2017-2023 Jaguar F-PACE Problems: 12 Known Issues
2017-2023 model years · 7,510+ owner reports · Updated November 2026
According to Au7o's analysis of 7,510+ owner reports, the 2017-2023 Jaguar F-PACE has 12 documented known issues, with 5 rated critical. The most serious are Ingenium Engine Water Pump Failure ($800-$1,800 repair), Front Seat Belt Pretensioner Damaged in Assembly on Facelift Models (Recall 22V524) ($0-$0 repair), Ingenium I6 3.0L Petrol Cam Carrier Oil Gallery Not Fully Drilled (Recall 23V045 / H426) ($0-$0 repair), TFT Virtual Instrument Cluster Goes Blank and Resets While Driving (Recalls 17V678 / 18V052, Jaguar H056) ($0-$0 repair) and Crankshaft Pulley Retaining Bolt Fracture (Recall 19V039 / H181) ($0-$0 repair). The most commonly reported issue is InControl Touch Pro Infotainment System Freeze with 2,100 owner reports. Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $300 to $3,500. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
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NHTSA Recalls10 recalls
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-Type, 2020-2021 F-Pace, and 2021 XF vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC. (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Jaguar F-Pace vehicles. The Auto High Beam (AHB) system does not indicate through the instrument cluster when the high beams are illuminated automatically. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2019 Jaguar F-Pace, F-Type, and XJ vehicles equipped with V6 or V8 gasoline engines. The crankshaft pulley retaining bolt may have been improperly manufactured, possibly causing the crankshaft pulley bolt to fracture, potentially resulting in engine failure.
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2022 Jaguar F-Type, F-Pace, and XF vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat belt pretensioners may be damaged, which can cause the seat belts to not properly restrain occupants.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Jaguar F-PACE vehicles. The incorrect tail lights may have been installed, resulting in rear turn signals that do not illuminate properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common Jaguar F-PACE problems?
According to Au7o's analysis of 7,510+ owner reports, the 2017-2023 Jaguar F-PACE has 12 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Ingenium Engine Water Pump Failure, Front Seat Belt Pretensioner Damaged in Assembly on Facelift Models (Recall 22V524), Ingenium I6 3.0L Petrol Cam Carrier Oil Gallery Not Fully Drilled (Recall 23V045 / H426). Of these, 5 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Jaguar F-PACE reliable?
The 2017-2023 Jaguar F-PACE has 12 known issues documented across 7,510+ owner reports. 5 issues are rated critical: Ingenium Engine Water Pump Failure and Front Seat Belt Pretensioner Damaged in Assembly on Facelift Models (Recall 22V524) and Ingenium I6 3.0L Petrol Cam Carrier Oil Gallery Not Fully Drilled (Recall 23V045 / H426) and TFT Virtual Instrument Cluster Goes Blank and Resets While Driving (Recalls 17V678 / 18V052, Jaguar H056) and Crankshaft Pulley Retaining Bolt Fracture (Recall 19V039 / H181). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
How much does it cost to fix common Jaguar F-PACE problems?
Repair costs for known Jaguar F-PACE issues range from $0 to $3,500, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Ingenium Engine Water Pump Failure, typically costs $800-$1,800 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
What year Jaguar F-PACE is the most reliable?
Reliability varies across model years of the Jaguar F-PACE. Based on documented issues, problems are most commonly reported in earlier model years. Au7o recommends checking the specific known issues for your target year before purchasing, and having a pre-purchase inspection performed by a qualified mechanic. Our known issues database covers the 2017-2023 Jaguar F-PACE with 12 documented issues documented across 7,510+ owner reports.
What is the 2018-2023 Jaguar F-PACE Ingenium Engine Water Pump Failure?
The Ingenium 2.0L and 3.0L engines in the F-PACE suffer from premature water pump failures. The pump leaks coolant (on the 3.0L I6, from the water pump weep chamber), which can lead to low coolant and overheating if not caught. Repairs typically run $800-$1,800. Severity: high.
What is the 2022 Jaguar F-PACE Front Seat Belt Pretensioner Damaged in Assembly on Facelift Models (Recall 22V524)?
Recall 22V524 / H412 covers certain 2022 F-PACE vehicles built January 17–March 8, 2022, which may contain damaged front seat-belt pretensioner tubes. This can reduce or prevent pretensioning during a crash and increase injury risk. Normal belt feel or the absence of a warning la… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
What is the 2023 Jaguar F-PACE Ingenium I6 3.0L Petrol Cam Carrier Oil Gallery Not Fully Drilled (Recall 23V045 / H426)?
On a small number of Ingenium inline-six 3.0L petrol engines the camshaft carrier oil gallery was not fully drilled during machining. With the gallery blocked, oil accumulates against the rubber membrane of the engine pressure control valve. That leads either to an external oil l… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
What is the 2017-2018 Jaguar F-PACE TFT Virtual Instrument Cluster Goes Blank and Resets While Driving (Recalls 17V678 / 18V052, Jaguar H056)?
Early F-PACE models with the TFT virtual instrument cluster suffer an unstable supply voltage to certain circuits inside the cluster at elevated operating temperatures. The display goes completely blank and then resets itself while the vehicle is in motion, taking the speedometer… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
What is the 2019 Jaguar F-PACE Crankshaft Pulley Retaining Bolt Fracture (Recall 19V039 / H181)?
Certain 2019 F-PACE vehicles were recalled for a crankshaft-pulley retaining bolt from an out-of-specification batch. Cracking can cause the bolt to break, allowing pulley movement that can damage the crankshaft nose and cause engine failure. The filing lists 251 F-PACE vehicles… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
What is the 2017-2023 Jaguar F-PACE ZF 8HP Transmission Valve Body Malfunction?
The ZF 8HP automatic transmission used across the F-PACE range develops valve body issues causing harsh shifts, delayed engagement, and occasional limp mode. On 2018 2.0L Ingenium petrol F-PACEs, Jaguar bulletin JTB00637NAS1 attributes hesitation and harsh gear changes to engine… Repairs typically run $1,500-$3,500. Severity: medium.
What is the 2017-2020 Jaguar F-PACE Coolant Crossover Pipe Leak on Supercharged V6?
The coolant crossover pipe on the 3.0L supercharged V6 in the F-PACE develops leaks at the O-ring seals where it connects under the supercharger. The heat cycling from the supercharger accelerates seal degradation, causing a slow coolant leak that is difficult to detect visually. Repairs typically run $600-$1,400. Severity: medium.
What is the 2018-2020 Jaguar F-PACE OBD Tracker Can Keep the Instrument Cluster Awake and Drain the Battery (SSM74635)?
Jaguar SSM74635 covers certain 2018–2020 F-PACE vehicles with an XCL Midline instrument cluster. An OBD-connected tracker can send an unsupported diagnostic request that prevents the instrument cluster from entering sleep mode, resulting in a low-battery warning or a no-start. Ot… Severity: medium.
What is the 2017-2018 Jaguar F-PACE Parking Brake Warning or Failure to Release from a Rear Harness Connection Fault?
Jaguar SSM73690 documents an F-PACE X761 parking-brake/ABS warning and possible failure to release caused by a loose connection at C34A. The specified open-circuit codes are C2007-13 for the right motor and C2008-13 for the left; these describe circuits, not proof that a caliper… Severity: medium.
What is the 2017-2020 Jaguar F-PACE InControl Touch Pro Infotainment System Freeze?
The InControl Touch Pro infotainment system in early F-PACE models freezes, reboots mid-drive, or becomes unresponsive to touch input. Jaguar attributed these faults to the system software and released Touch Pro software updates (e.g. bulletin 6-368USA, phase 3.0 for 2018 F-PACE)… Severity: low.
What is the 2017-2023 Jaguar F-PACE Panoramic Sunroof Creaking and Popping Noise?
The panoramic glass roof on the F-PACE develops creaking and popping noises over rough roads and during temperature changes. Jaguar SSM72673 traces a tick from the fixed glass panel to a temporary adhesive spot, used to hold the glass while its polyurethane bond cures, breaking a… Severity: low.
What is the 2017-2023 Jaguar F-PACE Rear Differential Mount Bushing Premature Wear?
The rear differential mount bushings on the F-PACE wear prematurely, causing a clunking noise during acceleration and deceleration transitions. The rubber bushings deteriorate faster than expected due to the torque loads from the all-wheel-drive system. Repairs typically run $300-$900. Severity: low.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.