2020 jaguar I-PACE electrical problems

moderate 19 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850

Complaints

Recalls

Crashes

Avg fix

$850

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 24V085000 08/02/2024

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Jaguar I-PACE vehicles previously repaired under recall number 23V-369

A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Owners are advised to park and charge their vehicle outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete and for 30 days after the repair has been completed. The battery energy control module software will be updated by a dealer. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 20, 2024. Owners may contact Jaguar's customer service at 1 -800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H471. These vehicles were previously recalled for this same issue under recall number 23V-369 and will need to have the new remedy performed.

severe NHTSA 24V086000 08/02/2024

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Jaguar I-PACE vehicles

Electrical arcing increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the busbar fasteners and replace any damaged components as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 21, 2024. Owners may contact Jaguar's customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H468.

severe NHTSA 24V183000 07/03/2024

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC

A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the high-voltage battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 26, 2024. Owners may contact Jaguar's customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H484. These vehicles were previously recalled under 23V-369 and will need to have the new remedy completed.

What owners are reporting 14 most recent

electrical · filed 12/18/2025

The contact owns a 2020 Jaguar I-Pace. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the traction battery fault warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the parking brake light was blinking. In addition, the contact stated that two days prior to the failure, there was a burning odor inside the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer; however, the vehicle had not yet…

electrical · filed 12/01/2025

The contact owns a 2020 Jaguar I-Pace. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V369000 (Electrical System); however, the failure persisted, and the battery energy control module had been replaced several times. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle and driving at an undisclosed speed, the message "Traction Battery Fault Detected, Ok t…

electrical · filed 11/23/2022

From Day 1 of purchase, I have been unable to enter the vehicle or start it easily due to a recurring failure of the Transceiver Part # T4K1278. I have had six (6) dealership visits to rectify this concern. The part (T4K8326 Antenna) has been replaced once when I was not able to open the vehicle after multiple attempts. This did not solve the issue. The last dealership visit indicated the Tran…

electrical · filed 09/28/2023

The contact owns a 2020 Jaguar I-Pace. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who replaced the battery; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 25,000.

electrical · filed 08/30/2023

The contact owns a 2020 Jaguar I-Pace. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V369000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that they were waiting for the software to perform the recall repair. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the r…

electrical · filed 08/17/2024

High voltage battery is over heating. Constantly getting messages stating "Traction Battery Fault Detected" when charging or when there are days of extreme heats. In addition, when charging, a loud fan like noise is present and car gets really hot. Now my car is stating "Stop Safely Battery Fault detected " right in the middle of me driving and I lost power for about 14 seconds. Power goes in and …

electrical · filed 08/05/2024

I noticed a strong mildew smell in car. So I searched around car to see where smell was coming from noticed foggy moisture on windshield along with water drips. So I did some more searching and noticed front and back floor mats were wet. I pulled them up and carpet underneath was also wet. I took car to dealer in May 2024 and basically they stated they couldn’t find where water was coming from. An…

electrical · filed 08/02/2023

The contact owns a 2020 Jaguar I-Pace. The contact stated that while charging the battery in the garage, the vehicle started overheating with the fan activated. The contact stated that the garage became hot, and the contact disconnected the battery before causing severe damage. The contact stated that while driving, the battery decreased by 50 miles unexpectedly. The contact was able to recharge t…

electrical · filed 07/22/2025

I’ve been getting a High Voltage System Fault on my dash. When I search for this online other users mention a fire risk, but when I brought it in to the Jaguar dealership they claimed they couldn’t see the error and sent me back home with the car. The dealership doesn’t seem to be taking this seriously. The error can pop up at any time, sometimes while driving, and sometimes just by pressing the s…

electrical · filed 07/12/2024

I own a 2020 Jaguar I-Pace. Last year H441 software update had been installed on my car as per NHTSA guidelines. To reach of the right car started giving me trouble. I was getting loud fan noise. A few days later I got a traction battery fault notification.Since then, the car has not been charging more than 72%. I gave the car to the dealership for service. They informed me that the H441 software …

Common questions

How serious is the electrical problem on the 2020 jaguar I-PACE?

It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 19 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $850 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.

At what mileage does the electrical typically fail?

Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $850 for electrical repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.

Are there any recalls related to electrical?

Yes — 3 active recall(s) cover electrical issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.

Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.