2018 Jaguar E-Pace: problems, recalls and reliability
2 recalls and 11 owner complaints on record; most reports concern engine.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Mar 2018
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“OEM windshield, vehicle has no accidents or damage. Windshield seal failed. Can push the windshield away from the frame and has water intrusion. Unknown how much of the seal and dash electronics are compromised. Safety concern catastrophic failure of a windshield while driving or loss of electronics resulting in loss of driver control. No picture of seal failure available as it requires destructive testing.”Owner report · Visibility/Wiper · Feb 2026
“The contact owns a 2018 Jaguar E-Pace. The contact stated that upon routine tire service, there was an abnormal fuel odor entering the cabin of the vehicle through the air vents. The contact was informed by the mechanic at a local Firestone that the fuel line was leaking while the vehicle was running. No warning light was illuminated. An appointment with the dealer was scheduled to inspect the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Aug 2025
“The cooling fan runs at extremely high speed for no reason and makes an extremely loud noise. There have been similar multiple complaints on jaguar e pace forums”Owner report · Engine · Jan 2025
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“When parked in a parking lot, the vehicle started moving by itself. This had happen before on a different occasions. This time I could not get it to stop. Because of the accident that ensued, I cant remember a lot about the accident. The police believe I hit the post at 30 to 50 mph. Because of the jaguar proprietary information system" black box ", no one can read the data from the car but jaguar. That is kind of like letting the fox guard the hen house. All we want to know was if my foot was on the breaks which I believe while trying to stop. We believe this is a case on sudden unintended acceleration with know way to prove it because of the inability to retrieve the data.”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Apr 2020
“On 7.9.2019 car was in eco mode. Went down hill, stopped at light to turn right. Car turned off as should but would not come back on. Almost got rear ended as, no power to car as was trying to pull off to side of road, almost hit guardrail because could not turn wheel easily as no power steering. Car was in drive still. Had to try and get out of the way before I could attempt to restart. Had to put in park and start engine again. Very dangerous. The eco on/off does not always go off when it should even though it is turned on. Same day, same route. Stopped at stop signs or red lights and sometimes shuts car off and sometimes does not.”Owner report · Engine · Jul 2019
“Vehicle exhibits very hard downshifts at lower speeds. Majority of the occurrences driver is not able to bring the vehicle to a smooth stop with vehicle exhibiting very hard downshifting and occasionally accompanied by a 'bouncing, in the driveline. Unable to determine a common environment, surface, grade, speed, or vehicle configuration. Unable to control with braking or throttle control. In comparison vehicle behavior will cause uncontrolled slide on slick winter surfaces. Dealer, manufacturer customer service, manufacture corporate rep declared vehicle is operating as designed.”Owner report · Power Train · Apr 2019
“The car shuts down as I was driving. This occurred while driving and after stopping at stop signs/ red lights. The car turns off. I must turn on the car and and put it back into drive mode to drive.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Mar 2019
“Engine abruptly loses power when driving at normal speeds in both city and highway conditions causing potential injury and/or death to drivers and passengers. Jaguar/land rover is aware of this problem and continues to sell vehicles affected by this condition. Jaguar/land rover has been working on a software fix (p0190 software patch) for months, but has not notified drivers of this potentially serious condition.”Owner report · Engine · Sep 2018
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 2 campaigns
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2018 Jaguar E-Pace vehicles. The brackets that secure the front brake hoses may not have been installed properly, allowing the front brake hoses to contact the tires, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak.
Remedy: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brake hose brackets, replacing any that do not provide sufficient clearance, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2018. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H074.
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2018 Jaguar XE, XF, E-PACE, F-PACE and F-TYPE vehicles equipped with a 2.0L gasoline engine. The fuel rail end caps may leak, possibly resulting in fuel vapor or liquid fuel leaking into the engine bay.
Remedy: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began on March 8, 2018. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H081.
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Is the 2018 Jaguar E-Pace reliable?
NHTSA has 11 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 2018 Jaguar E-Pace. The most complained-about area is engine.
Does the 2018 Jaguar E-Pace have open recalls?
2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.