2019 Jaguar F-Type: Problems & Reliability
NOT FLAGGED2019 Jaguar F-Type: NOT FLAGGED — 4 owner complaints, 1.0× the F-Type median year by raw count; top issue: exterior lighting (2 complaints).
The Jaguar F-Type isn't scored by the verdict engine yet, so the 2019 is ranked on volume — owner complaints plus a quarter weight for service bulletins. It ranks 5th 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
4
NHTSA complaints
1.0×
vs. median F-Type year
408
Service bulletins
2
Recall campaigns
Most-reported 2019 Jaguar F-Type problems
Exterior lighting dominates the record — 50% of complaints name it.
| Component | Complaints | Share of 2019 complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 50% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 2 | 50% |
| Engine | 2 | 50% |
| Fuel / propulsion system | 2 | 50% |
A complaint can name more than one component, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2019 Jaguar F-Type recalls
2 recall campaigns on federal record for the 2019, reported between Jan 17, 2019 and Sep 27, 2019.
2019 Jaguar F-Type service bulletins
The manufacturer has filed 408 technical service bulletins with NHTSA for the 2019 — close to the 365 of the median F-Type year from 2013 to 2024. Coded bulletins most often cover electrical system (143), powertrain / transmission (73), engine & cooling (48). Bulletins are repair instructions for dealer technicians, not recalls.
The 2019 vs. the year before and after
From the 2018 to the 2019, owner complaints fell by more than half (8 → 4) — an improvement. The 2020 that followed held roughly level (4 → 4).
| Model year | Verdict | Complaints | Bulletins | Recalls | Avg. buyer-paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 F-Type | AVOID | 8 | 470 | 3 | — |
| 2019 (this page) | — | 4 | 408 | 2 | — |
| 2020 F-Type | — | 4 | 337 | 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 2019 Jaguar F-Type
Exterior lighting (2 complaints on the 2019): check low and high beams, brake lights and turn signals, and look for condensation inside the housings.
Powertrain / transmission (2 complaints on the 2019): 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 (2 complaints on the 2019): 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.
Fuel / propulsion system (2 complaints on the 2019): smell for fuel around the car, watch for hesitation or stalling, and check for a lit check-engine light.
Recalls: confirm all 2 campaigns above were completed on this VIN.
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FAQ
Is the 2019 Jaguar F-Type reliable?
2019 Jaguar F-Type: NOT FLAGGED — 4 owner complaints, 1.0× the F-Type median year by raw count; top issue: exterior lighting (2 complaints). The Jaguar F-Type isn't scored by the verdict engine yet, so the 2019 is ranked on volume — owner complaints plus a quarter weight for service bulletins. It ranks 5th of 12 model years from 2013 to 2024.
What are the most common 2019 Jaguar F-Type problems?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the most-reported areas on the 2019 Jaguar F-Type are exterior lighting (2, 50%), powertrain / transmission (2, 50%), engine (2, 50%). The manufacturer has 408 service bulletins on file for this model year.
How many recalls does the 2019 Jaguar F-Type have?
2 recall campaigns on federal record for the 2019 Jaguar F-Type, most recently 19V682000 (Sep 27, 2019, equipment); 19V039000 (Jan 17, 2019, engine & cooling). Recall completion is VIN-specific, so check the exact car.
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Sources & method
Complaint, recall and service-bulletin counts for the 2019 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.