JLR Recalls 23,677 SUVs
Jaguar Land Rover is recalling 23,677 SUVs equipped with its 48-volt hybrid system. The recall covers nine model ranges and addresses a potential DC-DC converter malfunction. The issue could result in a loss of drive power and exterior lighting. JLR will fix the affected vehicles with a software update at no cost to owners.
DC-DC Converter Issue Identified
The affected vehicles use a DC-DC converter to manage voltage levels within the 48-volt hybrid system. Under high electrical demand, insufficient load balancing could overload the system and cause the converter to fail. A separate software bug could also cause the converter to go offline during vehicle startup.
Defender Among Affected Models
The recall covers 2020–2024 Land Rover Defender, Discovery Sport, Range Rover Evoque, Range Rover and Range Rover Velar models, along with the 2021–2024 Land Rover Discovery. It also includes the 2019–2024 Range Rover Sport and selected Jaguar E-Pace and F-Pace models.
Defender & Range Rover Sport See Most Vehicles
The Land Rover Defender has 8,100 potentially affected vehicles, while the Range Rover Sport accounts for 10,973 units. A further 3,849 Range Rover SUVs are included. The Discovery accounts for 552 vehicles, while smaller recall numbers apply to the Discovery Sport, Range Rover Evoque, Range Rover Velar, Jaguar E-Pace and Jaguar F-Pace.
Second Recall For A Similar Issue
This latest campaign follows a larger recall filed in April 2026 involving 170,169 JLR vehicles. That campaign addressed a similar DC-DC converter problem. JLR says the earlier fix addressed hardware-related issues, while a subsequent investigation identified software-related causes that could trigger similar electrical overloads.
Warning Lights & Loss Of Drive Power
Affected vehicles can display warning messages instructing the driver to stop when safe. If the DC-DC converter fails, the hybrid battery can gradually lose charge. The vehicle may then coast to a stop and lose its exterior lighting. JLR says 393 claims and field reports related to the issue were received between April and September 2026.
Software Update Adds Limp-Home Mode
JLR dealers will install a software update to correct the identified bug and improve electrical load balancing during high-demand situations. The update will also introduce a “limp home” mode that activates if the DC-DC converter goes offline. The repair will be carried out free of charge for affected owners.
No Injuries Or Accidents Reported
JLR has not reported any injuries or accidents linked to the recall issue. The company has identified the affected vehicles through its investigation and will contact owners of eligible SUVs. Notifications are expected to be sent by November 13, 2026.
Middle East Relevance
The recall is relevant to Middle Eastern markets because the affected Land Rover and Range Rover models are widely sold across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and Oman. However, the reported recall covers vehicles identified in the US market. Owners in the Middle East should check with their local JLR retailer for region-specific recall campaigns and vehicle eligibility.
Prices In The Middle East
The recall does not involve a change to vehicle pricing. Middle Eastern prices for the Defender, Range Rover Sport, Range Rover and other affected models vary by market, specification and optional equipment. Owners should contact an authorised JLR retailer if they want to confirm whether their vehicle is included in a local recall campaign.
Recall Repairs Expected From 2026
JLR is expected to begin addressing affected vehicles through the software update campaign, with owner notifications in the US scheduled by November 13, 2026. The update is designed to prevent the software-related DC-DC converter issue and provide a limp-home function if the converter becomes unavailable.
