The problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Porsche Taycan, 2021-2022 Taycan 4S, Taycan Turbo S, Taycan Turbo, Taycan 4 Cross Turismo, Taycan 4S Cross Turismo, Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo, 2022 Taycan GTS, and Taycan GTS Sport Turismo vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery modules.
The risk
A short circuit in the battery increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and repair the high-voltage battery by replacing modules as necessary, free of charge Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APB5.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 23V-840 (23V840000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | APB5 |
| Manufacturer | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. |
| Component | Electrical system › Propulsion system › Traction battery |
| Report date | December 13, 2023 |
| Owners notified | June 14, 2024 |
| Vehicles affected | 205 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
- 2021 Porsche Taycan
- 2022 Porsche Taycan
- 2023 Porsche Taycan
- 2021 Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo
- 2022 Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo
- 2021 Porsche Taycan 4S
- 2022 Porsche Taycan 4S
- 2021 Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo
- 2022 Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo
- 2022 Porsche Taycan GTS
- 2022 Porsche Taycan GTS Sport Turismo
- 2021 Porsche Taycan Turbo
- 2022 Porsche Taycan Turbo
- 2021 Porsche Taycan Turbo Cross Turism
- 2021 Porsche Taycan Turbo S
- 2022 Porsche Taycan Turbo S
- 2022 Porsche Taycan Turbo S Cross Turi
Owner complaints about the electrical system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 23V-840 repair free?
Yes. Porsche dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and repair the high-voltage battery by replacing modules as necessary, free of charge Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 205 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.