The problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Taycan vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery module.
The risk
A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. Dealers will replace the affected modules in the high-voltage battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 22, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ARB5. This recall expands previous recall numbers 23V-840, 24V-215, and 24V-217. Vehicles previously repaired under the prior recalls will need to have the new remedy completed.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 24V-731 (24V731000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | ARB5 |
| Manufacturer | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. |
| Component | Electrical system › Propulsion system › Traction battery |
| Report date | October 1, 2024 |
| Owners notified | November 22, 2024 |
| Vehicles affected | 193 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the electrical system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 24V-731 repair free?
Yes. Porsche dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. Dealers will replace the affected modules in the high-voltage battery, free of charge.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 193 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.