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2021 Jaguar E-PACE problems, recalls and owner complaints
What the 2021 Jaguar E-PACE has been recalled for, how often it fails the UK MOT and what owners report, from official government data. Updated October 25, 2026.
- 5safety recalls
- 1owner complaint
- 0crash reports
- 0fire reports
- 5%fail the UK MOT
1 complaints, against an average of 3 for the other 4 Jaguar E-PACE model years.
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What goes wrong with the 2021 Jaguar E-PACE?
The components named most often in the 1 owner complaints. One complaint can name several, so the shares can add up to more than 100%.
Has the 2021 Jaguar E-PACE been recalled?
5 U.S. safety recalls. Repairs are free at a franchised dealer; some are done over the air.
Electrical System: Propulsion System: Dc/Dc Converter Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, Land Rover Range Rover, Land Rover Discovery Sport, Land Rover Defender, 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar, Jaguar E-Pace, F-Pace, and Land Rover Discovery vehicles. The DC-DC converter may malfunction due to an electrical overload that can occur during high power demand. Additionally, a software error can cause the DC-DC converter to stop functioning at vehicle start-up under certain circumstances. Failure of the DC-DC converter will result in the loss of 12-Volt system charging and can lead to complete loss of drive power and exterior lighting.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 13, 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 number for this recall is E008. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 26V248.
Electrical System: Propulsion System: Dc/Dc Converter 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.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
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.
Air Bags: Passenger Side Frontal: Cushion Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2021-2024 E-Pace vehicles. The passenger air bag may tear during deployment.
Risk: A torn air bag may not adequately protect an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, a torn air bag may allow hot gases to escape, which can cause a burn injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact Jaguar's customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H552.
Air Bags Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2021-2023 E-Pace vehicles. The passenger air bag may tear during deployment.
Risk: A torn air bag may not adequately protect an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, a torn air bag may allow the escape of hot gases which can burn an occupant.
Fix: Dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 30, 2024. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H491.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2021-2024 E-Pace vehicles. The brake pad wear warning light may not appear on the instrument cluster as intended, failing to warn the driver that the brake pads are worn out. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk: Driving with worn brake pads can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the car configuration file software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2024. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H481.
Is the 2021 Jaguar E-PACE recalled in the UK or Europe?
Recalls issued by the UK's DVSA and through the EU's Safety Gate system that cover this model and build period. European models can differ from U.S. ones, and "years estimated" means the recall gave no build dates, so confirm your own car with your registration or VIN.
UK DVSAE-PACE F-PACE Defender Discovery Sport Range Rover Evoque and Range Rover Velar PHEV Traction Battery Fire Risk
Risk: Vehicles have experienced thermal overload which may manifest in smoke or fire that may occur underneath the rear of the vehicle where the high voltage traction battery is located. The root cause is not yet known and investigations are continuing. 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 be inspected by the retailer and as required at-risk battery packs will be replaced.
UK DVSAJaguar E-PACE Inappropriate Passenger Airbag Deployment
Risk: On certain 2021 to 2024 Model Year Jaguar E-PACE vehicles during a passenger airbag deployment the airbag may tear as a result of improper folding of the airbag during the airbag assembly process.
Fix: Affected Vehicles will have the passenger airbag module and associated components replaced.
UK DVSAElectric Power Inverter Converter B (EPICB) Software Update
Risk: On affected vehicles due to a software issue in the Electric Power Inverter Converter B (EPICB) it is possible that as the high voltage battery depletes during driving in EV mode the engine may not restart when the state of charge reduces and the vehicle will therefore lose power. There will not be an associated warning to the driver.
Fix: Vehicle’s software to be updated in the Electric Power Inverter Converter B (EPICB) and other modules as required to ensure complete cross-module integration. In parallel an over-the-air update will be rolled out and customers who successfully complete this update will not need to visit a retailer.
UK DVSAJaguar E-PACE Inappropriate Passenger Airbag Deployment
Risk: On affected vehicles during a passenger airbag deployment the airbag may tear as a result of the facia airbag deployment door panel not being sufficiently weakened.
Fix: Vehicles will have the passenger airbag module and associated components replaced.
UK DVSAAJ21-D4 Turbo Oil Feed Pipe LeakD4 Turbo Oil Feed Pipe Leak
Risk: On certain vehicles there may be insufficient clamp load on the turbocharger oil feed pipe which may over time loosen and lead to an oil leak.
Fix: The oil feed pipe will be removed the O-rings replaced lubricated and an additional clamp installed.
UK DVSAThe rubberised fuel return hose assembly may have been incorrectly manufactured
Risk: The rubberised fuel return hose assembly may have been incorrectly manufactured.
Fix: Inspect the date code on the fuel return pipe and replace the part if necessary.
UK DVSAThe emergency locking retractor in the front right hand side seat belt assembly may not function correctly
Risk: The Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) in the front right hand side seat belt assembly may not function correctly.
Fix: Inspect the seat belt assembly and replace if required.
UK DVSAThe right hand front supplementary restraint seatbelt pre tensioner will not function unless the left hand front seat is occupied
Risk: The right hand front (RHF) (driver's side) supplementary restraint seatbelt pre-tensioner will not function unless the left hand front seat (LHF) (passenger's side) is occupied.
Fix: Dealers will re-orient the connections to align with the respective seating positions.
EU Safety GateA defective module has been installed in the high-voltage battery, which may cause it to overheat and could lead to a fire.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: 12/06/2026
EU Safety GateThe front-seat passenger airbag is incorrectly folded and may therefore tear when it is deployed.This may cause injuries to passengers. In addition, hot gases could leak out and vehicle occupants could sustain burns.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Importer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
EU Safety GateDuring its deployment, the passenger airbag may tear due to the facial airbag deployment door panel not being sufficiently weakened.A torn airbag may reduce the occupant protection, increase risk of injuries in the event of an accident.Moreover, a torn airbag could release hot gases, causing burns to occupants.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
EU Safety GateDue to manufacturing defect, the support wire grid between the inner and outer layers of the fuel injector rubber return pipe may not…Due to manufacturing defect, the support wire grid between the inner and outer layers of the fuel injector rubber return pipe may not provide sufficient support, which may cause the pipe to bend and break over time. As a result, fuel could leak into the cold side of the motor compartment and onto the road surface, posing a risk to the following traffic.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: 25/06/2021
EU Safety GateAn incorrect wiring harness configuration to the restraints control module (RCM) links the wrong seat belt buckle.As a result, the driver's seat belt pre-tensioner may not operate in the event of an accident, increasing the risk of injury.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
How often does the 2021 Jaguar E-PACE fail its MOT?
Why they failed: the share of failed tests with at least one fault in each area (a test can fail on several). Cars first registered in 2021, tested in Great Britain in 2023; first registration is usually, but not always, the model year. Source: DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0.
What do 2021 Jaguar E-PACE owners report?
1 of the 1 complaints, the most recent for the most-reported components, as the owners wrote them. NHTSA removes names and VINs; long reports are trimmed. CarHooq has not verified individual claims.
The contact owns a 2021 Jaguar E-Pace. The contact stated that while driving and coming to a stop light or stop sign, the automatic stop start caused the vehicle when stopped and light or stop sign, the vehicle stalled. The issue also occurred while driving on a roadway, the vehicle stalled when stopped. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and did a multi point inspection. updated the module however the issue persisted. The issue happened multi times and taken to the dealer, where it was then said the the issue could not be duplicated. The manufacturer was notified of…
2021 Jaguar E-PACE: questions owners ask
Is the 2021 Jaguar E-PACE reliable?
NHTSA data alone cannot rate reliability, but it shows what owners reported. Owners filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2021 Jaguar E-PACE; the most common categories were electrical system (1, 100%), engine (1, 100%). There are 5 safety recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Jaguar E-PACE?
Across 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the categories mentioned most often are electrical system (100% of complaints), engine (100% of complaints). One complaint can name several components.
Does the 2021 Jaguar E-PACE have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2021 Jaguar E-PACE; the most recent (campaign 26V599000, 2026-09-17) concerns Electrical System: Propulsion System: Dc/Dc Converter. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Check your own E-PACE
Counts are a starting point, not a verdict: popular models collect more complaints because more of them are on the road, and NHTSA does not verify individual reports. To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls (U.S.) or your registration at check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk (UK). Had a safety problem? Report it to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations and recalls.
Data: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation recall and complaint databases (public domain), DVSA anonymised MOT results (Open Government Licence v3.0), DVSA vehicle recalls (Open Government Licence v3.0), EU Safety Gate alerts (© European Union), retrieved October 25, 2026. Model year 2021 only.