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2016 Jaguar F-TYPE

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2016 Jaguar F-TYPE has 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 2.0x the segment average of 10. The most common issue is electrical problems (20% of all complaints), specifically: following "repairs" at the dealership on cooling system, car notified me of overheating half way home while on highway. after nearly crashing and being hit in trying to pull over to stop the vehicle, i opened the hood to find the coolent lines had been shaved and repairs in other areas very poorly d. There is 1 recall issued for this model year.

2 crash reports 2 injuries

20

Total Complaints

1

Recalls Issued

/5

Safety Stars

2.0x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

ELECTRICAL

4 complaints
20%
  • FOLLOWING "REPAIRS" AT THE DEALERSHIP ON COOLING SYSTEM, CAR NOTIFIED ME OF OVERHEATING HALF WAY HOME WHILE ON HIGHWAY. AFTER NEARLY CRASHING AND BEING HIT IN TRYING TO PULL OVER TO STOP THE VEHICLE, I OPENED THE HOOD TO FIND THE COOLENT LINES HAD BEEN SHAVED AND REPAIRS IN OTHER AREAS VERY POORLY D
  • I have been encountering a persistent issue with the engine, which exhibits symptoms of underperformance, occasionally necessitating a complete stop. Additionally, the ABS warning light activates intermittently without providing any diagnostic codes before subsequently disappearing. A recent dia
  • Rear back up camera does not work. Vehicle displays ‘Rear Camera System Fault’ message. No image on screen when reverse gear selected.
Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 1 crashes

FOLLOWING "REPAIRS" AT THE DEALERSHIP ON COOLING SYSTEM, CAR NOTIFIED ME OF OVERHEATING HALF WAY HOME WHILE ON HIGHWAY. AFTER NEARLY CRASHING AND BEING HIT IN TRYING TO PULL OVER TO STOP THE VEHICLE, I OPENED THE HOOD TO FIND THE COOLENT LINES HAD BEEN SHAVED AND REPAIRS IN OTHER AREAS VERY POORLY D

— NHTSA complaint filing

Recalls (1)

STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM11/09/2015

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LCC (Jaguar) is recalling one 2016 Jaguar F-Type vehicle manufactured February 3, 2015. The affected vehicle has the power steering system still set in the supplier's factory operating mode. In this condition, in the event of a steering system malfunction, the vehicle can experience additional steering inputs from the electric power steering system.

Risk: If the vehicle is in motion when this occurs, the driver may unexpectedly lose the ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Jaguar will notify the owner, and a dealer will either correct the steering system software or replace the steering rack, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 31, 2015. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J055.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2016 Jaguar F-TYPE

Live EIA prices
Per year
$2,286
Per month
$191
Per mile
19.1¢
MPG
21
City driving (worst-case MPG)
$3,001/yr
Highway driving (best-case MPG)
$1,778/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
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 2016 Jaguar F-TYPE

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.
Full coverage / year
$1,971
Full coverage / month
$164
Liability only / year
$710
vs US avg
+18%
How this estimate is calculated
US base full-coverage premium$1674
× state (US)1.00x
× vehicle class (sedan-luxury)1.28x
× theft risk1.00x
× safety rating1.00x
× vehicle age0.92x
= Full coverage estimate$1971

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 2016 F-TYPE, 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

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)
$500
TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)
$500
ENGINE(~50K mi)
$500
ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS(~50K mi)
$500
STEERING(~50K mi)
$500

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

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 20 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

  • ELECTRICAL: FOLLOWING "REPAIRS" AT THE DEALERSHIP ON COOLING SYSTEM, CAR NOTIFIED ME OF OVERHEATING HALF WAY HOME WHILE ON HIGHWAY. AFTER NEARLY CRASHING AND BEING HIT IN TRYING TO PULL OVER TO STOP THE VEHICLE, I OPENED THE HOOD TO FIND THE COOLENT LINES HAD BEEN SHAVED AND REPAIRS IN OTHER AREAS VERY POORLY D

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • TRANSMISSION: THE FLYWHEEL MALFUNCTIONED ON MY JAGUAR F-TYPE BUT JAGUAR, EVEN THOUGH THEY UPDATED THE PART NUMBERS FOR THE FLYWHEEL AND CLUTCH, AND DESPITE THE FACT THAT ANY MALFUNCTION WITH THE FLYWHEEL IS GOING TO COMPROMISE THE CLUTCH ASSEMBLY AS THEY ARE CONNECTED MECHANICALLY, ARE REFUSING TO CHANGE THE CLUT

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • ENGINE: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 JAGUAR F-TYPE. THE CONTACT OBSERVED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS LEAKING OIL WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN AND FAILURE MILEAGE WERE UNKNOWN.

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS: WHEN CHANGING LANES @ APP. 45MPH, THE CAR INITIALLY FELT AS IF IT WOULD ROLL OVER. THE CAR THEN SWERVED RIGHT AND LEFT , NEARLY PUSHING ME INTO THE TRAFFIC IN THE NEXT LANE. STEERING WAS VERY DIFFICULT TO CONTROL, REQUIRING MY FULL STRENGTH. AFTER A FEW MINUTES, THE CAR STRAIGHTENED AND STEERING EFF

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • RECALLS: Verify all 1 recall have been completed — free at any Jaguar dealer
  • General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)

Jaguar F-TYPE — Year Comparison

How does 2016 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.

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NHTSA Safety Rating

No NHTSA safety rating available

At a Glance

Complaints
20
Recalls
1
Fire reports
0
Crash reports
2
Injury reports
2
Segment avg
10

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