2018 Jaguar XJ
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Jaguar XJ is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.
2018 Jaguar XJ at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2018 Jaguar XJ recalls 0
No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2018 Jaguar XJ.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 6 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.
2018 Jaguar XJ MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 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 2018 Jaguar XJ costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
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
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2018 Jaguar XJ — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 402
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 402.
Cosmetic defect to IDMA and ICDM will also be handled via AutoFRED for specific model callouts.
Bulletin TUCC_APR2025_22 · Apr 2025Leaking windshield that caused the water ingress on the electrical component.
Bulletin TUCC_APR2025_18 · Electrical System · Apr 2025Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Software Update
Bulletin Jaguar_H422_21MAR25 · Mar 2025This extended warranty covers all repairs to, or replacement of the Infotainment Master Controller (IMC), for 1 year from 3rd February 2025 to 3rd February 2026 for all vehicles that have or will have an expired JLR vehicle warranty in this time period - Unlim…
Bulletin MRC_H428_N769_MAR2025_44 · Mar 2025These Customer Satisfaction Programs (CSP’s) are being made available as a benefit under the Class Action settlement agreement for clients who own or lease a Settlement Class vehicle, that requires a wired software update to the Infotainment system IMC to enab…
Bulletin MRC_H419_N725_MAR2025_43 · Mar 2025There have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of brake judder/vibration.
Bulletin SFCC_MAR2025_20 · Service Brakes · Mar 2025There have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of a brake noise concern.
Bulletin SFCC_MAR2025_18 · Service Brakes · Mar 2025There 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 2025FUEL VAPOUR PURGE
Bulletin Jaguar_H422_21FEB25 · Feb 2025NGI Infotainment Class Action Settlement
Bulletin NAS25.02.003 · Feb 2025Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the XJ (LWB) AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 1
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2018 Jaguar XJ. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Lights And Instruments
On certain vehicles, the instrument cluster could go blank intermittently and be unable to display important information. This could result in the driver not being aware of vehicle speed or any malfunction lights turning on, which could affect vehicle performance and increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will update the vehic…
Transport Canada #2017524 · Oct 2017Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
About the Jaguar XJ
The Jaguar XJ is a series of full-size luxury cars produced from 1968 to 2019 by British automobile manufacturer Jaguar Cars. It was produced across four basic platform generations with various updated derivatives of each. From 1970, it was Jaguar's flagship four-door model. A two-door Coupé was also available. The original model was the last Jaguar saloon to have been designed under the leadership of Sir William Lyons, the company's founder, and the model has been featured in a myriad of media and high-profile appearances.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.