Jaguar Recall 26V-248: Electrical system – DC/DC converter

Affected: 2021–2022 Jaguar E-Pace, 2021–2024 Jaguar F-Pace, 2020–2024 Land Rover Defender and 6 more. Filed with NHTSA on April 17, 2026, covering about 170,169 vehicles.

The problem

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar and Land Rover Discovery, 2020-2023 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, 2019-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Range Rover, 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Defender, 2021-2024 Jaguar F-Pace, and 2021-2022 Jaguar E-Pace mild-hybrid electric vehicles (MHEVs). Insufficient electrical load balancing during times of high demand can lead to a current overload condition and malfunction of the DCDC converter. A failure of the DC-DC converter will result in a loss of 12-Volt system charging and can lead to complete loss of drive power and exterior lighting.

The risk

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the central software, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 17, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's numbers for this recall are D126 and H575.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign26V-248 (26V248000)
Manufacturer numberD126 H575
ManufacturerJaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
ComponentElectrical system › Propulsion system › DC/DC converter
Report dateApril 17, 2026
Vehicles affected170,169
Initiated byNHTSA investigation

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the electrical system

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 26V-248 repair free?

Yes. Jaguar dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will update the central software, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 17, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 170,169 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.