Is the 2018 Jaguar F-PACE reliable?

The 2018 Jaguar F-PACE has 52 complaints filed with NHTSA (2.4x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: below-average. Most common issue: ENGINE problems.

What are common problems with the 2018 Jaguar F-PACE?

Top problems: ENGINE (12 complaints, avg repair $500); ELECTRICAL (9 complaints, avg repair $500); OTHER (6 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2018 Jaguar F-PACE?

Yes, there are 3 recall(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. Contact any Jaguar dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2018 Jaguar F-PACE?

The 2018 Jaguar F-PACE gets 24 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $2000. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2018 Jaguar F-PACE?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2018 Jaguar F-PACE is approximately $2,260/year (suv-luxury class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2018 Jaguar F-PACE

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2018 Jaguar F-PACE has 52 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 2.4x the segment average of 22. The most common issue is engine problems (23% of all complaints), specifically: too many warning lights comes on triangle warning light traction warning light stability control not available drive with care jaguar dealer don't know what to do don't know how to repair i leased feb 2018 (1st 2 months was ok) however may, june & as of today 07/25/2018 its back to the dea. There are 3 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 6 fire reports filed.

6 fire reports 2 crash reports

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

2.4x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

ENGINE

12 complaints

23%

• TOO MANY WARNING LIGHTS COMES ON TRIANGLE WARNING LIGHT TRACTION WARNING LIGHT STABILITY CONTROL NOT AVAILABLE DRIVE WITH CARE JAGUAR DEALER DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO DON'T KNOW HOW TO REPAIR I LEASED FEB 2018 (1ST 2 MONTHS WAS OK) HOWEVER MAY, JUNE & AS OF TODAY 07/25/2018 ITS BACK TO THE DEA
• after 4 and a half years I started obbserving a strange exhaust noise when accelerating which a shirt while later became accompanied by a shuddering/shaking of the engine when accelerating
• Korea has recalled this model of FPace because the timing chain is known to break with less than 50K miles. I have also read lots of posts on Jaguar forums about 2.0 Diesel FPaces being known to have timing chain failure which necessitated a complete engine replacement. I am terrified that my timi

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500🔥 2 fire reports

“TOO MANY WARNING LIGHTS COMES ON TRIANGLE WARNING LIGHT TRACTION WARNING LIGHT STABILITY CONTROL NOT AVAILABLE DRIVE WITH CARE JAGUAR DEALER DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO DON'T KNOW HOW TO REPAIR I LEASED FEB 2018 (1ST 2 MONTHS WAS OK) HOWEVER MAY, JUNE & AS OF TODAY 07/25/2018 ITS BACK TO THE DEA”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2018 Jaguar F-PACE

Based on 11 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 4K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (3)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL26/10/2017

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Jaguar XF and F-Pace, 2016-2017 Jaguar XJ and 2018 Jaguar XE vehicles. The instrument cluster (IC) may intermittently go blank.

Risk: A blank instrument cluster will not show important information like vehicle speed, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 19, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H056.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2018 Jaguar F-PACE

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$2,001

Per month

$167

Per mile

16.7¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$2,667/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,455/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2018 Jaguar F-PACE

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$2,260

Full coverage / month

$188

Liability only / year

$732

vs US avg

+35%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (suv-luxury)1.35x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age1.00x

= Full coverage estimate$2260

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Jaguar New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

5 yr / 60K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

6 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / unlimited mi

Includes 5 years complimentary scheduled maintenance

These are the terms for a new Jaguar. If you're buying a used 2018 F-PACE, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Jaguar dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 52 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ENGINE: TOO MANY WARNING LIGHTS COMES ON TRIANGLE WARNING LIGHT TRACTION WARNING LIGHT STABILITY CONTROL NOT AVAILABLE DRIVE WITH CARE JAGUAR DEALER DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO DON'T KNOW HOW TO REPAIR I LEASED FEB 2018 (1ST 2 MONTHS WAS OK) HOWEVER MAY, JUNE & AS OF TODAY 07/25/2018 ITS BACK TO THE DEA
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: TOO MANY WARNING LIGHTS COMES ON TRIANGLE WARNING LIGHT TRACTION WARNING LIGHT STABILITY CONTROL NOT AVAILABLE DRIVE WITH CARE JAGUAR DEALER DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO DON'T KNOW HOW TO REPAIR I LEASED FEB 2018 (1ST 2 MONTHS WAS OK) HOWEVER MAY, JUNE & AS OF TODAY 07/25/2018 ITS BACK TO THE DEA
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: CAR HAS OWN MIND DIES ON ME REGARDLESS OF SPEED GETS OFF WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNINGS TOOK IT TO DEALERSHIP NO SOLUTIONS LAST ONE HAPPENED IN AUGUST 24/2018 TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND AS IF TODAY STILL IS THERE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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TRANSMISSION: Korea has recalled this model of FPace because the timing chain is known to break with less than 50K miles. I have also read lots of posts on Jaguar forums about 2.0 Diesel FPaces being known to have timing chain failure which necessitated a complete engine replacement. I am terrified that my timi
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 3 recalls have been completed — free at any Jaguar dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)