2010 Jaguar Xf: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2010 Jaguar Xf: 10 recalls, 106 owner complaints and up to 19 mpg combined.
Recalls
10 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment Vehicle recall #09V316000 · 2009 · 34 vehicles
What's wrong: 110, "tire selection and rims." the recommended tire pressure on the tire placard label does not correspond with the tires fitted to the vehicle.
Why it matters: Customers May inflate tires to an incorrect pressure due to this tire pressure mislabeling. Failure to inflate tires to the correct pressures can lead to loss of vehicle stability and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will be instructed to inspect the tire placard label. If the recommended pressure on the tire placard label does not correspond with the tires fitted to the vehicle, that label will be removed and replaced with a label stating the correct recommended tire pressure. This service will be…
Fuel system Vehicle recall #09V424000 · 2009 · 2,131 vehicles
What's wrong: The fuel transfer pipe in the fuel tank May be kinked. This May restricts fuel being transferred from one side of the fuel tank to the fuel pump causing fuel starvation at low fuel levels.
Why it matters: Fuel starvation to the engine can cause the engine to stall without warning and could potentially cause a crash.
The fix: Dealers will have the fuel tank assembly repaired free of charge. The safety recall began on November 30, 2009.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #10V332000 · 2010 · 5,048 vehicles
What's wrong: Ol gasoline engine vehicles. The in-tank electric fuel pump May not be correctly activated as the fuel pump relay is not energized following a vehicle start up cycle. An inadequate supply of fuel to the engine could result.
Why it matters: Fuel starvation to the engine leads to engine stumble followed by engine cut out with minimal warning and could potentially cause a crash.
The fix: Dealers will download revised software free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before August 30, 2010.
Steering Vehicle recall #11V168000 · 2011 · 4,926 vehicles
What's wrong: The power assist steering (pas) pipes have been supplied with zinc-nickel plating that does not meet fully the corrosion protection requirements of Jaguar's engineering specification. After an extended period of time in service, corrosion of the pas pipes will occur that May lead to pin-holing of the pipe.
Why it matters: Pin-holing of the pas pipes could allow pressurized power steering fluid to leak into the under-hood and engine bay area. A loss of power steering fluid will result in a loss of power assist steering. Also, that fluid May ignite if it comes into contact with an ignition source or a surface at…
The fix: Dealers will replace the power steering fluid pipes with parts manufactured to the required corrosion protection specification. This service will be performed free of charged. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before June 6, 2011.
Fuel system, Fuel system Vehicle recall #12V521000 · 2012 · 4,195 vehicles
What's wrong: 0l gasoline engine. The affected vehicles May have a fuel tank fuel outlet flange that May crack.
Why it matters: The cracked flange May result in fuel leakage onto the ground. This leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, May result in a vehicle fire.
The fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected fuel tank fuel outlet flanges, free of charge. The recall began on December 20, 2012.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #16V187000 · 2016 · 28 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles have a fuel tank with an outlet flange that May crack, allowing fuel to leak onto the ground.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source May increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel outlet mounting flange, free of charge. The recall began on May 11, 2016.
Airbags Vehicle recall #16V373000 · 2016 · 20,107 vehicles
What's wrong: S. Virgin islands. Vehicles not originally sold or ever registered in these states are not subject to this safety recall. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators May rupture due to propellant…
Why it matters: An inflator rupture May result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assemblies, free of charge. The recall began March 2017.
Airbags Vehicle recall #18V010000 · 2018 · 16,532 vehicles
What's wrong: S. Virgin islands, or "zone a." unless included in "zone a" above, Jaguar is also recalling certain 2011-2015 Jaguar xf vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in arizona, arkansas, delaware, district of columbia, illinois, indiana, kansas, kentucky, maryland, missouri, nebraska, nevada, new jersey, new mexico, north carolina, ohio, oklahoma, pennsylvania, tennessee, virginia, and west virginia, or "zone b."…
Why it matters: An inflator explosion May result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018.
Airbags Vehicle recall #18V009000 · 2018 · 8,925 vehicles
What's wrong: S. Virgin islands, or "zone a." unless included in "zone a" above, Jaguar is recalling certain 2010 Jaguar xf vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in arizona, arkansas, delaware, district of columbia, illinois, indiana, kansas, kentucky, maryland, missouri, nebraska, nevada, new jersey, new mexico, north carolina, ohio, oklahoma, pennsylvania, tennessee, virginia, and west virginia, or "zone b." unless…
Why it matters: An inflator explosion May result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assemblies, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #20V081000 · 2020 · 2,907 vehicles
What's wrong: 2l engines. The fuel tank outlet flange May crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source May increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel outlet flange, free of charge. The recall began June 29, 2020.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Fuel & propulsion (49): the most common themes are leaks (28), warning light on (10), stalls / loses power (5).
- Fuel system (13): the most common themes are warning light on (5), stalls / loses power (4), leaks (3).
- Airbags (13): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (12): the most common themes are electrical failure (4), warning light on (2).
The 2010 Jaguar Xf has 106 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 14 Xf model years for complaints (3.8× the average Xf year). Complaints peaked in 2016 (19 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 62,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2009 (90 complaints, 6 recalls), 2011 (80 complaints, 4 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.2 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 25 | 19 | Premium |
| 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 19 | Premium |
| 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21 | 17 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2010 Jaguar Xf have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 10 vehicle recalls for the 2010 Jaguar Xf. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2010 Jaguar Xf problems?
Owners have filed 106 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are fuel & propulsion (49), fuel system (13), airbags (13).
What gas mileage does the 2010 Jaguar Xf get?
EPA ratings run up to 19 mpg combined (4.2 L, Automatic (S6)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2010 Jaguar Xf repair manual?
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