Jaguar I-Pace electric SUV recalled over battery fire concerns

Jaguar is yet to ascertain if there is a defect in the battery pack itself.

Jaguar has issued a recall for the I-Pace electric SUV over concerns of a potential battery fire.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 6,367 units of the I-Pace manufactured between 2019 and 2023 have been affected. It is said that the high-voltage batteries in these cars could overheat, which could cause a fire.

Jaguar is yet to ascertain if there is a defect in the battery pack itself. However, for the time being, the company will update the software of the affected vehicles to monitor the battery energy control model. This will be done through an over-the-air update.

That being said, Jaguar isn't ruling out a defect in the batteries. The carmaker has said that it would replace the battery pack free of cost if required.

The Jaguar I-Pace was launched in India back in March 2021. The EV is available in three variants: R-Dynamic S, R-Dynamic SE and R-Dynamic HSE, with prices starting at Rs 1.20 crore (ex-showroom).