Lemon Law Analysis

2021 Jaguar F-Pace

NHTSA Complaints · Active Recalls · California Lemon Law Data

✓ Reviewed by Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. · Updated June 2026
NHTSA Complaints
3
Active Recalls
2-4
Avg. Repair Attempts

The NHTSA tracks consumer complaints, manufacturer recalls, and safety investigations for every vehicle sold in the United States. These publicly available records are a critical resource for California lemon law cases because they establish patterns of recurring defects.

As of June 2026, the NHTSA has not yet received complaints specific to the 2021 Jaguar F-Pace. However, this does not mean the vehicle is free from defects. Complaint data often lags behind real-world issues, and many vehicle owners experience problems before they are widely reported. If you are experiencing recurring issues with your 2021 Jaguar F-Pace, you may still have a valid lemon law claim. You can file your own complaint at SaferCar.gov and check for updates on the NHTSA database.

The 2021 Jaguar F Pace has generated 5 NHTSA complaints on file with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. If your 2021 Jaguar F Pace has experienced a defect that the dealer has been unable to repair after multiple visits, you may qualify for a full repurchase or replacement under California lemon law. Jaguar pays all attorney fees when we prevail. You pay nothing.

Fuel System

Emerging PatternSong-Beverly Strength: Very Strong

Fuel and propulsion system defects can cause stalling, fuel leaks, or power loss — all substantial impairments of use and safety. The 2021 Jaguar F Pace has generated 1 NHTSA complaint for this defect category. Owner reports include: “The contact owns a 2021 Jaguar F-Pace. The contact stated that according to the Owner's Manual, the fuel tank capacity was 21.7 gallons; however, the …”

Steering,Lane Departure

Emerging PatternSong-Beverly Strength: Strong

Steering defects can create unpredictable vehicle behavior and qualify as safety-related under California lemon law. Reported issues on the 2021 Jaguar F Pace include pulling, vibration, loss of power steering, and electronic steering warnings. 1 NHTSA complaint have been filed in this category. Owner reports include: “I was returning from work when I briefly fell asleep, causing my vehicle to drift to the curb and resulting in damage to the right-hand side wheels. T…”

Air Bags

Emerging PatternSong-Beverly Strength: Moderate

Airbag defects are safety-critical and may trigger California’s two-repair threshold under Cal. Civ. Code § 1793.22. The 2021 Jaguar F Pace has 1 NHTSA complaint on record related to airbag warning lights, unexpected deployment, and sensor failures. Owner reports include: “DRIVER AIR BAG-BAD FUCTION – Unit has the Air Bag light alert on. Was claim the guarantee and the dealer is unable to repair the component. As the di…”

Seat Belts

Emerging PatternSong-Beverly Strength: Moderate

The 2021 Jaguar F Pace has generated 1 NHTSA complaint for this defect category. If your vehicle has experienced recurring issues in this area that the dealer has been unable to repair after multiple attempts, you may have a qualifying lemon law claim under California’s Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act. Owner reports include: “The contact owns a 2021 Jaguar F-Pace. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V667000 (Seat Belts) however, the part …”

Other Systems

Emerging PatternSong-Beverly Strength: Moderate

The 2021 Jaguar F Pace has generated 1 NHTSA complaint for this defect category. If your vehicle has experienced recurring issues in this area that the dealer has been unable to repair after multiple attempts, you may have a qualifying lemon law claim under California’s Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act. Owner reports include: “Rear view camera and surround view cameras have all failed. Error message received that "Cameras not available"…”

Active NHTSA Recalls — 2021 Jaguar F Pace

As of the date of this review, no active recalls have been issued specifically for the 2021 Jaguar F Pace. Recall status can change at any time. Check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/recalls for the most current information. The absence of a recall does not mean your vehicle is defect-free — many lemon law claims proceed without a recall on file.

California Lemon Law — Song-Beverly Act

California’s Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act (Cal. Civ. Code §§ 1790–1795.8) is one of the strongest lemon laws in the United States. It protects buyers and lessees of new and certified pre-owned vehicles that develop substantial defects the manufacturer cannot repair after a reasonable number of attempts.

Under Cal. Civ. Code § 1793.22, a lemon law presumption is triggered when any of the following apply to your 2021 Jaguar F Pace:

  • 4+ repair attempts for the same non-safety defect without resolution
  • 2+ repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury
  • 30+ calendar days out of service for warranty repairs (cumulative, not consecutive)

Once the presumption is triggered, the burden shifts to Jaguar to prove the vehicle is not a lemon. Under Cal. Civ. Code § 1794(d), Jaguar must pay your attorney’s fees if you prevail — meaning qualified representation costs you nothing out of pocket.

What You Can Recover

If your 2021 Jaguar F Pace qualifies as a lemon under California law, Jaguar may be legally required to:

  • Repurchase your vehicle — Full refund of your down payment, all monthly payments, registration fees, and incidental costs (towing, rentals), minus a mileage offset for miles driven before the first repair attempt
  • Replace your vehicle — Provide a new, comparable vehicle at no cost to you
  • Pay your attorney’s fees — Under § 1794(d), Jaguar pays all legal fees if you prevail
  • Civil penalty up to 2x damages — If Jaguar willfully violated the Act, courts may award double the actual damages

Steps to Protect Your 2021 Jaguar F Pace Claim

Step 1: Document every repair visit. Keep all repair orders, work orders, and dealer invoices. Each visit counts as a repair attempt, even if the dealer says nothing is wrong.

Step 2: Keep returning for repairs. You must give Jaguar a reasonable opportunity to fix the defect. Visit different authorized Jaguar dealers if needed and ask for written documentation of each visit.

Step 3: Contact a California lemon law attorney. Once you believe the threshold has been met — 4 attempts for non-safety defects, 2 for safety defects, or 30 days out of service — contact an attorney for a free case evaluation. Under § 1794(d), Jaguar pays your fees if you win.

Step 4: Send a demand letter. Your attorney will send Jaguar a formal demand letter. Most California lemon law cases resolve through negotiation without going to trial.

2021 Jaguar F Pace Lemon Law Questions

How many repair attempts qualify my 2021 Jaguar F Pace as a lemon?

Under Cal. Civ. Code § 1793.22, four or more repair attempts for the same non-safety defect, or two attempts for a safety-related defect, triggers the lemon law presumption. Additionally, 30 or more cumulative days out of service qualifies regardless of the number of repair attempts.

Does Jaguar pay my attorney fees?

Yes. Under Cal. Civ. Code § 1794(d), Jaguar is required to pay your reasonable attorney’s fees and court costs if you prevail in a lemon law claim. This means qualified lemon law representation is free to you if your case succeeds.

Can I file a lemon law claim without an active recall?

Yes. A recall is not required to file a lemon law claim. The Song-Beverly Act covers any substantial defect that impairs the use, value, or safety of the vehicle that the manufacturer cannot repair after a reasonable number of attempts. NHTSA complaints support the claim by establishing a pattern, but are not a prerequisite.

What is the time limit to file a lemon law claim for my 2021 Jaguar F Pace?

California lemon law claims are generally subject to a four-year statute of limitations from the date you discovered or should have discovered the defect. However, you must still be within the manufacturer’s original warranty period when the defect first appears. Contact an attorney promptly to preserve your rights.

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