Porsche Recall 21V-794: Hazard flashing warning lights

Affected: 2020–2021 Porsche Taycan. Filed with NHTSA on October 13, 2021, covering about 11,827 vehicles.

The problem

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Taycan vehicles. The pre-collision automatic hazard lights may activate in non-emergency situations. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

The risk

An activation of hazard lights in non-emergency situations could confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will reprogram the hazard lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 2, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMC1.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign21V-794 (21V794000)
Manufacturer numberAMC1
ManufacturerPorsche Cars North America, Inc.
ComponentExterior lighting › Hazard flashing warning lights
Report dateOctober 13, 2021
Owners notifiedDecember 2, 2021
Vehicles affected11,827
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 21V-794 repair free?

Yes. Porsche dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will reprogram the hazard lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 2, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMC1.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 11,827 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.