Head-to-head reliability
Jaguar XE vs Toyota Camry
How the Jaguar XE 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 XE vs Toyota Camry: The XE averages 7.4 complaints per year with 9 recalls, while the Camry averages 205.6 complaints per year with 31 recalls. The XE has fewer complaints but reports of sudden power loss and engine failures; the Camry has more complaints including brake and transmission issues. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Jaguar XE or Toyota Camry more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Jaguar XE
The Jaguar XE is a compact luxury sedan that averages about 7.4 complaints per year over five years, with 9 recalls and 5 injuries reported. Owners frequently report sudden power loss, transmission park errors, engine problems, and rear camera failures. Living with one means dealing with electrical and engine issues that can leave you stranded, plus recalls that may not fully fix the problem.
Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry is a mainstream midsize sedan with about 205.6 complaints per year over ten years, 31 recalls, and 1 death. Common owner reports include transmission hesitation, brake noise, and multiple system malfunctions. While the volume is higher, many issues are less severe, but the sheer number of complaints means you should check for open recalls and test-drive carefully.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Jaguar XE | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 37 Better | 2,056 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 9 Better | 31 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 4 Better | 171 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 7.4 Better | 205.6 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 5 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 XE
- 01ELECTRICAL SYSTEM11
- 02ENGINE11
- 03BACK OVER PREVENTION6
- 04AIR BAGS5
- 05FUEL SYSTEM3
Owners report sudden power loss and unresponsive accelerator pedals while driving, as well as cars that won't start due to transmission park errors. These failures can strand you and create dangerous highway situations.
Complaints include check engine lights and the need for major engine repairs at low mileage, such as a new timing chain. This can mean costly repairs and unexpected downtime.
The rearview camera often fails to display, even after a recall repair. This makes reversing less safe, especially in tight spots.
Some owners report air bag warning lights and injuries in crashes, suggesting the system may not always deploy as expected. This is a critical safety concern.
“While driving on the highway at normal operating speeds, the vehicle suddenly lost power, and the accelerator pedal became completely unresponsive, preventing me from maintaining speed or safely exiting the roadway. This created a severe safety hazard, as I w…”
“Purchased 2020 jaguar XE with under 13,000 miles on it 2 years ago now has 23,000 miles on it. Went to leave for work and my car wouldn’t start stating the transmission wasn’t in park and other messages and tried jumping it wouldn’t work. Wouldnt switch gears…”
Toyota Camry
- 01POWER TRAIN385
- 02UNKNOWN OR OTHER323
- 03ENGINE315
- 04SERVICE BRAKES285
- 05ELECTRICAL SYSTEM237
Owners report the ignition key getting stuck in Park, transmission hesitation, and shuddering with check engine lights. These issues can affect drivability and may require dealer visits.
Multiple systems like stability control, power steering, and blind spot monitoring can malfunction at once. This can be confusing and potentially dangerous if it happens while driving.
Complaints include delayed throttle response and hesitation when accelerating. This can make merging or pulling out into traffic feel unpredictable.
The electronic parking brake may not disengage, requiring a tow, and some owners hear clicking or vibrating from the ABS. Brake problems are safety-critical and should be checked 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 XE — 9 recalls
The defect: 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.
The 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.
The 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.
The defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Jaguar XF and F-Pace, 2016-2017 Jaguar XJ and 2018 Jaguar XE vehicles. The instrument cluster (IC) may intermittently go blank.
The risk: A blank instrument cluster will not show important information like vehicle speed, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 19, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H0…
The defect: 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.
The risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: 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.
The defect: 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.
The 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.
The 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.
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 XE or Toyota Camry: which should you buy?
The Jaguar XE has far fewer complaints per year (7.4 vs. 205.6), but its issues often involve sudden power loss and engine failures that can be severe. The Camry's higher complaint volume includes many less critical problems, but also one death and more crash-related reports. In practice, the XE may have fewer total problems, but the ones it has can be more dangerous and expensive.
Key differences
- The Jaguar XE has 37 complaints over 5 years, while the Toyota Camry has 2056 over 10 years, but the XE's complaints include sudden power loss and engine failures that can be disabling.
- The Camry has 171 crash-related reports and 1 death, compared to 4 crash-related and 0 deaths for the XE, though the XE's lower volume may understate risk.
- XE owners frequently report rear camera failures and electrical issues, while Camry owners report transmission hesitation and brake problems.
- Both have recalls, but the XE's recalls include fuel system and structure issues, while the Camry's include air bag sensors and seat problems.
- Check for any history of sudden power loss or unresponsive accelerator by test-driving at highway speeds and asking for service records.
- Inspect the rearview camera function and ensure any open recalls (like H535) have been performed and actually fixed the camera.
- Test the ignition key removal and transmission engagement to ensure the key doesn't get stuck in Park.
- Listen for clicking or vibrating from the brake pedal and check that the electronic parking brake disengages properly.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and check for open recalls on the NHTSA website using the VIN.
- Have a certified mechanic inspect the electrical system, engine, and transmission for both models.
- Test-drive the car in various conditions, including highway speeds and reversing, to check for power loss or camera issues.
- Ask the seller for all maintenance records, especially for recalls and any engine or transmission repairs.
- For the Camry, specifically test the key removal, brake pedal feel, and acceleration response.
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 XE | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 | 157 |
| 2020 | 2 | 274 |
| 2019 | 7 | 395 |
| 2018 | 8 | 744 |
| 2017 | 20 | 148 |
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 XE or Toyota Camry in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Jaguar XE vs Toyota Camry
- Jaguar XE total complaints
- 37
- Toyota Camry total complaints
- 2,056
- Jaguar XE total recalls
- 9
- Toyota Camry total recalls
- 31
- Jaguar XE avg complaints/year
- 7.4
- Toyota Camry avg complaints/year
- 205.6
- More reliable overall
- Jaguar XE
- Jaguar XE top complaint area
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Toyota Camry top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN