Koenigsegg Determines Cause of Jesko Hypercar Fire in Greece Koenigsegg has concluded their investigation into the Jesko fire in Greece. All Jesko owners had been requested to not drive their cars until the investigation had turned up a report. The news was shared by Christian Von Koenigsegg on Instagram recently, and improvements (preventive measures) include a gearbox change and software update for all Jesko owners. In the statement issued on Tuesday, Christian Von Koenigsegg said that they would be “replacing the car” for the owner, and thanked him for his continued support. According to von Koenigsegg, the investigation revealed a trail of hydraulic fluid on the road near the wreckage. This, combined with a pressurized hose carrying hydraulic fluid that failed on the car, was the most likely cause of the Jesko fire in Greece. Fortunately, no one was injured in the incident, and the company expressed gratitude for this outcome. In response to the Jesko fire in Greece, Koenigsegg had asked all Jesko owners to pause driving their vehicles until they can be brought to a service center for a thorough inspection of the pressurized hydraulic hoses. This precautionary measure aims to ensure the safety of all Jesko owners while the company addresses the issue. Furthermore, Koenigsegg announced that they are developing a software update that can detect a pressure drop or leak in the hydraulic system and immediately shut it down to prevent potential fires. This additional layer of safety demonstrates the company's commitment to protecting its customers and their valuable hypercars. The investigation also revealed that crucial components such as the fuel tank, engine oil system, and transmission oil system remained intact and uncompromised after the Jesko fire in Greece. This finding suggests that these systems were not the source of the fire, reinforcing the conclusion that the hydraulic fluid leak was the primary culprit. Koenigsegg is currently inspecting the installation of all hydraulic hoses in the affected area on all production Jeskos and those in the field. This comprehensive check aims to ensure that the installation is not compromised, minimizing the risk of future incidents similar to the Jesko fire in Greece. The Jesko, named after Christian von Koenigsegg's father, is a limited-production hypercar with only 125 units planned. Powered by a twin-turbocharged 5.0-liter V8 engine producing up to 1,600 horsepower on E85 fuel, the Jesko is one of the most powerful production cars in the world. The company has pledged to build a new Jesko for the customer whose vehicle was lost in the Jesko fire in Greece. As Koenigsegg continues to prioritize the safety and satisfaction of its customers, the swift action taken in response to the Jesko fire in Greece demonstrates the company's dedication to maintaining the highest standards of quality and reliability in the exclusive world of hypercars. Source: Koenigsegg on Instagram
