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2018 Jaguar Xe problems

The most common problem on the 2018 Jaguar Xe is electrical system. Its complaint count is close to a typical Xe model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
8
Recalls
3
Service bulletins
607
Worst area
Electrical

The worst 2018 Jaguar Xe problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Electrical
    2
  • Seat belts
    2
  • Body
    1
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Seats
    1

Problems by type

Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.

  • Electrical
    2
  • Seat belts
    2
  • Body
    1
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Seats
    1
  • Tires
    1
  • Wheels
    1

Recalls 3

Structure: bodyReported April 8, 2021 · 3 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2017-2018 and 2020 Jaguar XE vehicles that received a replacement rear rail assembly as part of a service repair. Missing spot welds may weaken the structural strength of the rear rail assembly.
Risk
The weakened rear rail assembly may allow the rear bumper beam to detach when the vehicle is being towed or the tow-bar assembly to detach when towing a trailer. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear rail assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 7, 2021. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1‑800‑452‑4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H349.

Recall number 21V248000 · Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system: fuel railReported February 2, 2018 · 10,073 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2018 Jaguar XE, XF, E-PACE, F-PACE and F-TYPE vehicles equipped with a 2.0L gasoline engine. The fuel rail end caps may leak, possibly resulting in fuel vapor or liquid fuel leaking into the engine bay.
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began on March 8, 2018. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1‑800‑452‑4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H081.

Recall number 18V090000 · Recall details

Electrical system: instrument cluster/panelReported October 26, 2017 · 7,036 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 17V678000 · Recall details

See all 3 recalls for the 2018 Jaguar Xe

Technical service bulletins for the 2018 Jaguar Xe 607

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 607 bulletins for the 2018 Jaguar Xe

What 2018 Jaguar Xe owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 30, 2025 · Electrical · PA

Rear camera stopped working. When backing up there is a safety hazard of not being able to see low objects behind car. I took it to an independent service center060

Filed Dec 12, 2023 · Fuel system · 110,000 miles · TN

The contact owns a 2018 Jaguar XE. The contact stated that while driving, there was an abnormally strong fuel odor in the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where a diagnostic test was performed, and the contact was informed that the low-pressure fuel tank needed to be replaced. The contact had the part replaced; however, a week after the repair, the failure returned. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where a hairline crack was found on the fuel feed line. Upon investigation, the contact discovered that the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 18V090000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) which he linked to the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not under recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

Filed Apr 25, 2023 · Electrical · 12,000 miles · LA

The contact owns a 2018 Jaguar XE. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the instrument cluster went blank, and the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that an unknown service required message and other unknown warning lights were illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer on three separate occasions however, the failures could not be duplicated. The contact stated that the failure was recurring and that when shifting the gear into reverse(R) an abnormal sound was heard. The vehicle was then taken back to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that an unknown fuel and wheel component needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that smoke was coming from the engine compartment. The contact made the dealer aware of the issue, and the vehicle was waiting to be taken back to be diagnosed and repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 12,000.

Filed Aug 9, 2022 · Body · MD

When it rains, the trunk fills with water killing the batter and causing all kinds of electrical problems. This issue is well documented and confirmed by doing a simple Google search “Water on the Jaguar XE trunk” or visit any of the Jaguar forums that are filled with complaints about water filling the truck of the Jaguar XE model, e.g. https://www.xeforums.co.uk/threads/the-dreaded-water-leak.7577/

Filed Jul 21, 2020 · Tires · 13,035 miles · FL

My wife was driving the 1998 jaguar xe 20d with about 13,000 on odometer, on the highway (I-95) at normal speeds when suddenly she saw in an instant that the dash indicated a problem with the tire and the car started to jerk to the other lane and she could barely brake. Luckily no one was injured nor was the car damaged or hit. I came over and when I arrived I saw that the rear passenger tire had basically disintegrated. The thread was out of the tire and the sides of the tire embedded in the wheel rim which helped avoid damage to rim as the car was riding on the rim at that point. A support truck from florida dot came and assisted in installing spare tire. Technician noted that there was nothing that seems to hit the tire. It seemed to be a catastrophic failure from the tire. Car has only 13,000 miles. Tires are always inflated to correct recommended psi. Perhaps these tires need to be recalled?

Filed Jul 16, 2020 · Wheels · 13,000 miles · FL

Re: pirelli p7 cinturato 225/50r 17 98h my wife was driving the 1998 jaguar xe 20d with about 13,000 on odometer, on the highway (I-95) at normal speeds when suddenly she saw in an instant that the dash indicated a problem with the tire and the car started to jerk to the other lane and she could barely brake. Luckily no one was injured nor was the car damaged or hit. I came over and when I arrived I saw that the rear passenger tire had basically disintegrated. The thread was out of the tire and the sides of the tire embedded in the wheel rim which helped avoid damage to rim as the car was riding on the rim at that point. A support truck from florida dot came and assisted in installing spare tire. Technician noted that there was nothing that seems to hit the tire. It seemed to be a catastrophic failure from the tire. Car has only 13,000 miles. Tires are always inflated to correct recommended psi. Perhaps these tires need to be recalled?

Filed Oct 10, 2019 · Seat belts · CA

Dealer leases me a car that does not properly fit a child booster seat. Seat is 12 inches in width and the booster seats do not come less that 15 inches wide. I have contact the dealer and as well left my car for several day to only receive notification that they will not be able to do anything besides reimbursing me for a booster seat that I find on my own that is less than 15 inches wide.

Filed Jun 23, 2019 · Seat belts, Seats · CA

Back seat does not buckle a child's booster seat properly. Seat remains twisted when seat belt is attached and child is not seated properly

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Is the 2018 Jaguar Xe reliable?

Owners have filed 8 complaints about the 2018 Jaguar Xe, close to a typical Xe model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2018 Jaguar Xe?

Electrical system, with 2 complaints. Next is seat belts (2).

How many recalls does the 2018 Jaguar Xe have?

3 recalls, covering structure, fuel system, gasoline and electrical system.

Was there a recall on the 2018 Jaguar Xe electrical?

Yes, 1 recall: 17V678000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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