2019 Jaguar F-PACE problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
17 owner complaints analyzed
2 distinct recall campaigns
51,039 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2019 model year. Data snapshot: . 7 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Engine is the most frequently named component, appearing in 6 of 17 complaints (35.3%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical and battery issues | 3 | 17.6% |
| Steering behavior | 2 | 11.8% |
| Engine operation | 1 | 5.9% |
| Braking behavior | 1 | 5.9% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Engine | 6 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 1 |
Engine: 6; Electrical System: 3; Engine And Engine Cooling: 3; Air Bags: 2; Fuel/Propulsion System: 2; Steering: 2; Exterior Lighting: 1; Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings: 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 1 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 1 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 2 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 1 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 2 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 1; 25,000 to 49,999: 1; 50,000 to 74,999: 2; 75,000 to 99,999: 1; 100,000 to 149,999: 2; 150,000 and above: 0
50,000 to 74,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (2). 10 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 6 |
| 2025 | 2 |
| 2026 | 4 |
2020: 1; 2021: 1; 2022: 2; 2023: 1; 2024: 6; 2025: 2; 2026: 4
Pattern summary
Engine leads the component reports. Electrical and battery issues appears in 3 complaint narratives. Steering behavior appears in 2 complaint narratives. Engine operation appears in 1 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11545642 · 2023-09-20 (September 20, 2023)
The contact owns a 2019 Jaguar F-Pace. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 mph, the vehicle depressurized. The driver detected smoke emerging from the engine. The contact pulled over and noticed fire emerging from the engine compartment. The vehicle continued to burn down. The battery warning light was illuminated before the failure. There were no reported crashes or injuries. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was not filed. The fire department extinguished the fire and determined the failure was due to an elec…
Owner-reported narrative. 140,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11545642 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11613556 · 2024-09-09 (September 9, 2024)
The contact owns a 2019 Jaguar F-Pace. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the engine was overheating. There was a red triangle displayed on the instrument panel. The battery warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the coolant level, coolant hose, and seals needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 51,039.
Owner-reported narrative. 51,039 miles reported. Look up ODI 11613556 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11700436 · 2025-11-19 (November 19, 2025)
My 2019 Jaguar F Pace has been leaking fluids for over 2 years. A mechanic repaired a coolant pump, however there continues to be fluids leaking. A mechanic informed me my car is making a sound as if the power steering is about to go, which will cause engine failure. After researching, it was brought to my attention this has happened to thousands of f pace owners. I am the only owner of my car which was purchased in April 2019, with 0 miles on it. It now has roughly 92,000 miles on it. I am concerned the engine will fail due to the faulty steer…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11700436 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11760795 · 2026-08-30 (August 30, 2026)
Failure of the Electric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS) rack on 2019 Jaguar Pace causing an immediate safety hazard when driven in the rain. Factory EPAS motor housings suffer from inherent design vulnerability. Power steering to the vehicle was locked up with dashboard warning. Jaguar Monroeville has confirmed need for new steering rack, tie rods, etc costing $8900 including labor. There were no warnings prior to failure as the issue arose when driving in the rain. There is an active community of over 1800 JLR drivers called JLR Power Steer…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11760795 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11722635 · 2026-03-07 (March 7, 2026)
Check Engine light POO14 , indicates shake , stall and loss of power. Appointment is scheduled with Jaguar, this is a known problem and recall however my specific model has no yet been placed on recall , definitely a safety problem that shall not be noticed only until an accident occurs to me myself or others.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11722635 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11494589 · 2022-11-22 (November 22, 2022)
The contact owns a 2019 Jaguar F-Pace. The contact stated that while driving forward into a parking space and depressing the brake pedal to stop, the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration causing the vehicle to drive forward and crash into the rear of a second parked vehicle. During the incident, the contact sustained a neck and head injury which did not require medical treatment. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. No police report was taken. The manufacturer was notified o…
Owner-reported narrative. 50,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11494589 at NHTSA ↗