The contact owns a 2020 Jaguar F-Pace. The contact stated that while parked or while driving on several occasions, the rear passenger-side seat belt strap became loose and failed to retract as needed, requiring the contact to fiddle with the seat belt until it retracted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and to the dealer, but the failure could not be replicated. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 21V667000 (Seat Belts). The failure mileage was unknown.
The worst 2020 Jaguar F-Pace problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical3
- Seat belts3
- Acceleration1
- Brakes1
- Driver assistance1
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Electrical3
- Seat belts3
- Acceleration1
- Brakes1
- Driver assistance1
- Engine1
- Seats1
- Steering1
- Transmission1
Recalls 2
Seat belts: rear/other: retractor
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 20, 2021. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1‑800‑452‑4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H378.
Recall number 21V667000 · Recall details
Exterior lighting: lighting control module: software
- What is wrong
- 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."
- Risk
- The driver may be unaware that the high beams are illuminated, reducing visibility for oncoming traffic, and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began April 2, 2021. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1‑800‑452‑4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H332.
Recall number 21V118000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2020 Jaguar F-Pace 366
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Exhaust System Oxygen (O2) Sensors
- Unable to select Navigation when pressing the navigation Tile on the Touchscreen.
- Driver or Passenger seat harness replacement has been performed to rectify the concern, but no evidence...
- Body Control Module (BCM) does not fully meet US importation requirements
- Smart Key Deactivated message on instrument cluster and is unable to start their vehicle.
- 12V startup battery flat - mild hybrid electric vehicle (MHEV)
- There is a concern/fault with the 48Volt MHEV system.
- There is a concern with the 48Volt charging system(DC/DC) with the vehicle.
- Once the vehicle is powered down via ignition cycle, it may not restart depending on remaining residual...
- After vehicle off, the fan continues to run at high speeds.
2020 Jaguar F-Pace fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4‑cyl | AWD | 22 | 27 | 24 |
| 3.0L 6‑cyl | AWD | 18 | 23 | 20 |
| 5.0L 8‑cyl | AWD | 16 | 21 | 18 |
What 2020 Jaguar F-Pace owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The heating element on the driver’s seat burned a hole in my seat through my sweater while I was driving. Burning smell was not sure where it was coming from. I almost caused an accident trying to maneuver over off the exit to see that my seat warmer is what was causing the Burning smell almost burned me.
The contact owns a 2020 Jaguar F-Pace. The contact stated that the rear passenger’s side seat belt failed to retract as intended. The contact's brother-in-law was seated in the rear seat and the seat belt failed to retract afterwards. The vehicle was taken to a non-Jaguar dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the seat belt automatic locking retractors had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 21V667000 (SEAT BELTS). The failure mileage was approximately 46,000.
The rear seat belts do not retract back nor do they lock in place. You either have to pull and play with them to get them to work properly or they will not work at all!
The contact owns a 2020 Jaguar F-Pace. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in the park gear, the vehicle unintentionally accelerated at approximately 10 MPH and the entire front of the vehicle crashed into several trees where it ultimately came to a stop. There was minor cosmetic damage. No warning light was illuminated. The air bags were deployed. A police report was filed. The contact stated that there were burns on her wrist and her forehead from the impact of the air bag; there was also a knot on the contact's forehead from impact. No medical attention was sought. No one was injured that was not in the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where the diagnosis was pending. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.
Right auxiliary radiator leaks due to the placement and manufacturing of materials used. This can cause car to overheat without warning till it's too late. The coolant odometer just goes high without gradual warning. I looked up possible coolant leaks and dozens of people had the exact same issue. I'm trying to figure out why they're hasn't been a recall on this exact issue when this is jaguars biggest issue. Seems like a ticking time bomb for customers and money grab from Jaguar.
1. ENTIRE engine. And yes (it’s been sitting since May 2024 at Scottsdale AZ JLR) 2. The day after I filled coolant for a 'low coolant' check engine light, my car smoked going uphill and nearly caught fire. I pulled over just in time, then had to walk 2 miles at night, in 30°F weather, without cell service, in the desert. This is a known issue affecting thousands of similar cars, with a Facebook group of nearly 19,000 members reporting the same risks—cars smoking or blowing up without warning, even when serviced per JLR’s recommendations. JLR is refusing to honor warranties, and some incidents have resulted in complete vehicle fires. My attorney advised me to report this and share the FB group for reference: [XXX] 3. Both have confirmed the engine is done and needs an entire replacement. 4. By JLR of Scottsdale yes. Also an independent mechanic in Sedona. Also by my attorney’s expert mechanic who had the oil sent to a lab and when he read the report stated, “the primary cause of engine failure most likely is blown head gasket. That caused coolant to get mixed into the oil, thereby destroying the engine.” 5. NO…which is what is MOST concerning. Just ‘low coolant’ as I mentioned above, which I added. No other check engine light has EVER ignited on the vehicle, which is concerning to me, indicating that no warning lights ever came on which would have indicated to me something needed servicing before the entire engine just blew up. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Battery is drained every time I get an emissions inspection. Next day I have to get it charged and take it the dealer for a "software hard-rest." Supposed to fix problem but every year I have the same issue. Never a SW fix available.
You could not read anything on my dash. It was all rainbow colors. I couldn’t tell how much gas I had or if my car was running hot. Basically everything on the dash that tells you how your car is running. We have the carefirst extended warranty and they would not cover it. It cost me out of pocket 2000 dollars to fix. I do have a picture but unfortunately I couldn’t send it
I drove through about 12 inch water during a flash flood rain down pour. After driving about 200 feet, my steering failed. The instrument panel displayed, power steering assistance reduced. I could not turn the the steering wheel to get in the parking lot. I Google to see what the problem was and there are a lot of people complaining with the same problem. I had towed to the shop and the extended warranty I purchased said it was preexisting problem. I had just purchased the vehicle approximately 3 months prior and had never had this problem. It only messed up after running the water and that is what other owners stated. My comprehensive insurance would not cover neither. Jaquar want to charge me $6700.00 for repair, which I believe should be cover under my warranty, insurance or Jaquar itself. I contact Jaquar headquarters but having received a response.Thank you
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Questions about the 2020 Jaguar F-Pace
Is the 2020 Jaguar F-Pace reliable?
Owners have filed 14 complaints about the 2020 Jaguar F-Pace, close to a typical F-Pace model year.
What is the 2020 Jaguar F-Pace year score?
The 2020 Jaguar F-Pace scores 75 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Jaguar F-Pace: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2020 Jaguar F-Pace?
Electrical system, with 3 complaints. Next is seat belts (3).
How many recalls does the 2020 Jaguar F-Pace have?
2 recalls, covering seat belts and exterior lighting.
What gas mileage does the 2020 Jaguar F-Pace get?
Official estimates for the 2020 Jaguar F-Pace range from 18 to 24 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.0L 4-cyl, AWD) gets 22 city and 27 highway.
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