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Jaguar Land Rover North America has issued a recall for certain 2019 Jaguar I-PACE vehicles due to a risk of high-voltage battery overheating, which could potentially lead to a fire. The recall affects 2,760 vehicles in the United States. This is a continuation of previous recalls for the same issue, with a new remedy currently under development.
Key Highlights:
- NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V633000
- Affected Vehicles: 2019 Jaguar I-PACE
- Components Involved: High-voltage battery and associated electrical systems
- Total Units Affected: 2,760
Details of the Recall:
Jaguar Land Rover is recalling specific 2019 I-PACE vehicles due to the potential for the high-voltage battery to overheat, creating a risk of fire. Owners are advised to park and charge their vehicles outside and away from structures until the recall repair is completed and for 30 days after the repair.
As an interim solution, dealers will update the battery energy control module software at no cost to the owners. However, the final remedy is still under development. Jaguar plans to send out owner notification letters by October 18, 2024. These vehicles were previously recalled under one or more different recall numbers, including 24V-085 (H471), 23V-709 (H459), or 23V-369 (H441), and will require the new remedy to be applied.
Additional Information:
Owners can contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827 for more details. The recall number for this issue is H514. Further assistance is available through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or via their website at www.safercar.gov.
This recall follows reports of a small number of post-recall fires involving 2019 Jaguar I-PACE vehicles. Jaguar Land Rover has been actively monitoring the situation and working with the NHTSA to address the issue. No accidents or injuries have been reported due to this concern, but there have been three fires in the United States following the software update on January 10, 2024, July 4, 2024, and July 5, 2024.
Owners are urged to take action promptly to mitigate any potential risk and ensure their vehicles are safe. Further updates on the final remedy will be provided as soon as they become available.
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