A safety recall has been issued in the UK for the Jaecoo 7 ICE (T1EJ) after a fault was identified with the vehicle’s ECU wiring harness clip. According to the official UK recall listing, the issue affects a specific batch of vehicles in which the harness clip was not fully engaged during assembly, which may cause the engine warning light to appear and the engine to stall while the vehicle is in motion. The recall is listed as R/2026/069, dated 2 March 2026, on the UK government vehicle recall service.
The recall notice states that incomplete engagement of the ECU harness clip may cause an unexpected engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash if it occurs while driving. Owners of affected vehicles are advised to contact their local OMODA and JAECOO UK dealership or the manufacturer to check whether their vehicle is included in the recall.
Manufacturers will carry out the required work free of charge. The repair involves inspecting the harness installation, ensuring the harness fastener is correctly secured, and replacing any worn wiring harness components if necessary.
According to the recall information, 7,317 vehicles are affected by the issue.
DM News Commentary
Vehicle recalls are a normal part of the automotive industry, but faults involving potential engine stalls while driving are taken particularly seriously because of the possible safety implications.
For Jaecoo owners, the key takeaway is that the repair process is straightforward and free. If you drive a Jaecoo 7 ICE from the affected production batch, it’s worth contacting your dealer and arranging the inspection as soon as possible to ensure everything is fitted correctly and the vehicle remains safe to drive.
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