Jaguar F-PACE Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Jaguar F-PACE model year (2017–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Jaguar F-PACE Years to Avoid
3 recalls · 42 complaints
2 reported injuries
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 55
2 recalls · 28 complaints
8 reported injuries
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 50
1 recall · 11 complaints
5 reported injuries
3 reported deaths
Top issue: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Problem score: 39
Best Jaguar F-PACE Years to Buy
2 recalls · 4 complaints
Main area: LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
Problem score: 10
3 recalls · 1 complaint
Main area: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Problem score: 10
3 recalls · 1 complaint
Main area: POWER TRAIN
Problem score: 10
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Jaguar F-PACE — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 4 | 0 | — | — | 12 | Good |
| 2023 | 3 | 1 | — | — | 10 | Good |
| 2022 | 3 | 1 | — | — | 10 | Good |
| 2021 | 2 | 4 | — | — | 10 | Good |
| 2020 | 1 | 8 | 2 | — | 15 | Good |
| 2019 | 1 | 11 | 5 | 3 | 39 | Avoid |
| 2018 | 2 | 28 | 8 | — | 50 | Avoid |
| 2017 | 3 | 42 | 2 | — | 55 | Avoid |
All 10 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Jaguar F-PACE Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent F-PACE models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2026 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
2013–2017
Best: 2017Mid-decade F-PACE units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2017 shows the lowest problem count for this era.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year F-PACE should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2017 Jaguar F-PACE if possible. It has 3 recalls, 42 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 55 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year F-PACE to buy?+
The 2021 Jaguar F-PACE is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 10. It has only 2 recalls and 4 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which F-PACE has the fewest problems?+
The 2021, 2022, 2023 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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