Model year guide

2017 Jaguar F-TYPE

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 Jaguar F-TYPE is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 15 on record.

2017 Jaguar F-TYPE — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2017 Jaguar F-TYPE at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints2
Combined18–23 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2017 Jaguar F-TYPE recalls 2

Seat Belts:pretensioner NHTSA Campaign #16V940000 · manufacturer #J081 · 28/12/2016

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2017 Jaguar XE vehicles manufactured July 12, 2016, to December 2, 2016, and Jaguar F-Type vehicles manufactured July 14, 2016, to December 16, 2016. The affected vehicles have front seat seatbelt pretensioners that may not function properly in the event of a crash.

Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat belt assemblies, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J081.

Suspension:rear NHTSA Campaign #16V789000 · manufacturer #J076 · 28/10/2016

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2017 Jaguar F-Type SVR vehicles built between February 19, 2016 and August 15, 2016. Due to assembly corrections during manufacturing, the bolts connecting the rear lower control arms to the knuckle assembly may fail prematurely.

Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bolt that connects the rear lower control arm to the rear knuckle joint, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on December 19, 2016. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J07…

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2017 Jaguar F-TYPE common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

2017 Jaguar F-TYPE MPG & running costs

Combined18–23 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,108
EPA size classTwo Seaters
TransmissionAutomatic (S8) or Manual 6-spd
Forced inductionSupercharged
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$8,542 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 12 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Jaguar F-TYPE costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,540
Fuel only$20,540
Per mile$0.27

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
176.0 in
Width
75.6 in
Height
51.6 in
Wheelbase
103.1 in
Curb weight
3,514–3,836 lb
Front track
62.6–63.0 in
Rear track
64.2–65.0 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2017 Jaguar F-TYPE — ranges cover the 3 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 393

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 393.

Electric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS) wiring harness junction box may become corroded over time.

Bulletin H537 UPS0525-2 11AUG25 · Electrical System · Aug 2025

TELEMATIC TCU2 MODULES NO LONGER AVAILABLE

Bulletin TUCC_MAY2025_28 · May 2025

Telematic TCU2 Module 2015-2017MY No Longer Available

Bulletin SSM76314 - 25APR25 · Electrical System · Apr 2025

Leaking windshield that caused the water ingress on the electrical component.

Bulletin TUCC_APR2025_18 · Electrical System · Apr 2025

Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Software Update

Bulletin Jaguar_H422_21MAR25 · Mar 2025

There have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of brake judder/vibration.

Bulletin SFCC_MAR2025_20 · Service Brakes · Mar 2025

There have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of a brake noise concern.

Bulletin SFCC_MAR2025_18 · Service Brakes · Mar 2025

There have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of a rear brake warning being illuminated on the instrument cluster.

Bulletin SFCC_MAR2025_17 · Service Brakes · Mar 2025

FUEL VAPOUR PURGE

Bulletin Jaguar_H422_21FEB25 · Feb 2025

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may illuminate

Bulletin Jaguar_H422_17JAN25 · Power Train · Jan 2025

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the F-TYPE RWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 2

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2017 Jaguar F-TYPE. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Seats And Restraints

Certain vehicles may have been equipped with front seat belt pretensioners that do not meet specifications. This could cause the pretensioners to fail to deploy in the event of a crash, which could increase the risk of injury to the front seat occupants. Correction: Dealers will check the production date of the front seat belt assemblies (which incorporate the pretensioners) an…

Transport Canada #2016651 · Dec 2016

Suspension

On certain F-TYPE SVR specification vehicles, the rear lower control arm knuckle assembly deformable bolt may have been torqued multiple times during the time of assembly contrary to the specification. This could cause the anti-corrosion coating to come off, exposing bare metal to the environment, resulting in premature fatigue failure causing separation of the joint. A separat…

Transport Canada #2016531 · Oct 2016

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

2017 Jaguar F-TYPE trims & engines on record

Trims
S · R · F-Type
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl 380 hp · 5.0L 8-cyl 550 hp · 3.0L 6-cyl 340 hp

2017 Jaguar F-TYPE vehicles on record

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Other Jaguar F-TYPE model years

2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2016 2015 2014 2013

2017 Jaguar F-TYPE — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Jaguar F-TYPE have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2017 Jaguar F-TYPE. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Jaguar F-TYPE?

Across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are fuel/propulsion system, engine.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Jaguar F-TYPE get?

The 2017 Jaguar F-TYPE has U.S. EPA estimates of 18–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (12 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.