2013–2024 Jaguar F-Type · common problems & known faults

Supercharger coupler and water pump failures on V6 and V8

Typically appears

60,000+ miles

What to inspect

Listen for whine at idle and check for coolant residue

Convertible roof mechanism and drain blockages causing leaks

Typically appears

Age-related

What to inspect

Operate the roof fully and check for damp in the boot and footwells

Infotainment and deployable spoiler faults

Typically appears

Age-related

What to inspect

Cycle the spoiler and test the media system

Very expensive discs worn by enthusiastic use

Typically appears

30,000+ miles

What to inspect

Check disc lip and pad wear on all corners

Adaptive damper leaks on sports-suspension cars

Typically appears

60,000+ miles

What to inspect

Look for oil on the damper bodies and test drive modes

Active exhaust valves seize, causing a metallic rattle or failure to switch between quiet and loud modes.

Typically appears

40,000-60,000 miles

What to inspect

Start the engine, press the active exhaust button on the centre console, and listen for a distinct change in exhaust tone. Listen closely for a metallic rattle from the rear silencer.

Deployable door handles fail to present when unlocked or stick out when locked due to microswitch or motor failure.

Typically appears

5-8 years

What to inspect

Lock and unlock the vehicle three times using the key fob. Verify that both door handles deploy smoothly and retract completely flush with the door skin every time.

Rear differential pinion seal leaks fluid, potentially leading to differential whining or premature failure if run dry.

Typically appears

30,000-50,000 miles

What to inspect

Shine a torch under the rear of the car towards the front of the rear differential. Look for dark, wet oil residue around the prop shaft input flange.