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2017 Jaguar F Pace Recalls, Issues & Maintenance

The 2017 Jaguar F Pace carries 4 open NHTSA recalls — most recently covering driveshaft and fuel pump. Owners report 8 recurring issue clusters, led by “Coolant system leak and engine overheating.” Jaguar service is built around an annual visit. Cars from the 1990s ran about 10,000 miles between services; the V8 era moved to 16,000 miles or 12 months; and modern cars use a service indicator that counts down from the same annual ceiling based on how you drive. New Jaguars include EliteCare, which covers scheduled maintenance for 5 years or 60,000 miles. Two things deserve a straight answer here. First, 1997 to 2002 V8s had plastic timing-chain tensioners that crack with age, and an unfixed one can wreck the engine. Second, the automatic transmission is marketed as filled for life, but ZF, the company that builds it, publishes its own fluid-change guidance. Both are covered below.

4 Open Recalls

Source: NHTSA

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Campaign #17V153000 · Sep 3, 2017

Issue: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2017 Jaguar F-PACE vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. These vehicles may have been built with a rear driveshaft that is too short, potentially resulting the driveshaft separating from the vehicle.

Risk: If the driveshaft detaches, a loss of drive power would result, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driveshafts, replacing any that are incorrect, free of charge. The recall began May 1, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H009.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Campaign #17V491000 · Apr 8, 2017

Issue: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling one 2017 Jaguar F-PACE vehicle equipped with a 3.0L engine. A bolt used to attach the high pressure fuel pump may be too long. As a result, the fuel pump may not be properly secured and the fuel line may crack and leak.

Risk: A fuel line crack may leak fuel into the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: Jaguar will notify the owner, and a dealer will replace both fuel pumps and the associated fuel lines, free of charge. The recall began September 12, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H039.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Campaign #17V678000 · Oct 26, 2017

Issue: 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.

Fix: 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.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Campaign #18V052000 · Dec 1, 2018

Issue: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2017-2018 F-Pace 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.

Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began on February 16, 2018. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Note: This recall expands the scope of vehicles recalled under 17V-678. Jaguar's number for this recall is H056.

Recall data refreshed Sep 13, 2026.

Known issues for this vehicle

What drivers and federal regulators have officially reported about the 2017 Jaguar F Pace.

1 active NHTSA investigation

Source: NHTSA

  • Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

    Action #EA21002 · opened Sep 17, 2021

    From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 200…

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Reported to NHTSA

Coolant system leak and engine overheating

ENGINE

14 NHTSA complaints · 2021-04 → 2026-06

“The contact owns a 2017 Jaguar F-Pace. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the low coolant warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and parked the vehicle”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11745108
“The Y Pipe cracked and all the coolant blew out and the engine overheated and was destroyed. They said the fix was $23-$25,000 for a new motor”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11654672
“60,000 miles, the head gasket blew in traffic. Jaguar dealer quotes $35,000 to replace engine”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11708269

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Headlight condensation causing dipped beam fault

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

2 NHTSA complaints · 2024-04 → 2026-04

“The front drivers side headlamp malfunctioned after condensation entered the lamp via rain and then humidity. The issue first started April 12, 2026”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11734325
“While driving in the rain the headlights stopped working. An error popped up on the dashboard indicating a dipped beam fault”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11585185

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Rear brake pad squeak after replacement

SERVICE BRAKES

2 NHTSA complaints · 2022-06 → 2023-02

“The contact owns a 2017 Jaguar F-Pace. The contact stated while depressing the brake pedal there was a squeaking sound coming from underneath the vehicle”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11507216
“The contact owns a 2017 Jaguar F-Pace. The contact stated that extra travel time was needed for the vehicle to come to a complete stop with an abnormal, screeching sound coming from the vehicle without warning”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11468595

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Timing chain failure causing engine seizure

ENGINE

5 NHTSA complaints · 2021-04 → 2026-05

“Within a year I was on the freeway and my car just stopped in mid traffic which a semi diesel truck almost hit me due to engine failure. My car just stopped and my check engine light did not come on until this day”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11738232
“WHILE DRIVING ON THE 75 HWY MY TIMING CHAIN BROKE (COMMON FOR THIS ENGINE, I AM FINDING OUT) AND THE ENGINE SHUT OFF CAUSING ME TO BRAKE AND NEARLY GETTING REAR ENDED”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11406687
“Timing chain stretched which caused engine to seize and fail at 80,000 miles. Engines replaced along with new timing, chains and belts”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11581675

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Turbocharger failure with oil intrusion into exhaust

ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

7 NHTSA complaints · 2021-04 → 2024-08

“Oil leaking from turbo charger into exhaust”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11611051
“Was accerelating from stop, heard a pop and vechical went into limp mode with several warnings on dash. Pulled over and white smoke was coming from exhaust. Turbo had blown and sucked all oil into exhaust and catalytic converter”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11565428
“The impeller fan on the turbo was improperly balanced and caused shrapnel to travel downstream through the turbo, engine, diesel particulate filter and the exhaust system. When this happened the vehicle immediately shut down and was unable to drive”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11534598

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Unexpected engine shutdown while driving

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

4 NHTSA complaints · 2017-10 → 2023-07

“THE VEHICLE, WHICH WAS LESS THAN 18 MOS OLD, WAS AT RANDOM TIMES HAVING DIFFICULTY STARTING (CHUGGING AND HESITATING). I TOOK IT INTO THE SHOP, AND AFTER ONE DAY THEY SAID THEY COULD NOT REPLICATE THE PROBLEM”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11128203
“This has happened to us 3 times where we would have between 17-25 miles left on gas in our car and the vehicle would completely shut down on us; once on the freeway and once on an extremely busy street”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11461719
“While driving alert system displays “charging system fault” without any further warning car begins to slow down and all the system alerts start flashing, windshield wipers come on and then car come to stop”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11532399

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Electric power steering loss while driving

STEERING

3 NHTSA complaints · 2017-08 → 2017-10

“F PACE INCIDENT WHILE TRAVELING EAST ON I-80, JUST PAST THE HIRSCHDALE EXIT, A SUDDEN ROCKING OF THE CAR OCCURRED ON ENTERING AN UPGRADE CURVE WHILE PASSING A TRUCK AT ABOUT 65 MPH”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11012316
“WHEN PARKING THE POWER STEERING IS REDUCED. WHEN DRIVING THE POWER STEERING IS REDUCED. THIS CAUSES ME TO LOSE CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE. THE WHOLE WHEEL LOCKS UP”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11032820
“MY BRAND NEW JAGUAR PACE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILED. IT TOOK JAGUAR 4 WEEKS TO FIX. WHEN I PICKED UP CAR THE STEERING WAS VERY UNSAFE, SHAKING AND MAKING A NOISES”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11033052

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Airbag non-deployment in crash

AIR BAGS

2 NHTSA complaints · 2017-04 → 2024-11

“AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY UPON COLLISION WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE 2017 F-PACE JAGUAR WAS INSPECTED BY BOTH A COLLISION SPECIALIST AND AN INSURANCE AGENT AND IT WAS DEEMED A TOTAL LOSS”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11627577
“I BOUGHT NEW 2017 JAGUAR F-PACE. BEEN INVOLVED IN 2 ACCIDENTS. NEITHER TIME DID AIR BAGS INFLAT. AIR BAG LIGHT WENT OFF AND SEAT BELTS LOCKED UP SECOND TIME”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10980352

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Issues on other model years

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI). Complaint data refreshed Sep 13, 2026. Investigation data refreshed Sep 13, 2026.

We display NHTSA's record with attribution; we don't editorialize on what these complaints mean for any specific vehicle.

Essential maintenance

Critical for safety and preventing major damage

Oil & Filter Change

Every 10,000 mi

Annual on every era of Jaguar. The 1990s sixes list about 10,000 miles; V8 and Ingenium cars list up to 16,000 miles or 12 months, with the service indicator shortening that under hard use. Many independent shops suggest more frequent changes on the 2.0L Ingenium because of documented oil-dilution reports. Follow your manual and never pass the 12-month mark.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$120–$160

Shop

~$85–$115

DIY

~$25–$55

Full synthetic costs more than conventional. 5-quart 0W-20 + filter is the typical bill.

Tire Rotation

Every 10,000 mi

Rotate with each service where fitment allows. Many F-Type and R models run staggered sizes that cannot rotate; check wear and age instead.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Often free at the shop where you bought the tires — worth asking before paying.

Brake Fluid

Every 20,000 mi

Every 2 years on most models; some older schedules stretch to 3. Fluid absorbs moisture on the calendar, not the odometer, so low-mileage cars still need this. The I-Pace keeps the 2-year interval even though regenerative braking saves the pads.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$180–$200

Shop

~$125–$140

DIY

~$10–$25

DOT 3 or 4 — match the cap. Vacuum bleeders make this a one-person DIY.

Brake Inspection

Every 10,000 mi

Pads, rotors, and hoses checked at every annual service.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Most shops do this free as a courtesy with any service. Don't pay separately if you can avoid it.

Important maintenance

Keeps your vehicle running smoothly and efficiently

Timing Chain Tensioners (1997–2002 V8s)

Every 35,000 mi

Applies to early AJ-V8 cars: XK8 and XKR from 1997, XJ8 and XJR from 1998, through roughly 2002. The original plastic-bodied tensioners crack with heat and age, and a failure can bend valves. This was never on the factory schedule; it is a known flaw. If your car has not had the updated metal tensioners fitted, have them inspected, especially past 35,000 miles.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Pro only

Timing chains are normally lifetime. Listen for rattle on cold start — that's the actionable signal. Replacement is major work, quote separately.

Spark Plugs

Every 40,000 mi

Roughly 30,000 to 40,000 miles on the older V8s and about 40,000 to 50,000 on supercharged cars, commonly hitting the 6-year service point first. Check your manual for the exact figure for your engine.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$285–$390

Shop

~$200–$275

DIY

~$25–$100

Iridium plugs cost more but last 100k+ miles. V6/V8 access varies wildly — some are tough.

Transmission Fluid (ZF Automatic)

Every 60,000 mi

Jaguar calls the ZF automatics filled for life. ZF itself recommends fresh fluid and a filter roughly every 50,000 to 75,000 miles or 8 years. We side with the company that built the gearbox. Budget for this service; it is far cheaper than a transmission.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$330–$500

Shop

~$235–$355

DIY

~$60–$180

Some sealed transmissions have no dipstick — fill is precise and best left to a shop. Many drivers can still DIY drain-and-fill.

Engine Air Filter

Every 30,000 mi

Typically 30,000 miles or so under normal conditions, sooner in dusty areas. Inspected at every annual service.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$60–$95

Shop

~$45–$70

DIY

~$15–$40

5-minute job on most cars; the airbox lid usually has clips, no tools needed.

Recommended maintenance

Extends the life of your vehicle and improves comfort

Cabin Air Filter

Every 15,000 mi

Annually or about every 15,000 miles.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$60–$95

Shop

~$45–$70

DIY

~$15–$40

Usually behind the glovebox. Shops charge labor for a 10-minute job — easy DIY win.

Engine Coolant

Every 100,000 mi

Modern long-life coolant runs roughly 10 years or 100,000+ miles; 1990s cars need a change every few years. On the I-Pace the coolant loop cools the battery pack, and that service is best left to shops trained on high-voltage systems.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$285–$330

Shop

~$200–$235

DIY

~$25–$60

Use the manufacturer-specified coolant — wrong color/chemistry can damage the cooling system.

Drive Belt

Every 60,000 mi

No fixed factory interval; inspected at each service and replaced on condition. On Ingenium engines, oil leaks reaching the belt and tensioner are a documented failure pattern worth checking at every oil change.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$195–$235

Shop

~$135–$165

DIY

~$20–$50

DIY-friendly if you can reach the tensioner. Inspect for cracks rather than swap on a strict mileage interval.

12V Battery

Every 25,000 mi

Tested at each annual service. Modern Jaguars carry heavy electronics loads and are sensitive to weak batteries; the I-Pace depends on the 12V system to wake the EV drivetrain.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$225–$390

Shop

~$160–$280

DIY

~$130–$250

Most auto-parts stores test and install batteries free with purchase. Skip the dealer markup.

Fatal crash history & reported problems

Occupant deaths in fatal crashes (FARS)

12 crashes 2010–2024

FARS counts every occupant death in a fatal crash, whatever the cause — it does not mean the vehicle was at fault or defective. Counts are not adjusted for how many of each vehicle are on the road. How to read this number

Owner-reported problem signals

Separate from the federal fatality data above: complaints owners filed with NHTSA about this year and model. These are reports of problems, unverified, and are counted here only as signals.

3

complaints mentioning a crash

2

complaints mentioning a fire

Reviewed known issues for this vehicle·Open recalls for this vehicle

Typical U.S. ranges. Actual quotes vary by shop, parts choice, and vehicle condition.

How we estimate: Dealer = OEM parts × 1.4 + labor × $165/hr. Shop = parts + labor × $115/hr. DIY = parts only.

This maintenance schedule for the 2017 Jaguar F Pace reflects Jaguar's published service intervals and the Jaguar Service Interval Indicator system. Your actual service needs may vary based on driving conditions, climate, and vehicle usage. Always consult your owner's manual for model-specific recommendations.

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