Model year guide

2012 Jaguar XF

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Jaguar XF is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 84 on record.

2012 Jaguar XF — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2012 Jaguar XF at a glance

Safety recalls5
Owner complaints38
Combined18 mpg
Typical price$28,412

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2012 Jaguar XF recalls 5

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #17V027000 · 10/01/2017

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2012 Jaguar XF vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Unless included in "Zone A" above, Jaguar is recalling certain 2009 Jaguar…

Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J070.

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #16V229000 · 20/04/2016

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2009, 2011, 2012 and 2015 XF vehicles manufactured February 6, 2008 to October 20, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the driver frontal air bags may be missing a chemical enhancer required for the second stage deployment, resulting in the second stage deploying improperly in certain crashes.

Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on May 5, 2016. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J065.

Equipment:other:labels NHTSA Campaign #11V604000 · 28/12/2011

JAGUAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 XF VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 7, 2011, THROUGH NOVEMBER 24, 2011, FOR AN INCORRECT CERTIFICATION LABEL. SINCE THE GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR) IS STATED INCORRECTLY, THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF PART 567, “CERTIFICATION.”

Fix: JAGUAR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LABEL. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE JANUARY 23, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.

Fuel System, Gasoline NHTSA Campaign #12V521000 · 26/10/2012

Jaguar is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 XF vehicles equipped with a 5.0L gasoline engine. The affected vehicles may have a fuel tank fuel outlet flange that may crack.

Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected fuel tank fuel outlet flanges, free of charge. The recall began on December 20, 2012. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-800-452-4827.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #18V010000 · 08/01/2018

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Unless included in "Zone A" above, Jaguar is also recalling certain 2…

Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018. Owners may contact 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J072.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2012 Jaguar XF common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 38 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

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.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

2012 Jaguar XF MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway22 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,225

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2012 Jaguar XF worth?

Low
$24,000
Typical price
$28,412
High
$33,000

From 84 comparable 2012 Jaguar XF listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2012 Jaguar XF costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$21,125
Depreciation (5 yrs)$21,600
Total$42,725
Per mile$0.57

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($28,412) with the same model 3 model-years older ($15,441), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2012 Jaguar XF trims & engines on record

Trims
Portfolio · Base · Supercharged · XF
Engines
5.0L 8-cyl · 5.0L 8-cyl 470 hp

2012 Jaguar XF vehicles on record

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2012 Jaguar XF — frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Jaguar XF have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2012 Jaguar XF. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Jaguar XF?

Based on 38 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, fuel/propulsion system, fuel system.

What gas mileage does the 2012 Jaguar XF get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2012 Jaguar XF at about 18 mpg combined (16 city / 22 highway).

How much is a 2012 Jaguar XF worth?

Comparable 2012 Jaguar XF listings run roughly $24,000–$33,000, typically around $28,412 (from 84 vehicles).

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