2016 Jaguar F-Type: Problems & Reliability
NOT FLAGGED2016 Jaguar F-Type: NOT FLAGGED — 11 owner complaints, outside the three heaviest complaint-and-bulletin records for this model; top issue: electrical system (4 complaints).
The Jaguar F-Type isn't scored by the verdict engine yet, so the 2016 is ranked on volume — owner complaints plus a quarter weight for service bulletins. It ranks 4th of 12 model years from 2013 to 2024.
Sources: NHTSA owner complaints (ODI), recall campaigns and manufacturer service bulletins, CarWhere verified buyer prices · Model years 2013–2024 compared · Updated 2026-11-07 · By CarWhere Research · Methodology
11
NHTSA complaints
12
Model years compared
430
Service bulletins
1
Recall campaigns
Most-reported 2016 Jaguar F-Type problems
Electrical system is the clear leader, named in 36% of complaints.
| Component | Complaints | Share of 2016 complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 4 | 36% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 3 | 27% |
| Engine | 3 | 27% |
| Steering | 2 | 18% |
| Unknown or other | 2 | 18% |
A complaint can name more than one component, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2016 Jaguar F-Type recalls
1 recall campaign on federal record for the 2016 (reported Sep 11, 2015).
| NHTSA campaign | Reported | Component |
|---|---|---|
| 15V569000 | Sep 11, 2015 | Steering › Electric power assist system |
2016 Jaguar F-Type service bulletins
The manufacturer has filed 430 technical service bulletins with NHTSA for the 2016 — close to the 365 of the median F-Type year from 2013 to 2024. Coded bulletins most often cover electrical system (167), powertrain / transmission (41), engine & cooling (38). Bulletins are repair instructions for dealer technicians, not recalls.
The 2016 vs. the year before and after
From the 2015 to the 2016, owner complaints rose 83% (6 → 11). The 2017 that followed fell by more than half (11 → 2), so the 2017 has the lighter record so far.
| Model year | Verdict | Complaints | Bulletins | Recalls | Avg. buyer-paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 F-Type | AVOID | 6 | 502 | 3 | — |
| 2016 (this page) | — | 11 | 430 | 1 | — |
| 2017 F-Type | — | 2 | 393 | 2 | — |
Prices are averages of CarWhere verified buyer transactions (shown when 3+ deals exist for the year). Full year-by-year table: Jaguar F-Type years to avoid.
What to check on a used 2016 Jaguar F-Type
Electrical system (4 complaints on the 2016): test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system, and have the car scanned for stored fault codes.
Powertrain / transmission (3 complaints on the 2016): test-drive from cold through every gear and feel for slipping, harsh or delayed shifts and shudder; ask whether the transmission fluid has been serviced.
Engine (3 complaints on the 2016): cold-start it yourself and listen for ticking or knocking; check for oil leaks, low coolant and a lit check-engine light, and ask for oil-change records.
Steering (2 complaints on the 2016): check for a steering warning light, heavy or notchy steering at parking speed, and clunks over bumps.
Electronic stability control (2 complaints on the 2016): make sure the stability-control and ABS lights go out after start-up.
Recalls: confirm the campaign above was completed on this VIN.
Nearby F-Type years with a better rating: 2013.
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FAQ
Is the 2016 Jaguar F-Type reliable?
2016 Jaguar F-Type: NOT FLAGGED — 11 owner complaints, outside the three heaviest complaint-and-bulletin records for this model; top issue: electrical system (4 complaints). The Jaguar F-Type isn't scored by the verdict engine yet, so the 2016 is ranked on volume — owner complaints plus a quarter weight for service bulletins. It ranks 4th of 12 model years from 2013 to 2024.
What are the most common 2016 Jaguar F-Type problems?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the most-reported areas on the 2016 Jaguar F-Type are electrical system (4, 36%), powertrain / transmission (3, 27%), engine (3, 27%). The manufacturer has 430 service bulletins on file for this model year.
How many recalls does the 2016 Jaguar F-Type have?
1 recall campaign on federal record for the 2016 Jaguar F-Type, most recently 15V569000 (Sep 11, 2015, steering). Recall completion is VIN-specific, so check the exact car.
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Sources & method
Complaint, recall and service-bulletin counts for the 2016 Jaguar F-Type come from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation; the model is ranked on complaint and bulletin volume until the verdict engine scores it. Complaints are owner allegations, not verified defects. Full methodology.