Jaguar F-TYPE Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy

Q: What year F-TYPE should I avoid?

Based on NHTSA recall and complaint data, the 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE has the most documented problems with a problem score of 16 — driven primarily by 3 recalls, 7 complaints, and issues with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING.

Q: What is the best year F-TYPE to buy?

The 2023 Jaguar F-TYPE is the best-scoring year in our analysis with a problem score of only 0, meaning 0 recalls and 0 complaints on record.

Q: Which F-TYPE has the fewest problems?

The 2023, 2024, 2025 model years have the fewest reported problems in the NHTSA database. Always verify a specific vehicle's history with a VIN report before purchasing.

Every Jaguar F-TYPE model year (2014–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, injuries, and deaths. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.

Jaguar F-TYPE Years to Avoid

#1 WORST

2018

3 recalls · 7 complaints

Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Problem score: 16

#2 WORST

2015

3 recalls · 6 complaints

Top issue: STRUCTURE

Problem score: 15

#3 WORST

2016

1 recall · 10 complaints

1 reported injury

Top issue: POWER TRAIN

Problem score: 15

Best Jaguar F-TYPE Years to Buy

#1 BEST

2023

0 recalls · 0 complaints

Main area: No significant complaints

Problem score: 0

#2 BEST

2024

0 recalls · 0 complaints

Main area: No significant complaints

Problem score: 0

#3 BEST

2025

0 recalls · 0 complaints

Main area: No significant complaints

Problem score: 0

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Jaguar F-TYPE — Year-by-Year Problem Report

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Problem Score	Verdict
2026	0	0	0	Excellent
2025	0	0	0	Excellent
2024	0	0	0	Excellent
2023	0	0	0	Excellent
2022	2	0	6	Caution
2021	1	0	3	Good
2020	2	3	9	Caution
2019	2	2	8	Caution
2018	3	7	16	Avoid
2017	2	2	8	Caution
2016	1	10	15	Avoid
2015	3	6	15	Avoid
2014	2	2	8	Caution

Higher scores indicate more reported safety issues across recalls, complaints, and injury data.

Jaguar F-TYPE Shopping Guide by Era

2018–Present

Best: 2026

Recent F-TYPE models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. Lower problem scores typically appear in this era. The 2026 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.

2013–2017

Best: 2017

Mid-decade F-TYPE 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-TYPE should I avoid?+

Avoid the 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE if possible. It has 3 recalls, 7 owner complaints, and the most common complaint category is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING. The overall problem score is 16 — the highest in our dataset.

What is the best year F-TYPE to buy?+

The 2023 Jaguar F-TYPE is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 0. It has only 0 recalls and 0 complaints on record with NHTSA.

Which F-TYPE has the fewest problems?+

The 2023, 2024, 2025 model years have the fewest documented problems across recall and complaint databases. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.

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