and a vehicle that still does not conform to warranty. Every F-Type owner with multiple dealer visits for any of the problems on this page should have their repair records reviewed by a qualified lemon-law attorney.
The issues owners report most, ranked by severity — each one verified against a cited NHTSA source.
engine knocking; engine stalls; sudden loss of power; check engine light; engine failure recall
sticky steering; steering wheel feels stuck; increased steering effort; steering recall
airbag warning light; passenger airbag may not deploy; SRS warning; occupant detection fault
sticky steering; steering wheel feels stuck; increased steering effort; steering recall
front suspension noise; stabilizer bar loose; vehicle pulls or clunks
driver seat cushion loose; seat fastener recall; seat may not stay secured
A settled Margarian Law case on this exact model, published with the actual settlement math.
Open any defect for the symptoms and why it matters for a California lemon-law claim. Each is tied to a cited NHTSA source.
sticky steering; steering wheel feels stuck; increased steering effort; steering recall
NHTSA 14V673000 covers a power steering defect on 2015 F-Type that causes sudden increases in steering effort — a direct loss-of-control risk. Under Song-Beverly, a safety recall addressing steering nonconformity creates strong presumptive notice of a defect. If a 2015 F-Type required multiple steering repair visits before or during the recall remedy period, those visits establish the repair-attempt record needed for a lemon claim. Owners should retain all steering-related repair orders and any records of the recall remedy appointment.
Jaguar has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the affected engine mounted components for the proper threading and torque, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 10, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this re
airbag warning light; passenger airbag may not deploy; SRS warning; occupant detection fault
NHTSA 14V714000 addresses a passenger airbag occupant detection defect on 2015 F-Type — a failure mode where the passenger airbag may not deploy in a crash. California's Song-Beverly Act treats airbag nonconformities as safety defects with heightened lemon-law weight. A recall-covered airbag defect that required dealer visits prior to remedy completion is strong evidence of an unresolved safety nonconformity. Owners should document all SRS-related warning lights and any repair orders predating or concurrent with the recall.
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will correct the harness connector wire configuration, free of charge. The recall began on December 3, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J047.
sticky steering; steering wheel feels stuck; increased steering effort; steering recall
NHTSA 15V569000 is a follow-on steering effort recall covering 2016 F-Type, demonstrating that JLR's steering defect extended into the second model year. Under Song-Beverly, a pattern of repeat steering defects across consecutive model years — with the manufacturer acknowledging the nonconformity via multiple recall campaigns — supports both individual lemon claims and broader remediation arguments. 2016 owners who experienced sticky steering and made warranty repair visits should preserve those repair orders.
Jaguar will notify the owner, and a dealer will either correct the steering system software or replace the steering rack, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 31, 2015. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J055.
front suspension noise; stabilizer bar loose; vehicle pulls or clunks
NHTSA 16V789000 covers a suspension fastener that may loosen on 2017 F-Type, creating a risk of suspension failure and loss of vehicle control. A fastener defect affecting structural suspension integrity is a safety nonconformity under Song-Beverly. If a 2017 F-Type owner experienced suspension noise, shimmy, or handling abnormality before the recall remedy was completed, those symptoms and associated dealer visits form the foundation of a lemon claim. Retain all suspension-related repair orders.
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bolt that connects the rear lower control arm to the rear knuckle joint, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on December 19, 2016. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J076
driver seat cushion loose; seat fastener recall; seat may not stay secured
NHTSA 16V940000 addresses a seat fastener defect on 2017 F-Type where seat anchorage may not meet federal standards — creating risk of seat movement in a collision. Seat structural integrity is a federal safety standard under FMVSS 207; a defect in this system is a safety nonconformity that Song-Beverly treats with high weight. 2017 owners who had seat-related service visits should document all repair orders mentioning seat mounting, rails, or fasteners.
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat belt assemblies, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J081.
tail light out; exterior light warning; reduced rear visibility
NHTSA 17V341000 covers an exterior lighting failure on 2018 F-Type — a condition where exterior lighting may fail, reducing visibility for the driver and other road users. Under Song-Beverly, lighting failures affecting crash-avoidance capability qualify as safety defects. A 2018 F-Type owner who experienced lighting malfunctions and made multiple dealer visits before the recall remedy was available would meet Song-Beverly's repair-attempt threshold if visits were documented. Preserve all repair orders citing lighting or electrical faults.
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software, free of charge. The recall began on July 12, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H026.
warning light; recall notice; repeated dealer repair
NHTSA 18V090000 addresses a fuel rail defect on the 2018 F-Type that could result in a fuel leak and potential fire risk. Fuel system defects with fire potential are among the most severe nonconformities recognized under Song-Beverly. A 2018 F-Type owner who experienced fuel smell, fuel leaks, or related dealer visits prior to the recall fix has strong grounds for a lemon claim given the safety severity and manufacturer acknowledgment of the defect. Retain all repair orders mentioning fuel system, fuel smell, or leak diagnosis.
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began on March 8, 2018. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H081.
engine knocking; engine stalls; sudden loss of power; check engine light; engine failure recall
NHTSA 19V039000 covers an engine internal defect on 2019 F-Type that carries stall, power-loss, or fire risk — placing it in the highest severity tier under Song-Beverly's 'substantial impairment of use or safety' standard. A California owner whose F-Type experienced engine stall, sudden power loss, or fire-related symptoms during the warranty period has among the strongest lemon-law grounds available: manufacturer recall acknowledgment of fire risk combined with safety endangerment. Every engine-related repair order for 2019 F-Type should be preserved.
Jaguar has notified owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft pulley center retaining bolt, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2019. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H181.
airbag warning light; passenger airbag may not deploy; SRS warning; occupant detection fault
NHTSA 19V326000 is a second airbag-related recall campaign for 2015 F-Type, reflecting that the original 14V714000 airbag remedy was insufficient or covered additional affected vehicles. Two separate airbag recall campaigns for the same model year demonstrate a persistent and serious safety nonconformity — strong evidence for Song-Beverly purposes. Owners of 2015 F-Types should document all SRS warning light repairs, airbag module replacements, and recall remedy appointments.
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt assembly and repair the seatbelt tension sensor harness as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H208.
warning light; recall notice; repeated dealer repair
NHTSA 19V682000 is a label/placard compliance recall for 2019-2020 F-Type covering incorrect tire information on the vehicle placard — a regulatory compliance defect rather than a mechanical safety issue. Standing alone, a label recall has minimal lemon-law weight. However, if combined with other concurrent warranty repairs during the same period, the vehicle's aggregate days-out-of-service can still contribute to a Song-Beverly claim. This recall does not independently support a lemon-law case.
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tire placard label with a label that states the correct rear tire size, free of charge. The recall began October 23, 2019. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H256.
brake pedal problem; reduced braking; unexpected braking; brake warning light
NHTSA 21V167000 addresses a brake system defect on the 2020 F-Type that may result in reduced brake assist or unexpected braking — both conditions that directly compromise crash avoidance. Brake system defects are consistently treated as high-severity safety nonconformities under Song-Beverly. A 2020 F-Type owner who experienced brake feel changes, unexpected activation, or brake warning lights during the warranty period, requiring multiple dealer visits, has strong grounds for a lemon claim. Preserve all repair orders referencing brake system, EBCM, or brake booster.
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2021. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H335.
airbag warning light; passenger airbag may not deploy; SRS warning; occupant detection fault
NHTSA 21V500000 covers an airbag occupant detection defect on 2018 F-Type — a condition where the passenger airbag may fail to deploy in a crash. The 2018 model year also carries separate lighting (17V341000) and fuel rail (18V090000) recall campaigns, making it one of the most recall-dense years in the F-Type production run. Multiple concurrent safety recalls create a strong Song-Beverly record: the cumulative days out of service for remedy appointments, combined with any pre-recall warranty visits, can independently satisfy the time-out-of-service threshold. Retain all 2018 F-Type records.
A dealer will replace the instrument panel facia, free of charge. The owner notification letter was mailed August 5, 2021. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H365.
driver seat cushion loose; seat fastener recall; seat may not stay secured
NHTSA 21V667000 covers a seat fastener or anchorage defect on 2021-2022 F-Type, creating the same seat-movement crash risk as the earlier 16V940000 campaign. The recurrence of seat fastener defects across five model years (2017, 2021-2022, 2022) demonstrates a persistent structural nonconformity in the F-Type platform. Song-Beverly lemon claims for 2021-2022 owners should document any seat-related warranty service visits alongside the recall remedy appointment. Multiple seat repair attempts during an active warranty period support a lemon claim.
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 20, 2021. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H378.
driver seat cushion loose; seat fastener recall; seat may not stay secured
NHTSA 22V524000 is the third seat fastener recall campaign to affect the F-Type platform (following 16V940000 and 21V667000), this time covering 2022 model year vehicles. Three separate seat anchorage recall campaigns across the F-Type's production life establish a well-documented structural defect pattern. For 2022 owners: if the seat recall remedy required extended dealer scheduling or the vehicle had prior seat-related warranty visits, the combination can meet Song-Beverly's out-of-service or repair-attempt thresholds. Keep all seat, seatbelt, and occupant protection repair records.
Dealers will inspect and replace the front seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 15, 2022. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H412.
loud rattle or ticking noise at cold start that fades when engine warms; metallic rattling from engine bay in first 30 seconds after starting; timing chain noise on first start of the day; check engine light with camshaft timing codes; engine rattle that worsens over time
Under California Song-Beverly, a defect that requires multiple repair attempts within the warranty period and substantially impairs the vehicle's use or value triggers lemon-law protection. An F-Type returned for timing chain guide rattle two or more times — with dealers performing the TSB repair or guide replacement yet rattle returning — directly meets that threshold. Engine noise that remains after the prescribed fix also supports an argument of nonconformity. Owners should preserve all repair orders citing timing chain, guide, or tensioner replacement.
Dealer replaces timing chain guide assembly and tensioner per TSB JTB00450; engine oil updated to 0W-20 full synthetic. If guide fragmentation is detected, the timing chain itself is replaced. Repair cost out-of-warranty: $2,500-$5,000 depending on extent of damage.
oil pooling under engine bay; smoke from engine compartment after driving; oil pressure warning light; burning oil smell at operating temperature; oil level dropping between service intervals
If an F-Type V6 required repeated dealer visits for oil leaks during the warranty period without a permanent resolution, Song-Beverly's 'reasonable number of repair attempts' standard may apply. An oil leak that recurs after repair also strengthens an argument that the defect was never properly remedied. Owners should document each repair order showing the oil cooler hose or seal replacement.
Dealer replaces oil cooler hose assembly and O-ring seals. In some cases the oil cooler housing itself is replaced. Repair typically requires partial engine bay disassembly. Cost out-of-warranty: $400-$1,200 depending on extent.
high-pitched whine or grinding from engine bay that increases with RPM; supercharger whine louder than normal; noise onset while cruising at highway speeds; check engine light with supercharger or boost-related codes; reduced power under hard acceleration as bearing seizes
A supercharger bearing failure that requires replacement within the warranty period — or that recurs after repair — is a significant powertrain nonconformity under Song-Beverly. Given the repair cost ($4,000-$8,000), an owner who had multiple supercharger-related repair visits would likely satisfy the 'substantial impairment of use or value' standard. Owners should preserve all repair orders citing the supercharger, boost system, or engine noise diagnosis.
JLR dealers typically replace the complete supercharger assembly rather than rebuilding the nose bearing in the field. Supercharger replacement cost out-of-warranty: $4,000-$8,000 parts and labor. Some independent specialists offer nose bearing rebuild at lower cost.
hard clunk or jerk when downshifting at low speed; rough transmission engagement from Park or Reverse; hesitation then abrupt power delivery on light acceleration; transmission shudder between 2nd and 3rd gear; rough shifting in Dynamic driving mode
Repeated harsh-shifting episodes — where the dealer performs the TSB adaptation reset and the symptom returns within weeks — constitute multiple repair attempts for the same nonconformity. Song-Beverly's two-attempt presumption for safety defects aside, three or more documented attempts for the same transmission symptom strongly support a lemon claim. Transmission shudder that impairs driveability qualifies as substantial impairment of use.
Initial fix: TCM adaptation reset via JLR SDD per TSB JTB00611NAS2. If symptoms return, replacement of ZF 8HP mechatronic unit (valve body, solenoids, TCM). Mechatronic unit cost: $800-$2,000 parts; total repair $1,500-$3,500.
touchscreen goes black during drive with no response to input; infotainment system restarts in a loop for 2-5 minutes; navigation disappears mid-trip; Bluetooth audio drops and does not reconnect; backup camera fails to display when reversing
California courts have found that infotainment systems affecting backup camera display — a federally mandated safety feature as of 2018 — can rise to the level of a safety defect under Song-Beverly. Multiple dealer visits for freeze or backup camera failure without permanent remedy support a lemon claim, particularly where the backup camera non-display occurs repeatedly. Owners should document every repair visit that mentions freeze, black screen, or camera failure.
Dealer performs software update via JLR SDD. In cases where freeze persists after update, the infotainment head unit (ICU) is replaced. Head unit replacement cost out-of-warranty: $1,200-$2,500.
convertible top fails to open or close on command; 'Roof Fault' or 'Roof Not Secured' error in instrument cluster; roof stops mid-cycle and will not complete the operation; grinding or straining noise during roof operation; roof control switch unresponsive
A convertible roof that fails to secure or open during the warranty period is a functional defect that substantially impairs the use of the vehicle — one of the vehicle's signature features. Multiple repair attempts for the same roof fault without resolution directly invoke Song-Beverly's buyback remedy. Owners should save repair orders that reference roof fault codes, actuator replacement, or any roof mechanism work.
Dealer diagnoses via roof control module fault codes and replaces the failed actuator motor, pump assembly, or linkage arm. Full roof mechanism replacement in severe cases. Cost out-of-warranty: $1,500-$4,000 depending on component.
water leaking into cabin through roof in rain; wet carpet in footwells after rainfall; water dripping from headliner or A-pillar area; mold or musty odor inside cabin after wet weather; water damage to electronics mounted beneath seats
Water intrusion that damages interior electronics — seat control modules, floor module wiring — escalates from a cosmetic defect to a functional and potentially safety-relevant nonconformity. Under Song-Beverly, a defect that causes secondary damage to other vehicle systems strengthens the 'impairment of use or value' argument. Multiple repair visits for recurring water leaks following seal replacement support a lemon-law claim.
Dealer replaces roof seal kit (header seal, lateral seals). In cases where the fabric has also deteriorated, the full soft-top assembly is replaced. Seal kit replacement cost: $400-$800; full roof replacement: $3,000-$6,000.
vehicle fails to start after 2-3 days of non-use; dead battery warning on instrument cluster; multiple 12V battery replacements within warranty period; infotainment or electronic features slow to wake after sitting; battery tender required to keep vehicle operational
A no-start condition caused by parasitic battery drain — occurring multiple times within the warranty period despite dealer battery replacements — is a documented pattern consistent with a persistent nonconformity under Song-Beverly. Multiple dealer visits for no-start or battery discharge, with the root cause (excessive module draw) not permanently fixed, satisfy the repair-attempt standard. Owners should document every no-start event, tow, and battery replacement.
Dealer performs parasitic draw test; may disable or reprogram telematics module via software update. Battery replacement alone does not resolve underlying draw. Some owners use 12V trickle chargers as a workaround. If draw traces to failed module, module replacement required.
exhaust rattle or buzzing under light throttle input; exhaust note changes randomly between quiet and sport mode; 'Active Exhaust' warning or exhaust fault in instrument cluster; metallic tapping from exhaust at idle or low RPM; loss of active exhaust mode control
While an exhaust valve rattle alone may not rise to the level of substantial impairment, the failure can generate fault codes that disable other exhaust or engine management functions, particularly on SVR models. Multiple dealer visits for the same exhaust valve rattle without a permanent fix — a documented pattern on the F-Type — can support a lemon-law claim under Song-Beverly's repair-attempt standard. Preserve repair orders referencing active exhaust, exhaust valve, or related fault codes.
Dealer replaces the failed exhaust valve actuator motor. On some configurations the full valve assembly including butterfly is replaced. Cost out-of-warranty: $300-$800 per side.
Suspension Fault warning in instrument cluster; adaptive damper loses control and reverts to fixed stiff setting; ride becomes noticeably harsh or unexpectedly soft; Dynamic mode no longer tightens suspension; suspension warning light with loss of adaptive control
A suspension system that generates persistent fault warnings and reverts away from its design operating mode substantially impairs the vehicle's driving dynamics — particularly significant for a purpose-built sports car where chassis control is a core function. Multiple repair attempts for recurring suspension fault warnings during the warranty period support a Song-Beverly claim. Owners should save any repair order that references adaptive suspension, DSSV, Adaptive Dynamics, or suspension fault codes.
Dealer diagnoses via JLR SDD, identifies failed damper or module, and replaces as needed. Individual DSSV damper replacement: $600-$1,200 per corner; control module replacement: $300-$600. Full four-corner replacement cost out-of-warranty: $3,000-$5,000.
remedy available
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2022 Jaguar F-Type, F-Pace, and XF vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat belt pretensioners may be damaged, which can cause the seat belts to not properly restrain occupants.
remedy available
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-Type, 2020-2021 F-Pace, and 2021 XF vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly.
remedy available
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling one 2018 F-Type vehicle. A portion of the instrument panel may interfere with the front passenger air bag during deployment, possibly tearing the air bag cushion.
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Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2020 Jaguar F-Type vehicles. The diagnostic check for the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) that runs at vehicle startup may not complete in the time required, which could disable the ABS and the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system during that drive cycle.
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Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2019-2020 F-Type vehicles equipped with 18-inch rear wheels. The tire placard label on the driver's side door opening states an incorrect size for the rear tires. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."
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Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar Land Rover) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Jaguar F-TYPE vehicles previously remedied under Recall 14V-714. The seatbelt harness connector which connects the Seatbelt Tension Sensor (STS) to the Occupant Classification Sensor Control Module (OCSCM) may not have been correctly wired. As a result, the Restraint Control Module (RCM) may not accurately detect if an adult or child is occupying the seat.
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Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2019 Jaguar F-Pace, F-Type, and XJ vehicles equipped with V6 or V8 gasoline engines. The crankshaft pulley retaining bolt may have been improperly manufactured, possibly causing the crankshaft pulley bolt to fracture, potentially resulting in engine failure.
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Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2018 Jaguar XE, XF, E-PACE, F-PACE and F-TYPE vehicles equipped with a 2.0L gasoline engine. The fuel rail end caps may leak, possibly resulting in fuel vapor or liquid fuel leaking into the engine bay.
remedy available
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE vehicles equipped with Highline headlamps. If a front turn signal indicator stops working, the visual and audible turn signal reminders do not flash or chime faster as required. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
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Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2017 Jaguar XE vehicles manufactured July 12, 2016, to December 2, 2016, and Jaguar F-Type vehicles manufactured July 14, 2016, to December 16, 2016. The affected vehicles have front seat seatbelt pretensioners that may not function properly in the event of a crash.
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Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2017 Jaguar F-Type SVR vehicles built between February 19, 2016 and August 15, 2016. Due to assembly corrections during manufacturing, the bolts connecting the rear lower control arms to the knuckle assembly may fail prematurely.
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Jaguar Land Rover North America, LCC (Jaguar) is recalling one 2016 Jaguar F-Type vehicle manufactured February 3, 2015. The affected vehicle has the power steering system still set in the supplier's factory operating mode. In this condition, in the event of a steering system malfunction, the vehicle can experience additional steering inputs from the electric power steering system.
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Jaguar Land Rover North America LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 F-TYPE vehicles manufactured August 31, 2012, to October 22, 2014. In the affected vehicles the seatbelt harness connector which connects the Seatbelt Tension Sensor (STS) to the Occupant Classification Sensor Control Module (OCSCM) may not have been correctly wired. The OCSCM senses whether there is an occupant in the front passenger seating position, and the STS senses whether tension on the seatbelt indicates a child restraint is being used in the front passenger seating position. Both sensors provide information to the restraint control module (RCM) which informs whether the front passenger airbag should be activated, depending on whether the sensors detect the seat is occupied and/or that it is occupied by an adult passenger.
remedy available
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2015 F-TYPE vehicles manufactured August 25, 2014, to September 12, 2014, 2015 XF vehicles manufactured September 3, 2014, to September 12, 2014, and 2015 XJ vehicles manufactured August 21, 2014, to September 11, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the Front End Accessory Drive (FEAD) belt, Power Assisted Steering (PAS) pump pulley and/or battery positive cable at the alternator may detach.
Every item below comes from this vehicle's documented defects. The more you recognize, the more a free case review is worth your time.
California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act applies to any new or certified pre-owned F-Type purchased or leased in California while still under the manufacturer's warranty. You do not need to prove the car is dangerous — only that a defect was not repaired after a reasonable number of attempts, or that the car was out of service for 30 or more cumulative days for warranty repairs.
California's statutory presumption of lemon-law eligibility applies when: (a) a safety defect — steering, airbag, brakes, engine fire — was repaired twice without resolution; or (b) any defect was repaired four or more times without resolution. The F-Type's documented recalls for steering (14V673000, 15V569000), airbags (14V714000, 19V326000, 21V500000), brakes (21V167000), and engine fire risk (19V039000) establish that Jaguar had formal notice. Warranty repair visits made before the recall remedy was available count toward your repair-attempt total. TSB-backed defects (V6 timing chain, ZF shifts) also qualify — the defect need not be a recall.
Song-Beverly entitles prevailing owners to a full buyback — purchase price, taxes, fees, and finance charges — or a replacement vehicle. The manufacturer pays attorney fees. This is general information, not legal advice. Law as of Jun 30, 2026.
“Could not duplicate” doesn't mean the defect isn't real. Here's exactly what to do to protect a potential California lemon-law claim.
Document the moment it happens. Photos, video, and screenshots of any warning lights — with the date and the mileage.
Get a repair order every visit — even “found nothing.” That paperwork is the foundation of a claim.
Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Note any recall that has no available remedy yet.
Track your out-of-service days. California law counts the cumulative days your vehicle spends in the shop.
Keep loaner & rental records. Alternate-transport paperwork during long repairs matters.
Save everything in one place. Symptoms, dates, repair orders, and every repeat visit — the intermittent ones especially.
F-Type defects are often intermittent or condition-specific — difficult to reproduce on a short dealer test drive. Follow these steps:
1. Video every symptom immediately when it occurs. The V6 timing chain rattle is loudest on cold start — record audio on key turn. ZF transmission jerks happen on gentle tip-in from low speed; film it while driving. Convertible roof: record the cycle when it stalls mid-way. Date-stamped video defeats a 'cannot duplicate' response.
2. Deliver the car cold. Timing chain rattle appears only on a cold engine. Leave the car overnight and ask the dealer to start it cold. Write on the repair order: 'symptom on first cold start of the day — please start cold.'
3. Demand owner-language on the repair order. 'Metallic rattle from engine on cold start lasting 30-60 seconds' not 'engine noise.' The symptom description is critical lemon-law evidence.
4. Request the JLR SDD full scan report showing stored historical fault codes. Intermittent faults that cleared before arrival still appear in code history.
5. Cite the TSB or recall number on the write-up. Steering: 14V673000 or 15V569000. V6 chain: TSB JTB00450. ZF shifts: TSB JTB00611NAS2. Named bulletins trigger JLR technical support escalation.
6. Every visit counts — even 'no fault found.' Under Song-Beverly, a no-fault-found visit is still a repair attempt for the same symptom. Log date, mileage, symptom reported, and dealer outcome every time.
The Jaguar F-Type is one of the most visually and sonically compelling sports cars sold in California. It is also one of the most recall-laden sports cars in its segment. Fourteen formal NHTSA campaigns covering steering, airbags, brakes, fuel rails, seat anchorage, lighting, and engine fire risk — across every production year from 2015 to 2022 — is a documented pattern of systemic nonconformity, not a footnote.
The TSB record compounds the picture. The V6 timing chain guide defect is acknowledged in a JLR service bulletin but was never escalated to a recall. Owners who spent $80,000-$120,000 and spent the early warranty period dealing with cold-start rattle, ZF transmission jerks, and airbag warning lights have real legal options. The F-Type's recall and TSB record is among the most legally actionable of any modern sports car sold in this state.
— The Margarian Law team
If your Jaguar F-Type has been to the dealer multiple times for steering, airbag warnings, engine noise, transmission shifting, convertible roof failure, or any other warranty defect, you may have options under California's lemon law. Margarian Law has handled thousands of lemon-law cases and offers a free case review. Bring your repair orders.
The cold-start rattle on 2015-2017 F-Type V6 models is most commonly the timing chain guide assembly — a documented issue that Jaguar Land Rover addressed in Technical Service Bulletin JTB00450. The AJ-V6 3.0L supercharged engine's guide tabs wear prematurely; as the tab material degrades, the timing chain contacts the guide body directly during the first moments of operation when oil pressure is building. The rattle fades as oil pressure normalizes. Left unaddressed, guide tabs can fragment and circulate in the oil system, accelerating wear on the chain itself. If your F-Type V6 was in for this rattle two or more times during the warranty period without permanent resolution, that repair pattern can support a California lemon-law claim under Song-Beverly. Ask your dealer to cite TSB JTB00450 on any repair order.
The Jaguar F-Type has fourteen NHTSA recall campaigns from 2015 to 2022. The most serious: (1) Steering (14V673000, 2015; 15V569000, 2016) — power steering may suddenly require heavy effort; (2) Airbags (14V714000, 19V326000, 21V500000) — passenger airbag may not deploy in a crash; (3) Engine fire risk (19V039000, 2019) — internal defect with stall and fire potential; (4) Brakes (21V167000, 2020) — reduced brake assist or unexpected activation. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which campaigns apply and whether the remedy is complete. Warranty visits made before the recall remedy was available count toward California lemon-law eligibility under Song-Beverly.
A 'cannot duplicate' response is the most common obstacle F-Type owners face for intermittent defects like ZF transmission jerks, V6 timing chain rattle, or infotainment freezes. Steps: (1) Video the symptom immediately — date-stamped footage defeats cannot-duplicate. (2) Deliver the car cold; write on the repair order 'start cold — symptom on first cold start.' (3) Request the JLR SDD full scan showing stored historical fault codes — intermittent codes that cleared still appear in history. (4) Cite the relevant TSB: JTB00450 for V6 rattle; JTB00611NAS2 for ZF shifts. (5) Under California law, a 'no fault found' visit still counts as a repair attempt. Document every visit.
Yes — any new or CPO F-Type purchased or leased in California while under the manufacturer's warranty can qualify. Song-Beverly does not require a catastrophic failure; it requires a defect that was not repaired after a reasonable number of attempts. California's statutory presumption applies when: (a) a safety defect — steering, airbags, brakes, engine fire — was repaired twice without resolution; (b) any defect was repaired four or more times without resolution; or (c) the car was out of service 30 or more cumulative days for warranty repairs. The F-Type's fourteen NHTSA recalls plus TSB-acknowledged issues (V6 timing chain, ZF shifts) mean many owners have qualifying repair histories without knowing it. Repeated visits for the same symptom are the key.
The F-Type Convertible uses an electric/hydraulic actuator to fold and stow the roof in 12 seconds. The hydraulic pump motor and linkage actuators are documented failure items on 2015-2018 build dates. When the pump motor weakens or a linkage actuator seizes, the roof halts mid-cycle and the cluster shows 'Roof Fault' or 'Roof Not Secured.' Hydraulic seal degradation can also prevent the pump from completing the cycle under load. JLR dealers diagnose via roof module fault codes and replace the failed component. Cost out-of-warranty: $1,500-$4,000. Under California Song-Beverly, a convertible roof that requires multiple warranty repair visits without a permanent fix substantially impairs the vehicle's use — the roof is one of the F-Type's defining features. Preserve every repair order citing roof faults or actuator work.
Infotainment freeze is one of the most common F-Type complaints across 2017-2023 model years. The InControl Touch Pro (2017-2020) and Touch Pro Duo (2020-2023) share a QNX-based platform with a known memory leak that triggers a freeze-and-reboot cycle lasting 2-5 minutes — during which navigation, audio, and backup camera are all unavailable. JLR issues software updates via SDD, but many owners report the freeze returns after the update. If the update fails, JLR dealers replace the head unit (ICU); cost out-of-warranty: $1,200-$2,500. A backup camera that repeatedly fails to display in Reverse is a potential safety defect under federal standards (backup camera mandate, May 2018). Multiple dealer visits for freeze or camera loss without permanent resolution can support a Song-Beverly lemon claim. Document every visit.
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