Porsche Cars North America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #23V347000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 23V347000 by Porsche Cars North America, Inc.. Affecting 2020-2022 taycan vehicles Includes 71 affected units, Incorrect Brake Pad Wear Indicator/FMVSS 135 & 101, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2020-2022 taycan vehicles

Defect Summary

Porsche cars north america, inc. (porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2022 taycan vehicles. an incorrect warning indicator with an incorrect color is displayed in the instrument cluster when notifying owners of worn brake pads. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard numbers 135, "light vehicle brake systems," and 101, "control and displays."

Corrective Action

Dealers will update the software for the instrument cluster, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed july 14, 2023. owners may contact porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. porsche's number for this recall is apa5.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 23V347000
Manufacturer: Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2023-05-16T00:00:00
Subject: Incorrect brake pad wear indicator/fmvss 135 & 101
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 71

Details

MFR Campaign Number: APA5
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Porsche cars north america, inc. (porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2022 taycan vehicles. an incorrect warning indicator with an incorrect color is displayed in the instrument cluster when notifying owners of worn brake pads. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard numbers 135, "light vehicle brake systems," and 101, "control and displays."
Consequence Summary: An incorrect warning indicator may be misinterpreted and result in driving on worn brake pads with reduced brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will update the software for the instrument cluster, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed july 14, 2023. owners may contact porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. porsche's number for this recall is apa5.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 87.32

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NHTSA ID: 23V347000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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