Model year guide

2012 Jaguar XK

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Jaguar XK is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 27 on record.

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

2012 Jaguar XK at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints2
Combined17–19 mpg
Typical price$47,518

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

2012 Jaguar XK recalls 2

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #15V038000 · manufacturer #J049 · 27/01/2015

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Jaguar XK vehicles manufactured March 4, 2011, to March 20, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the front side lamps (parking lamps) may turn off after approximately 5 minutes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associa…

Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update software that controls the front side lamps, free of charge. The recall began March 5, 2015. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J049.

Electrical System NHTSA Campaign #13V340000 · manufacturer #J030 · 05/08/2013

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 XK convertible vehicles manufactured October 1, 2010, through August 1, 2013. The switch in the overhead roof console also activates the power operated windows when the convertible roof is opening or closing. The switch does not move downward to close the windows. Therefore, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of F…

Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the overhead roof console, free of charge. The recall began on October 1, 2013. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's recall number is J030.

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.

2012 Jaguar XK common problems

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

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
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.

2012 Jaguar XK MPG & running costs

Combined17–19 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,600
EPA size classMinicompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
Forced inductionSupercharged
Passenger volume74 cu ft
Cargo volume10 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$11,000 more

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.

What's a 2012 Jaguar XK worth?

Low
$42,250
Typical price
$47,518
High
$54,000

From 27 comparable 2012 Jaguar XK listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

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

Fuel (5 yrs)$23,000
Depreciation (5 yrs)$41,200
Total$64,200
Per mile$0.86

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 ($47,518) with the same model 3 model-years older ($22,797), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
188.2 in
Width
74.4 in
Height
52.0–52.4 in
Wheelbase
108.3 in
Curb weight
3,660–3,739 lb
Front track
61.0–61.4 in
Rear track
63.4–63.8 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2012 Jaguar XK — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 305

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 305.

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Bulletin SSM59597Attachme · Electrical System · Apr 2021

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Bulletin SSM59597Attachme · Electrical System · Apr 2021

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Bulletin SSM59597Attachme · Electrical System · Apr 2021

A customer may report "Hood Open" message displays on IP with hood closed.

Bulletin SFCC_09AUG18_REV · Electrical System · Aug 2018

SIM card activation issues

Bulletin SFCC_09AUG18_REV · Equipment · Aug 2018

InControl Touch Pro phase 4 customer letter

Bulletin SFCC_09AUG18_REV · Equipment · Aug 2018

18C - New face of InControl Touch Pro and 18C software improvements

Bulletin SFCC_09AUG18_REV · Electrical System · Aug 2018

Issue: Customer may report door lock cylinder cover missing or has become adrift.

Bulletin SSM71538 Attachm · Equipment · Jul 2018

Issue: Customer may report door lock cylinder cover missing or has become adrift.

Bulletin SSM71538 · Equipment · Jul 2018

Issue: Customer may report door lock cylinder cover missing or has become adrift.

Bulletin SSM71538 Attachm · Equipment · Jul 2018

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

Canadian recalls 2

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2012 Jaguar XK. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Lights And Instruments

Certain vehicles may not comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108 - Lighting System and Retro reflective Devices. Parking lamps may not have been programmed properly and may fail to remain illuminated. This could reduce vehicle conspicuity, which could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will…

Transport Canada #2015026 · Jan 2015

Electrical

Certain vehicles equipped with a convertible roof fail to conform to Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 118 – Power-Operated Window, Partition and Roof Panel Systems. The overhead switch (which operates the convertible roof and the power windows) does not operate in the manner prescribed by the Standard. This could result in inadvertent power window activation, which could ca…

Transport Canada #2013268 · Aug 2013

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Jaguar XK

The Jaguar XK is a two-door 2+2 grand tourer manufactured and marketed by Jaguar Cars from 1996–2012 and by Jaguar Land Rover from 2013–2014 in hatchback coupé and convertible body styles, across two generations. The XK was introduced at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1996 and was discontinued in July 2014.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2012 Jaguar XK trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · XKR · XK
Engines
5.0L 8-cyl · 5.0L 8-cyl 510 hp

2012 Jaguar XK vehicles on record

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Other Jaguar XK model years

2014 2013 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2003

2012 Jaguar XK — frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Jaguar XK have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2012 Jaguar XK. 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 2012 Jaguar XK?

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

What gas mileage does the 2012 Jaguar XK get?

The 2012 Jaguar XK has U.S. EPA estimates of 17–19 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

How much is a 2012 Jaguar XK worth?

Comparable 2012 Jaguar XK listings run roughly $42,250–$54,000, typically around $47,518 (from 27 vehicles).

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