Head-to-head reliability
Jaguar E PACE vs Toyota Camry
How the Jaguar E PACE and Toyota Camry compare on NHTSA complaints, recalls and crash reports — and which is the lower-risk used buy.
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint & recall records
Jaguar E PACE vs Toyota Camry: The E PACE has 13 complaints over 7 years (1.9/year) and 19 recalls, while the Camry has 2,056 complaints over 10 years (205.6/year) and 31 recalls. E PACE complaints include transmission failure over $20,000; Camry reports key-stuck and brake noise. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Jaguar E PACE or Toyota Camry more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Jaguar E PACE
The Jaguar E PACE is a compact luxury SUV with a low complaint rate—about 1.9 per year over seven years—but the complaints that do exist point to serious, expensive failures. Owners report coolant warnings leading to transmission failure and engine fan issues, often around 60,000–84,000 miles. With 19 recalls covering brakes, air bags, and electrical systems, it demands careful inspection and a repair budget.
Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry is a mainstream sedan with a much higher complaint volume—about 206 per year over ten years—but that reflects its huge sales base. The complaints cluster around power train shuddering, brake noises, and electrical glitches, with some crash and injury reports. Recalls address wheels, seats, and air bag sensors, so checking recall history is essential.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Jaguar E PACE | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 13 Better | 2,056 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 19 Better | 31 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 171 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 1.9 Better | 205.6 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 158 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 1 |
Source: NHTSA owner complaints & recall records.
What actually goes wrong
The problems owners report
The most-complained-about systems on each vehicle — what fails, and what owners say in their own words.
Jaguar E PACE
- 01ENGINE7
- 02UNKNOWN OR OTHER6
- 03ELECTRICAL SYSTEM5
- 04POWER TRAIN3
- 05TIRES1
Owners report coolant-related warnings starting around 60,000 miles, sometimes progressing to complete transmission failure by 84,000 miles with repair bills over $20,000. This means a used E PACE needs a thorough cooling system check and service history review.
Complaints include the engine fan roaring at full speed randomly, regardless of outside temperature, and not stopping until the car is shut off. This points to faulty fan control or sensor issues that can drain the battery or overheat the engine.
Owners describe battery fault warnings while driving and automatic stop-start causing the vehicle to stall at stops. These electrical gremlins can leave you stranded and are hard to diagnose, so a pre-purchase electrical scan is wise.
Reports include sudden loss of power and limp mode on the highway, plus coolant pump performance codes (P26CB) that some VINs are excluded from coverage for. This means transmission and coolant pump health are critical checkpoints.
“I own a 2020 Jaguar E-PACE (VIN: [XXXX]). At around 84,000 miles, the vehicle experienced a complete transmission failure that requires over $20,000 in repairs. This failure occurred despite multiple prior visits to the dealership for coolant-related warnings…”
“Vehicle Information 2020 Jaguar E-PACE VIN: [XXX] Approx. mileage: 84,000 Component Affected: Powertrain / Cooling System / Engine Complaint Description: My 2020 Jaguar E-PACE began showing coolant-related warnings and mechanical issues around 60,000 miles. D…”
Toyota Camry
- 01POWER TRAIN385
- 02UNKNOWN OR OTHER323
- 03ENGINE315
- 04SERVICE BRAKES285
- 05ELECTRICAL SYSTEM237
Owners report intermittent ignition key stuck in Park (requiring battery disconnect), and hesitation/shuddering with check engine lights. These issues affect daily drivability and can indicate sensor or transmission problems.
Complaints include multiple system malfunctions at once—stability control, power steering, blind spot monitoring, and lane keeping—suggesting electrical or software faults. Such failures can overwhelm a driver and require dealer diagnostics.
Delayed throttle response when pressing the accelerator is reported, with several seconds of hesitation before the car moves. This is a safety concern in traffic and may point to electronic throttle or sensor issues.
Owners describe the electronic parking brake failing to disengage (requiring a tow) and clicking/vibrating noises from the brake pedal area linked to the ABS system. Brake problems are safety-critical and should be inspected immediately.
“My 2023 Toyota Camry has developed an intermittent defect where the ignition key becomes stuck and cannot be removed even though the dashboard shows the vehicle is in Park. The only way to remove the key is to disconnect the vehicle's battery, which is not a…”
“The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was hesitating and shuddering, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle…”
Official recalls
Safety recalls on record
Federal recall campaigns — the defect, the risk, and the fix. Confirm any open recall was completed before you buy.
Jaguar E PACE — 19 recalls
The defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2021-2024 E-Pace vehicles. The brake pad wear warning light may not appear on the instrument cluster as intended, failing to warn the driver that the brake pads are worn out. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requireme…
The risk: Driving with worn brake pads can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the car configuration file software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2024. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H481.
The defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2021-2024 E-Pace vehicles. The passenger air bag may tear during deployment.
The risk: A torn air bag may not adequately protect an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, a torn air bag may allow hot gases to escape, which can cause a burn injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact Jaguar's customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H552.
The defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, Land Rover Range Rover, Land Rover Discovery Sport, Land Rover Defender, 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar, Jaguar E-Pace, F-Pace, and Land Ro…
The risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 13, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may conta…
The defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2021-2024 E-Pace vehicles. The brake pad wear warning light may not appear on the instrument cluster as intended, failing to warn the driver that the brake pads are worn out. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requireme…
The risk: Driving with worn brake pads can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the car configuration file software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2024. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H481.
Toyota Camry — 31 recalls
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The lug nuts that attach the wheels to the vehicle may be loose, which can result in wheel detachment.
The risk: A wheel that detaches from a moving vehicle can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect and tighten the lug nuts, and replace any damaged components, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center and right-side seats may have insufficiently welded head restraint brackets. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
The risk: A head restraint bracket that is insufficiently welded may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the 60% rear seat-back frame sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 19, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB0…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short cir…
The risk: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. Letters will continue…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center and right-side seats may have insufficiently welded head restraint brackets. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
The risk: A head restraint bracket that is insufficiently welded may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the 60% rear seat-back frame sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 19, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB0…
Buyer analysis
Jaguar E PACE or Toyota Camry: which should you buy?
The Jaguar E PACE has far fewer complaints per year (1.9 vs. 205.6), but its failures tend to be severe and costly, like transmission failure. The Camry’s higher volume includes many minor or repeat issues, but also some crash and injury reports. In practice, the E PACE demands a bigger repair budget, while the Camry needs careful screening for power train and brake faults.
Key differences
- Jaguar E PACE complaints are rare but often involve catastrophic failures like transmission replacement over $20,000; Camry complaints are frequent but many are drivability or electrical annoyances.
- Camry has 171 crash-related complaints and 158 injuries reported, while E PACE has zero—but this may reflect sales volume and reporting differences, not absolute safety.
- E PACE recalls focus on brakes, air bags, and electrical converter; Camry recalls cover wheels, seats, and air bag sensors—both need recall verification.
- Camry owners report key-stuck and throttle hesitation; E PACE owners report coolant warnings and fan roar—different daily pain points.
- Check for coolant warning history and water pump/transmission service records, especially around 60,000–84,000 miles.
- Listen for engine fan roaring at full speed when not needed and scan for electrical faults or battery warnings.
- Test the ignition key removal in Park multiple times and watch for any hesitation or shuddering during a test drive.
- Inspect brake pedal feel and listen for clicking/vibrating noises; verify electronic parking brake engages and disengages smoothly.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and confirm all recalls have been performed for the specific VIN.
- For the E PACE, have a mechanic pressure-test the cooling system and scan for pending transmission or pump codes.
- For the Camry, test drive at various speeds to feel for hesitation, and check that the key releases freely from Park.
- Inspect brake components and electronic parking brake operation on both vehicles, as both have brake-related complaints.
- Budget for a pre-purchase inspection by a marque specialist—especially for the E PACE, where hidden failures can be costly.
Year by year
Which model years to avoid
Complaints per model year for both vehicles — lower is better. The spikes are the years to scrutinize.
| Year | Jaguar E PACE | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 50 |
| 2023 | 0 | 64 |
| 2022 | 1 | 61 |
| 2021 | 1 | 157 |
| 2020 | 4 | 274 |
| 2019 | 6 | 395 |
| 2018 | 0 | 744 |
Check the actual car
Comparing models is smart. Checking the VIN is essential.
Brand averages tell you the trend. A VIN check tells you what's wrong with the specific Jaguar E PACE or Toyota Camry in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Jaguar E PACE vs Toyota Camry
- Jaguar E PACE total complaints
- 13
- Toyota Camry total complaints
- 2,056
- Jaguar E PACE total recalls
- 19
- Toyota Camry total recalls
- 31
- Jaguar E PACE avg complaints/year
- 1.9
- Toyota Camry avg complaints/year
- 205.6
- More reliable overall
- Jaguar E PACE
- Jaguar E PACE top complaint area
- ENGINE
- Toyota Camry top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN