OOPS: 2019 Jaguar I-Pace EV Recalled Again For Battery Fires

So the Jaguar I-Pace, previously recalled for catching on fire, has once again been recalled because it still catches on fire.

Jaguar Land Rover has initiated a voluntary safety recall for certain 2019 Jaguar I-Pace vehicles in the United States, affecting 2,760 units produced between January 9, 2018, and March 14, 2019, at the Graz Vehicle Assembly Plant.

This recall addresses concerns regarding the diagnostic software introduced through previous safety recalls (H441, H459, and H471). Following these updates, some 2019 model-year vehicles have continued to experience thermal overload, leading to reports of smoke or fire originating from the high-voltage traction battery located beneath the vehicle.

The recall was prompted by the realization that the diagnostic software updates did not provide sufficient protection for the 2019 model-year vehicles in the U.S. The issue came to light after several post-recall fire incidents, leading JLR to reassess the software’s effectiveness. The company has been in continuous dialogue with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) throughout 2024, reviewing the software's limitations and working towards a solution.

As of now, there have been three reported fires in the U.S. linked to this issue on 2019 I-PACEs following the software update. No accidents or injuries have been reported. To mitigate the risk, JLR will issue another software update that will limit the battery's maximum state of charge to 80%.

A more permanent remedy is currently under development, and affected vehicle owners will be notified once it is available. The repair will be provided at no cost to owners, and those who have already paid for related repairs out of warranty will be reimbursed under JLR’s reimbursement plan.

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