High-voltage battery quick release system for vehicle

A high-voltage battery quick release system for an electrified vehicle and related method for using same is provided. In one exemplary implementation, the high-voltage battery quick release system includes a first quick release switch that sends an activation signal indicative of a battery disconnect request. A mechanical decoupled is configured to mechanically decouple the high-voltage battery from the vehicle. An electrical decoupler is configured to electrically disconnect the high-voltage battery from the vehicle. A controller receives a signal from the first quick release switch and, responsive to the activation signal, (i) sends a signal to the mechanical decoupler that mechanically decouples the high-voltage battery from the vehicle and (ii) electrically disconnects the high-voltage battery from the vehicle.