The problem
Porsche Cars of North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Taycan vehicles. The driver and passenger seat wire harness could become damaged during horizontal seat adjustment.
The risk
A damaged seat wire harness may deactivate air bags, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the seat wire harness for damage, add fabric tape to secure the harness, and repair damaged wires as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 22, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANA5.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 22V-278 (22V278000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | ANA5 |
| Manufacturer | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. |
| Component | Seats |
| Report date | April 26, 2022 |
| Owners notified | July 22, 2022 |
| Vehicles affected | 9,570 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seats
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 22V-278 repair free?
Yes. Porsche dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the seat wire harness for damage, add fabric tape to secure the harness, and repair damaged wires as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 22, 2022.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 9,570 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.