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Recall Advice/Options/What am I missing?

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#1 ·
guys,

2019 original owner, bought new in Cali, subject to the buy back recall. the car is paid off, it is not my daily driver, and in fact isn't used more than MAYBE a couple hundred miles a month. It's a scoot around car at this point. so while I'm not crazy about the 80% range nerfing, it's not the end of the world. I REALLY don't want another car payment, and I'm see the $30k max figure being thrown around.

understanding the car is pretty worthless on the open market/trade in later, what would be the consequence of keeping it and sticking to the 80%? my last scooter car lasted 10 years or so. the car is in great shape and works, it's already out of warranty, I won't charge it to 100%, etc. is keeping it a realistic option? or are there market conditions or legal consequences for keeping it that I'm just not bright enough to see?

I think getting a new(er) one from Jag is not realistic, but I haven't been given a formal offer yet. I've read through all these posts here and there's a lot of conflicting information from people, so I thought I'd ask what might be a dumb question.

thanks in advance.
 
#3 ·
I will say that there has been some concern about whether a good balancing of the traction battery is occurring when it is being kicked out at an unexpected 72%. After I had 2 cells replaced, I was able to charge to 100% again, but my range was way down for about 2 weeks until it apparently balanced out at a normal 100% with a longer range.
 
#4 ·
Following several post streams, add another to the list. My situation has been posted in several different streams. Like you Im an original owner of a 19 that I ordered in fall of 18. Despite all the trouble she’s been I still love her and really don’t want to sell her back to Jaguar, especially at 30K, if that’s even the figure.
 
#11 ·
I received an email from the company Morley today. They asked for documents and said that "This correspondence serves as confirmation that Jaguar Land Rover will repurchase your vehicle at the market value of your vehicle from October 2024. Over time vehicles depreciate and utilizing the Kelly Blue Book market value from October 2024 ensures a fair offer for all our customers. ". Their bold. I wrote back that my idea of fairness was having a similar car and suggested a new battery or that we follow MA Lemon Law math (1% off per 1000 miles)
 
#21 ·
Buy Back for H514 is going to happen. Although I traded in my 2019 FE for another EV, I received a recall H514 notice dated 3/5/25 stating that JLR's final remedy is "to arrange re-purchase of your vehicle from you." See highlighted text in attachment. PS: I love my new EV and don't miss my I-Pace.
 

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#26 ·
Keeping it is definitely a realistic option, especially if you're fine with the 80% range and don’t want another car payment. The biggest downside is resale value—it’ll likely keep dropping, and future trade-in options may be limited.

Legally, as long as the recall isn’t mandatory, you should be fine. If it meets your needs and is in great shape, sticking with it seems reasonable. That said, if Jaguar’s buyback offer is anywhere near $30K, it might be worth considering before values dip further. Waiting for the formal offer first is a good move
 
#38 ·
I considered doing exactly this, but realized that if I refuse a buy-back and Jaguar says it will no longer service the thing at all, who do I get to service exotic 400V accessories like AC, blowers... The local tech showed me the moon suit and special equipment Jag requires him to use. Your local shade tree mechanic won't have such advantages or know how. But I do wonder if a cottage industry servicing orphaned EVs might spring up over the next few years as a result of failed companies and abandonment by manufacturers.