Porsche Taycan recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

October 1, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. recalls 2020–2023 Porsche Taycan

Recall number

24V731000

Brand / firm

Porsche

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 193 units

Why it was recalled

A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Taycan vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery module.

What to do

Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. Dealers will replace the affected modules in the high-voltage battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 22, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ARB5. This recall expands previous recall numbers 23V-840, 24V-215, and 24V-217. Vehicles previously repaired under the prior recalls will need to have the new remedy completed.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.