Jaguar Land Rover Recalled Plug-in Hybrid Defenders
The manufacturer initiated international recall campaigns to address a potential fire risk in high-voltage battery packs.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Electric Vehicles
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Jaguar Land Rover has issued a recall for 2022 Land Rover Defender plug-in hybrid vehicles in China due to a risk of thermal overload in the battery. Similar safety campaigns have also been launched across the United Kingdom and Europe to address potential fire hazards.
Why it matters
The recalls address a critical safety defect where high-voltage batteries may experience thermal overload, posing a fire risk. Automakers are required to rectify such defects by replacing the battery packs to ensure driver safety and regulatory compliance.
The China-specific recall, identified as campaign S2026M0120V, impacts three 2022 model year Defenders produced between May 25, 2021, and July 1, 2021. In the United Kingdom, the DVSA recall R/2025/553 covers 58 vehicles.
The players
Jaguar Land Rover
A British multinational automotive manufacturer that produces luxury vehicles and SUVs.
Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt
The Federal Motor Transport Authority of Germany responsible for vehicle type approvals and safety recalls.
DVSA
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency is the United Kingdom government body that oversees vehicle safety and road testing.
The details
Dealers are required to replace the high-voltage battery pack in affected vehicles free of charge after receiving notification from the manufacturer. German authorities have issued multiple recall campaign numbers, including 16668R and 16702R, covering models produced as late as 2025.
Timeline
July 8, 2020: Earliest production date of affected European Defender vehicles.
May 25, 2021: Earliest production date of Chinese recall vehicles.
July 1, 2021: Latest production date of Chinese recall vehicles.
September 1, 2026: German campaign 16702R issued.
September 24, 2026: SAMR recall notice issued in China.
Roadmap
This action highlights the increasing regulatory scrutiny surrounding high-voltage battery performance in the transition to electrified powertrains. It positions Jaguar Land Rover alongside other global automakers managing the complex integration of new energy technology across diverse international markets.
Owners of affected plug-in hybrid Defenders should watch for official recall notifications sent via registered mail to schedule their battery replacement. The repair is conducted at no cost to the vehicle owner at authorized dealership service centers.
The takeaway
Vehicle safety recalls for battery-powered systems are a routine mechanism for managing new technology risks in the global automotive market. Owners should maintain up-to-date contact information with their dealership to ensure they receive timely notices for essential safety repairs.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Autoevolution.
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