2017 Jaguar XE recalls and problems

The 2017 Jaguar XE has 2 safety recalls and 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Jaguar dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

4 / 2

Injuries / deaths

5 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2017 Jaguar XE vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2017 Jaguar XE recalls

Recall 21V-248: Structure

Reported Apr 8, 2021 · 3 vehicles affected · Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC

Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2017-2018 and 2020 Jaguar XE vehicles that received a replacement rear rail assembly as part of a service repair. Missing spot welds may weaken the structural strength of the rear rail assembly.

Risk: The weakened rear rail assembly may allow the rear bumper beam to detach when the vehicle is being towed or the tow-bar assembly to detach when towing a trailer. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear rail assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 7, 2021. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H349.

Recall 17V-286: Fuel System, Diesel

Reported Apr 27, 2017 · 7 vehicles affected · Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC

Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2017 XE vehicles equipped with a 2.0L diesel engine. The vehicles have a fuel return hose that may leak.

Risk: A diesel fuel leak onto the road surface may cause a skid hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. If the fuel leak contacts a hot engine or exhaust component, there would be an increased risk of a fire.

Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel return hose, free of charge. The began May 2, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H016.

2017 Jaguar XE problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Engine	8
Air Bags	5
Electrical System	4
Vehicle Speed Control	2
Fuel/Propulsion System	2
Power Train	1
Seat Belts	1
Steering	1
Unknown or Other	1
Lane Departure	1
Back Over Prevention	1
Forward Collision Avoidance	1

Most reported parts

Seat Belts › Pretensioner — 1
Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 1
Back Over Prevention › Rearview System Braking — 1
Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 1
Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery — 1
Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 30,455 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2017 Jaguar XE complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Air Bags · at 62,000 miles · reported Jan 27, 2026

The contact owns a 2017 Jaguar XE. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the passengerâs side air bag had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and transferred the contact to the warranty headquarters located in Florida. The approximate failure mileage was 62,000.

Vehicle Speed Control · at 30,455 miles · reported Sep 8, 2025

The contact owns a 2017 Jaguar XE. The contactâs wife stated that while driving at approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly accelerated. The brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to respond, and no warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle accelerated to an unknown speed, causing the contactâs wife to veer off the roadway and collide with a tree, where it came to a stop. The contactâs wife reported that the engine compartment caught fire upon impact and that the air bags deployed. As a result of the crash, the contactâs wife sustained a spinal injury and…

Engine · at 101,820 miles · reported Jul 28, 2025

The contact owns a 2017 Jaguar XE. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH, the check engine and battery warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle could not able to be restarted. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the fuel line needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 101,820.

Fuel System, Diesel · reported May 22, 2025

The contact owns a 2017 Jaguar XE. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed an abnormally strong fuel odor. The contact parked the vehicle. Upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that there was a large amount of diesel on the ground underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with a hole in the fuel return line. The contact was informed that the fuel return line needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred the following day. The vehicle was not repaired.…

Engine · at 131,630 miles · reported Mar 20, 2025

The contact owns a 2017 Jaguar XE. The contact stated that while parked and attempting to start the vehicle, the contact heard abnormal sound coming from the engine and the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The contact stated that on another occasion while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle responded as needed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the timing chain needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 131,630.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Jaguar XE have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2017 Jaguar XE: 21V-248 (structure), 17V-286 (fuel system, diesel). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2017 Jaguar XE?

Owners report engine problems most often (8 reports), followed by air bags (5). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 30,455 miles.

Are Jaguar recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Jaguar dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.