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4 faults documented by at least two sources, listed by version then by mileage at onset when known.
4 known faults
The gear selector dial can stay pushed in when the ignition is switched on. In 2014 Jaguar issued software updates for the module on 2013-2014 XFs, and a module replacement if the fault persists (NHTSA bulletin). A specialist repairer describes the selector on the XF X250 as the most prone to failure.
In 2013 Jaguar recalled 2.2 diesel XFs for a diesel leak at the injector return rail connection: fuel can reach the exhaust and turbo, with a risk of fire under the bonnet. A recall of XFs built between July 2012 and May 2013 also took place in China for the same engine.
Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).
Owners of the 2.2 diesel report EGR valve replacements (intermittent loss of power on a 2013 XF; valve and EGR cooler on another car); the Car Checker report also flags a risk of DPF clogging in short urban use.
Electrical problems (warning lights, multimedia, water ingress into the CJB junction box) are the most documented category of faults on the XF according to the guides cited.
Electrical problems (warning lights, multimedia, water ingress into the CJB junction box) are the most documented category of faults on the XF according to the guides cited.
The gear selector dial can stay pushed in when the ignition is switched on. In 2014 Jaguar issued software updates for the module on 2013-2014 XFs, and a module replacement if the fault persists (NHTSA bulletin). A specialist repairer describes the selector on the XF X250 as the most prone to failure.
Electrical problems (warning lights, multimedia, water ingress into the CJB junction box) are the most documented category of faults on the XF according to the guides cited.
The gear selector dial can stay pushed in when the ignition is switched on. In 2014 Jaguar issued software updates for the module on 2013-2014 XFs, and a module replacement if the fault persists (NHTSA bulletin). A specialist repairer describes the selector on the XF X250 as the most prone to failure.
Electrical problems (warning lights, multimedia, water ingress into the CJB junction box) are the most documented category of faults on the XF according to the guides cited.
An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.
Compare prices of parts for the Jaguar XF I (X250) (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.