Jaguar I-PACE Battery Fire Risk Triggers New 2026 Safety Campaign

Owners of certain 2020–2021 Jaguar I-PACE electric vehicles are now facing another major battery-related recall. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA Campaign Number 26V-067), the high-voltage battery in these vehicles may overheat, creating a serious risk of fire. If you own or lease a 2020 or 2021 Jaguar I-PACE, here is what you need to know — and what your legal options may be under Lemon Law.

Recall Overview

• Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
• Vehicles Affected: 2020–2021 Jaguar I-PACE
• Potential Units Affected: 2,278
• Jaguar Recall Numbers: H570, H571, H572
• Replaces Prior Recalls: 23V-369, 23V-709, 24V-085

This recall applies to Jaguar I-PACE vehicles produced from the start of the 2020 model year through the end of the 2021 model year. Vehicles previously removed from service under other campaigns or those that received replacement battery packs outside the at-risk range are excluded.

Importantly, vehicles that were already repaired under earlier recalls must still complete this new remedy.

What Is the Defect?

Jaguar has determined that a safety defect exists in the high-voltage traction battery pack.

The issue involves a potential “thermal overload” condition that may result in:

• Smoke
• Fire
• Increased risk of occupant injury
• Risk of injury to persons outside the vehicle
• Property damage

Investigations indicate that certain battery modules may have a folded anode tab, which can contribute to short circuits inside battery cells. While testing shows this condition may increase the risk of thermal overload, Jaguar’s supplier (LG Energy Solution) continues investigating whether additional contributing factors are involved.

Despite the installation of protective diagnostic software in prior recall campaigns, field data shows that vehicles with battery packs manufactured through the end of the 2021 model year remain at risk.

What Happened Before This Recall?

This is not the first recall related to Jaguar I-PACE battery fires.

After earlier safety recalls (H441, H459, H471), Jaguar continued monitoring vehicles equipped with updated diagnostic software designed to detect battery faults and limit charging.

However:

• Through 2024, several post-recall fire events were reported (primarily in 2019 model year vehicles).
• Jaguar engaged in ongoing discussions with NHTSA.
• In late 2024, Jaguar agreed to reacquire certain 2019 vehicles as a permanent remedy.
• In January 2026, additional similar reports were received outside the U.S.

On January 29, 2026, Jaguar’s Product Safety and Compliance Decision Forum determined that further action was required for vehicles built through the 2021 model year. The result: a new safety recall to temporarily limit battery charging while a permanent solution is developed.

Interim Remedy: 90% Charging Limit

Until a permanent repair is available, Jaguar is implementing an interim remedy designed to reduce the risk of thermal overload. The temporary fix involves a dealer-installed or over-the-air (OTA) software update that limits the vehicle’s state of charge to a maximum of 90 percent.

In addition to the software limitation, owners are advised to take precautionary safety measures. Jaguar recommends parking the vehicle outside and away from structures, charging the vehicle outdoors, and ensuring that the battery is not charged beyond the 90 percent limit until a final repair is completed.

Interim notification letters are expected to be mailed beginning April 3, 2026. Once a permanent remedy is finalized, Jaguar will send additional notification letters to affected owners with further instructions.

At the time of this recall notice, Jaguar reports that it has not received any confirmed reports of accidents, injuries, or fires in the United States within this specific population of vehicles after the protective software was installed. However, the ongoing risk and additional field reports prompted the company to expand corrective action.

What This Means for Owners

For many Jaguar I-PACE owners, this latest recall may feel like part of a continuing battery-related issue. If your vehicle has undergone multiple recall repairs, received software updates that reduced charging capacity or performance, been subject to charging restrictions, displayed repeated battery-related warning messages, or otherwise caused ongoing safety concerns, you may have legal rights under your state’s Lemon Law.

Can a Battery Fire Risk Make Your Jaguar a Lemon?

Under Lemon Law, a manufacturer must repurchase or replace a vehicle if:

1. The vehicle has a substantial defect covered by warranty,
2. The manufacturer has had a reasonable number of repair attempts, and
3. The defect substantially impairs the vehicle’s use, value, or safety.

A defect involving a high-voltage battery fire risk is almost always considered a serious safety concern.

If any of the following apply:

• Your I-PACE has required repeated battery-related repairs,
• The charging capacity has been permanently reduced,
• The manufacturer cannot provide a permanent fix within a reasonable time,

You may qualify for a buyback or replacement vehicle.

Final Remedy Still Under Development

At this time, Jaguar has not announced a permanent fix. The recall documentation states that a permanent remedy is under development.

When a manufacturer does not yet have a final repair — especially after multiple prior recall attempts — it raises important legal questions about whether the vehicle can be adequately repaired at all.

If You Own a 2020–2021 Jaguar I-PACE

Here are the steps you should take:

1. Confirm your VIN is included in Recall 26V-067.
2. Follow Jaguar’s safety instructions regarding charging and parking.
3. Keep all repair orders and documentation.
4. Document any warning messages, charging limitations, or unusual behavior.
5. Consult a Lemon Law attorney if the issue persists.

Most Lemon Law cases are handled at no cost to the consumer because the manufacturer pays the attorney’s fees if the claim is successful.