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2013 Jaguar XK problems

The most common problem on the 2013 Jaguar XK is body and structure. It has fewer complaints than a typical XK model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
2
Recalls
4
Service bulletins
320
Worst area
Body

The worst 2013 Jaguar XK problems

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

  • Body
    1
  • Fuel system
    1

Problems by type

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  • Body
    1
  • Fuel system
    1

Recalls 4

Exterior lightingReported January 27, 2015 · 4,787 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Jaguar XK vehicles manufactured March 4, 2011, to March 20, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the front side lamps (parking lamps) may turn off after approximately 5 minutes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
If the parking lamps turn off, the vehicle will have reduced conspicuity, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update software that controls the front side lamps, free of charge. The recall began March 5, 2015. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1‑800‑452‑4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J049.

Recall number 15V038000 · Recall details

Equipment: other: labelsReported July 1, 2014 · 144 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 XK (XKR and XKR-S) vehicles manufactured August 24, 2012, to June 10, 2014, and equipped with a 5.0L engine. The tire placard has incorrect information for the spare tire stating "none" for the inflation pressure of the spare wheel. Thus, these vehicles do not comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."
Risk
If the recommended pressure for the spare tire is not provided, the tire may not be properly inflated which may result in its failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and, as necessary, attach a corrected tire placard label stating the tire size and pressure, free of charge. The recall began on August 29, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1‑800‑452‑4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J041.

Recall number 14V389000 · Recall details

Suspension: rearReported March 31, 2014 · 297 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 XJ, XF and XK vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the toe links, components used to control the alignment of the rear wheels, can separate from the rear sub-frame.
Risk
If a toe link separates from the rear sub-frame, a loss of vehicle stability and directional control may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Jaguar notified owners on May 8, 2014, and dealers will replace the nut and washer assembly on the rear toe links, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin around May 27, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1‑855‑524‑8278. Jaguar's number for this recall is J037.

Recall number 14V157000 · Recall details

Electrical systemReported August 5, 2013 · 1,989 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 XK convertible vehicles manufactured October 1, 2010, through August 1, 2013. The switch in the overhead roof console also activates the power operated windows when the convertible roof is opening or closing. The switch does not move downward to close the windows. Therefore, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 118, "Power-Operated Window, Partition, and Roof Panel Systems."
Risk
The power windows may inadvertently be activated and pinch or injure an arm or finger.
Remedy
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the overhead roof console, free of charge. The recall began on October 1, 2013. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1‑800‑452‑4827. Jaguar's recall number is J030.

Recall number 13V340000 · Recall details

See all 4 recalls for the 2013 Jaguar XK

Technical service bulletins for the 2013 Jaguar XK 320

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

See all 320 bulletins for the 2013 Jaguar XK

What 2013 Jaguar XK owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed May 6, 2026 · Fuel system · 76,418 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2013 Jaguar XK. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly misfired and then stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart; however, the vehicle then went into misfire mode. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the left-side fuel injector had experienced a major misfire and fuel leakage was found on the left side of the engine. The contact was informed that the left fuel injector needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 76,418.

Filed Jul 26, 2018 · Body · VA

2013 jaguar xk. Consumer writes in regards to a headliner collapse. *ld *js the consumer stated the adhesive on the headliner was unsafe and created an unhealthy environment.

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Questions about the 2013 Jaguar XK

Is the 2013 Jaguar XK reliable?

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2013 Jaguar XK, fewer than a typical XK model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2013 Jaguar XK?

Body and structure, with 1 complaint. Next is fuel system (1).

How many recalls does the 2013 Jaguar XK have?

4 recalls, covering exterior lighting, equipment and suspension.

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