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JLR to recall 2,278 electric SUVs in US over fire risk warning, NHTSA says
Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®
Posted on February 10, 2026
1 min readLast updated: February 10, 2026
Quick Summary
Jaguar Land Rover recalls 2,278 I-PACE SUVs in the US due to battery overheating risk. Interim software updates will limit charge to 90%.
Jaguar Land Rover Recalls 2,278 I-PACE SUVs in the US Due to Fire Risk
Details of the I-PACE SUV Recall
Feb 10 (Reuters) - Jaguar Land Rover is recalling 2,278 I-PACE SUVs in the U.S. as a high voltage battery may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Tuesday.
Reason for the Recall
"As an interim repair, the battery software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update to limit the state of charge to 90%", NHTSA said, adding that the final remedy is currently under development.
Interim Repair Measures
(Reporting by Rishabh Jaiswal in Bengaluru; Editing by Mrigank Dhaniwala)
Key Takeaways
- •Jaguar Land Rover recalls 2,278 I-PACE SUVs in the US.
- •The recall is due to a high voltage battery overheating risk.
- •NHTSA announced the recall and interim repair measures.
- •Dealers will update battery software to limit charge to 90%.
- •Final remedy for the issue is still under development.
Frequently Asked Questions about JLR to recall 2,278 electric SUVs in US over fire risk warning, NHTSA says
1What is a high voltage battery?
A high voltage battery is a type of battery that operates at a higher voltage than standard batteries, often used in electric vehicles to provide power to the electric motor.
2What is a recall?
A recall is a request to return a product after the discovery of safety issues or product defects that might endanger the consumer.
3What is an over-the-air (OTA) update?
An over-the-air (OTA) update is a method of wirelessly delivering software updates to devices, allowing manufacturers to fix bugs or improve functionality without physical access.
