Jaguar I-Pace reliability
The Jaguar I-Pace fails its MOT less often than most cars up to 5 years old: 8.3% of 12,967 tests failed in 2023, against 14% on average.
10 DVSA recalls for the Jaguar I-Pace
Most cover a batch of cars built in a set period, and dealers fix them free. Sweep’s check shows the recalls for a car’s age and whether the DVSA has one outstanding.
2019 to 2021 Model Year Jaguar I-PACE Battery Fire or Smoke
Some vehicles have experienced thermal overload in the high voltage traction battery pack which may present as smoke or fire. Since the installation of protective software field evidence has shown that there remains a risk of thermal overload in vehicles with battery packs manufactured up to the end of 2021 model year.
Fix: As an interim repair the vehicles will have software installed to restrict the maximum state of charge to 90% whilst a permanent remedy is developed.
Recalled models: I-PACE · 16,291 vehicles
I-PACE Traction Battery Thermal Overload - Elevated Risk
On affected vehicles the traction battery packs which contain cells manufactured on or before 31 May 2018 are exposed to multiple technical issues that have shown to contribute to an elevated risk of thermal overload.
Fix: The traction battery pack will be replaced with a new pack or the vehicle will be re-acquired from the customer.
Recalled models: I-PACE · 264 vehicles
I-PACE High Voltage battery loose busbar fixings
On affected vehicles the fasteners for the battery module to module electrical connecting busbars may not be sufficiently secure.
Fix: The busbar fixings will be inspected and as required new components installed.
Recalled models: I-PACE · 9 vehicles
On affected vehicles a crack may be present in the floor tunnel strengthening panel. Where a crack is present there is risk that the crack may propagate which may impact the seat anchorage structural performance.
On affected vehicles a crack may be present in the floor tunnel strengthening panel. Where a crack is present there is risk that the crack may propagate which may impact the seat anchorage structural performance.
Fix: Drilling a hole at either end of the crack and installation of an additional aluminium plate if a crack is present.
Recalled models: I-PACE · 70 vehicles
Jaguar I-PACE High Voltage Battery Pack Fire or Smoke - Incorrectly Repaired
On certain vehicles recall R/2023/154 has been incorrectly completed. As a result the correct software was not downloaded to the vehicles concerned. Incorrectly repaired vehicles will continue to have a risk of vehicle thermal overload condition.
Fix: Vehicles will receive an update to the Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) software that will monitor the battery pack assembly operational status.
Recalled models: I-PACE · 374 vehicles
On affected I-PACE vehicles without heated front windscreen the High Voltage Coolant Heater (HVCH) can fail to operate and will not provide windscreen defrosting capability.
On affected I-PACE vehicles without heated front windscreen the High Voltage Coolant Heater (HVCH) can fail to operate and will not provide windscreen defrosting capability.
Fix: Replace the high voltage coolant heater.
Recalled models: I-PACE · 15 vehicles
On affected Jaguar I-PACE vehicles there is a risk of high voltage battery pack assembly thermal overload. 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.
On affected Jaguar I-PACE vehicles there is a risk of high voltage battery pack assembly thermal overload. 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.
Fix: Vehicles will receive an update to the Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) software that will monitor the battery pack assembly operational status that indicates where the battery contains conditions which may lead to thermal overload condition.
Recalled models: I-PACE · 26,137 vehicles
On certain vehicles the EV battery condition may be degraded. A degraded EV battery may give rise to an elevated risk of thermal overload in extreme cases this may lead to a vehicle fire.
On certain vehicles the EV battery condition may be degraded. A degraded EV battery may give rise to an elevated risk of thermal overload in extreme cases this may lead to a vehicle fire.
Fix: Replacement of the traction battery and associated components.
Recalled models: I-PACE · 9 vehicles
One or more of the fasteners on the right hand front seat frame assembly may be missing or incorrectly assembled
The fasteners on the right hand front seat frame may be missing or incorrectly assembled.
Fix: Replace the right hand front seat.
Recalled models: I-PACE · 6 vehicles
The friction braking system does not meet the requirements
Vehicles may not comply with EU 13H braking regulations.
Fix: Install software upgrade.
Recalled models: I-PACE · 3,099 vehicles
Checking a Jaguar I-Pace before you buy
Look at the parts above at the viewing, and read the car’s own MOT history: advisories for the same parts suggest the problem is already starting. Sweep’s free check shows every MOT, advisory and mileage reading for a registration.