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JLR Extends Production Pause to Sept. 24 After Cyberattack as Phased Recovery Continues

A controlled recovery led by outside experts follows confirmation of a limited data impact.

Overview

  • Jaguar Land Rover extended its production halt to Sept. 24 following a Sept. 2 cyberattack that forced key systems offline.
  • About 33,000 employees were instructed to stay home during the ongoing suspension of manufacturing operations.
  • The company confirmed that some data were affected, has reported the incident to regulators, and is conducting forensic investigations.
  • Global applications are being restored in stages with third‑party cybersecurity teams, and retail partners remain open.
  • The UK business department is providing support, and JLR rejected reports of a shutdown lasting until November; the company says China deliveries are unaffected so far.