Jaguar F-TYPE Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Jaguar F-TYPE model year (2014–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Jaguar F-TYPE Years to Avoid
0 recalls · 11 complaints
3 reported injuries
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 17
1 recall · 7 complaints
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 10
1 recall · 5 complaints
Top issue: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Problem score: 8
Best Jaguar F-TYPE Years to Buy
1 recall · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 3
1 recall · 2 complaints
Main area: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 5
1 recall · 2 complaints
Main area: ENGINE
Problem score: 5
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Jaguar F-TYPE — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 3 | Good |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 1 | 4 | — | — | 7 | Caution |
| 2019 | 1 | 5 | — | — | 8 | Caution |
| 2018 | 1 | 2 | — | — | 5 | Good |
| 2017 | 1 | 2 | — | — | 5 | Good |
| 2016 | 0 | 11 | 3 | — | 17 | Avoid |
| 2015 | 1 | 7 | — | — | 10 | Caution |
| 2014 | 1 | 2 | — | — | 5 | Good |
All 13 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Jaguar F-TYPE Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent F-TYPE 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-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 2016 Jaguar F-TYPE if possible. It has 0 recalls, 11 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 17 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year F-TYPE to buy?+
The 2022 Jaguar F-TYPE is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 3. It has only 1 recall and 0 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which F-TYPE has the fewest problems?+
The 2022, 2014, 2017 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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