AI Damage2018 Jaguar F-Type: common problems
Owners of the 2018 Jaguar F-Type filed 8 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system and exterior lighting. The maker issued 240 service bulletins for this year. We found 1 repair videos on YouTube. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 8
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 240
- YouTube repair videos
- 1
What fails most often
- 1 Electrical system 38% of all complaints
- 2 Exterior lighting 38% of all complaints
- 3 Fuel/propulsion system 25% of all complaints
- 4 Powertrain 13% of all complaints
- 5 Engine 13% of all complaints
- 6 Structure 13% of all complaints
- 7 Suspension 13% of all complaints
- Electrical system: 3 complaints (38% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 74.
- Exterior lighting: 3 complaints (38% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 5.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 2 complaints (25% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 1.
- Powertrain: 1 complaints (13% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 54.
- Engine: 1 complaints (13% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 17.
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 2 L · petrol · turbo · 4 cyl
- 3 L · petrol · turbo · 6 cyl
- 5 L · petrol · turbo · 8 cyl
- automatic, 8-speed
- manual, 6-speed
Drive: RWD, AWD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 8 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 3 | 0 | 74 |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | 0 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Powertrain | 1 | 0 | 54 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 17 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 17 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 72 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 22 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Communication | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 2 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
I then contacted dealer to replace what I'm told is the entire headlight unit. Apprently they indicated an issue over the years with known DRL blowing out and the turning signal on headlight doesn't work . I researched and found this was an issue with people over the 2017-2019 years.
The drivers side DRL has a "J" Blade that its lit while driving day or night (DRL) This "J" Blade on the driver's side is dim, and it effects the turn signal causing in my and several thousand owners with the same issue a very safety issue.
Rear differential leaks and failure leading to loss of vehicle control.
Perhaps it’s a failing fuel pump or perhaps the valves get stuck flooding the carb making it too lean. I still have not figured out the issue but I am concerned driving the car since sometimes I won’t start .
Vehicle delivered to customer with battery not secure (this battery is located in the trunk, behind occupants)
There are two holes in the bottom of the truck (in the exhaust area) that could leak exhaust into the occupant compartment.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 1,555 of 2,102 model years in the NHTSA data (among the 26% least complained about).
On average one model year of the F-Type has 3 complaints (9 years in the data). This year has 8, above average.
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Exterior lighting. Headlamps, leveling, sensors and mounts after a frontal hit.
- Fuel/propulsion system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- MIL Illuminated
- Electric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS) wiring harness junction box may become corroded over time
- Leaking windshield that caused the water ingress on the electrical component
- Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Software Update
- There have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of brake judder/vibration
- There have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of a brake noise concern
- There have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of a rear brake warning being…
There have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of a rear brake warning being illuminated on the instrument cluster.
- This extended warranty covers all repairs to, or replacement of the Infotainment Master Controller (IMC),…
This extended warranty covers all repairs to, or replacement of the Infotainment Master Controller (IMC), for 1 year from 3rd February 2025 to 3rd February 2026 for all vehicles that have or will have an expired JLR…
- These Customer Satisfaction Programs (CSP’s) are being made available as a benefit under the Class Action…
These Customer Satisfaction Programs (CSP’s) are being made available as a benefit under the Class Action settlement agreement for clients who own or lease a Settlement Class vehicle, that requires a wired software…
- Infotainment Master Controller (IMC) Extended Warranty
- InControl Touch Pro Wired Update
- FUEL VAPOUR PURGE
NHTSA lists 240 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Repair videos
We do not copy videos: these are YouTube links credited to their authors. Amounts are as stated by the author and not verified by us.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Jaguar F-Type?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: electrical system, exterior lighting, fuel/propulsion system. Total complaints: 8. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: fuel system, fuel smell (13%), headlights and tail lights (13%), smoke, burning smell, fire (13%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2018 Jaguar F-Type?
NHTSA lists 240 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2018 Jaguar F-Type from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2018 models
Read also
Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.