The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighNHTSA·21V486000·Announced 2021-06-29

Porsche Recalls 2020-2021 Taycan Models for Powertrain Software Fault

Porsche is recalling certain 2020-2021 Taycan models due to a software monitoring fault that can incorrectly shut down the powertrain, causing loss of motive power and increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This is a confirmed software defect affecting the powertrain of approximately 10,373 vehicles. While it presents a genuine risk of crashes due to loss of motive power, no injuries, property damage, or deaths have been reported in the source material.

Plain-English summary

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. is recalling certain 2020 and 2021 Taycan models, including Taycan Turbo, Taycan Turbo S, Taycan 4S, Taycan, Taycan Cross Turismo, Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo, Taycan 4S Cross Turismo, and Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo variants. Approximately 10,373 vehicles are affected.

The engine control unit monitoring software can incorrectly detect a fault and shut down the powertrain while the vehicle is in use. When this occurs, the driver loses motive power, which increases the risk of a crash.

Porsche dealers will reprogram the power electronics and engine control unit at no charge. Owners can schedule service through Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243 or contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153). Additional information is available at www.nhtsa.gov.

The recalled product

Product
PORSCHE TAYCAN
Brand
PORSCHE
Manufacturer
Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Powertrain Control Electronics
Hazard
Affected units
10,373

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • TAYCAN

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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