Jaguar Land Rover is recalling nearly 2,300 electric SUVs in the United States due to concerns that the high-voltage battery could overheat, increasing the risk of fire. The recall affects 2,278 units of the Jaguar I-Pace from the 2020 and 2021 model years.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), some vehicles may experience thermal overload within the high-voltage traction battery pack, potentially resulting in smoke or fire.
An ongoing investigation traced the problem to a potential manufacturing defect in battery cells supplied by LG Energy Solution. Specifically, a “folded anode tab” inside certain battery cells produced at the supplier’s Poland facility may lead to internal short-circuiting — a condition that can trigger overheating.
The supplier continues to inspect battery modules identified by diagnostic software as potentially having this defect.
As an immediate step, Jaguar will roll out a software update — either installed by a dealer or delivered via over-the-air (OTA) update — that limits the battery’s state of charge to 90%.
The interim repair will be provided free of charge to owners.
Until a permanent solution is finalized, drivers are advised to:
– Monitor charging via the Jaguar Remote App or the in-vehicle display
– Manually unplug the vehicle once it reaches 90% charge
– Park outside and away from structures
– Charge the vehicle outdoors when possible
Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed beginning April 3.
If you own a 2020 or 2021 Jaguar I-Pace in the U.S., check your VIN on the NHTSA website or contact your local Jaguar retailer for confirmation. Installing the software update promptly is critical to minimizing risk.
