Land Rover / Range Rover Mild Hybrid Electrical System Investigation (Short)

We are investigating reported concerns involving certain Land Rover and Range Rover vehicles equipped with Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle (“MHEV”) systems, including alleged defects affecting the vehicles’ DC-DC converters and 48V electrical systems.

Reports and publicly available court filings indicate that certain affected vehicles may experience premature failure of the DC-DC converter, which may result in battery charging failures, electrical faults, loss of vehicle functionality, sudden stalling, or inability to restart the vehicle.

If your vehicle has displayed warnings such as “Stop Safely Electrical Fault Detected”, experienced sudden electrical shutdowns, stalling, or repeated battery-related issues, you may contact us confidentially and free of charge.

No class proceeding has been filed in British Columbia and no court has determined that any defect exists.

Potential Automotive Class Proceeding Under Investigation:

Land Rover / Range Rover MHEV DC-DC Converter and Electrical System Defect

Our firm is investigating a potential Canada-wide class proceeding concerning certain Land Rover and Range Rover vehicles equipped with Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle (“MHEV”) systems.

According to publicly available allegations and consumer complaints, certain affected vehicles may contain defects involving the vehicles’ DC-DC converter systems, which are responsible for converting power from the vehicle’s 48V battery system for use by the 12V electrical system.

The allegations reviewed to date indicate that premature failure of the DC-DC converter may interfere with essential vehicle functionality, including charging systems, electrical components, warning systems, engine starting, and continued vehicle operation. Reports further indicate that, in some circumstances, affected vehicles may display warnings such as:

–        “Stop Safely Electrical Fault Detected”;

–        Charging system malfunction warnings; or

–        Battery-related fault notifications.

According to the allegations and publicly available complaints, some owners have reported:

–        Sudden vehicle shutdowns while driving;

–        Loss of propulsion or engine stalling;

–        Inability to restart the vehicle;

–        Repeated battery drainage issues;

–        Electrical system failures;

–        Loss of steering assist or braking functionality following electrical shutdowns; and

–        Significant delays in obtaining replacement components due to alleged parts backorders.

The investigation currently concerns certain:

–        Land Rover Defender (2020 onward);

–        Range Rover (2020 onward);

–        Range Rover Sport (2019 onward);

–        Range Rover Velar (2020 onward);

–        Range Rover Evoque (2019 onward);

–        Discovery (2020 onward); and

–        Discovery Sport (2019 onward) vehicles equipped with MHEV systems.

Publicly available materials further indicate that Jaguar Land Rover issued technical service materials relating to MHEV DC-DC converter failures, including references to “internal failure” of the 48V DC-DC converter and associated charging issues.

The investigation is reviewing whether the alleged issues may materially impair vehicle safety, reliability, utility, durability, and value.

If you own or lease an affected Land Rover or Range Rover vehicle and have experienced electrical fault warnings, battery charging issues, sudden stalling, repeated repairs, or related concerns, you may contact us to share your experience. Providing information is confidential, free of charge, and does not obligate you to participate in any legal proceeding.

This investigation remains ongoing. No class proceeding has been certified, and the allegations described above have not been proven in court.

Frequently Asked Questions – Land Rover / Range Rover Electrical System Investigation

What issue is being investigated?

We are investigating allegations that certain Land Rover and Range Rover MHEV vehicles may experience premature failure of the DC-DC converter and related electrical system components.

What symptoms have reportedly been experienced?

Reported issues may include:

–        “Stop Safely Electrical Fault Detected” warnings;

–        Sudden electrical shutdowns;

–        Vehicle stalling while driving;

–        Battery charging failures;

–        Loss of electrical functionality;

–        Inability to restart the vehicle; and

–        Repeated repairs involving the DC-DC converter or MHEV system.

Which vehicles may be affected?

The investigation currently concerns certain:

–        Defender;

–        Range Rover;

–        Range Rover Sport;

–        Range Rover Velar;

–        Range Rover Evoque;

–        Discovery; and

–        Discovery Sport vehicles equipped with MHEV systems.

Has a class proceeding been filed in British Columbia?

No. At this time, this is an investigation only. No class proceeding has been filed in British Columbia and no court has determined that any defect exists.

What is the alleged defect?

According to publicly available allegations, the vehicles’ DC-DC converter may fail prematurely, preventing proper power conversion between the 48V and 12V electrical systems and potentially causing widespread electrical failures.

Have technical bulletins or service actions been issued?

Publicly available materials indicate that Jaguar Land Rover issued technical service materials and service actions relating to MHEV battery and DC-DC converter issues.

What should I do if I experienced these issues?

If you experienced electrical fault warnings, sudden shutdowns, stalling, repeated repairs, or prolonged repair delays relating to the MHEV system, you may contact us confidentially to provide information regarding your experience.

Does contacting the firm cost anything?

No. Providing information is confidential and free of charge, and does not obligate you to retain the firm or participate in any proceeding.