NHTSAEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. - Incorrect Headlight Software/FMVSS 108
Published: September 5, 2024Recall ID: 24V654000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
Incorrect headlight control module software may cause the parking lights not to operate as intended when the turn signals are activated, which can reduce vehicle visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Product Description & Identification
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2024 Taycan vehicles. The incorrect headlight control module software may have been installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Affected Products
Incorrect Headlight Software/FMVSS 108
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Incorrect Headlight Software/FMVSS 108 |
| Nhtsa id | 24V654000 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V654000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. |
| Defect summary | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2024 Taycan vehicles. The incorrect headlight control module software may have been installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." |
| Completion rate | 91.19 |
| Corrective action | Dealers will update the headlight control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ARB4. |
| Consequence summary | Incorrect headlight control module software may cause the parking lights not to operate as intended when the turn signals are activated, which can reduce vehicle visibility and increase the risk of a crash. |
| Mfr campaign number | ARB4 |
| Potentially affected | 954 |
| Report received date | 2024-09-05T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |
Overview
- Recalling FirmPorsche Cars North America, Inc.
- Risk LevelEXTERIOR LIGHTING