Jaguar E-pace and F-pace recall: E-PACE F-PACE Defender Discovery Sport Range Rover Evoque and Range Rover Velar PHEV Traction Battery Fire Risk
- What's wrong
- Vehicles have experienced thermal overload which may manifest in smoke or fire that may occur underneath the rear of the vehicle where the high voltage traction battery is located. The root cause is not yet known and investigations are continuing. A vehicle thermal overload condition…
- What to do
- Contact a Jaguar dealer to book the free repair. Vehicles will be inspected by the retailer and as required at-risk battery packs will be replaced.
What’s wrong
Vehicles have experienced thermal overload which may manifest in smoke or fire that may occur underneath the rear of the vehicle where the high voltage traction battery is located. The root cause is not yet known and investigations are continuing. A vehicle thermal overload condition such as fire or smoke can result in increased risk of occupant injury and/or injury to persons outside the vehicle as well as property damage.
The fix
Vehicles will be inspected by the retailer and as required at-risk battery packs will be replaced.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| E-pace | 9 Nov 2020 | 4 Mar 2022 | 40 |
| F-pace | 1 Dec 2020 | 10 Jul 2024 | 66 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 12 June 2026. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.