Porsche has announced a significant recall affecting over 27,000 of its Taycans in Canada and the US due to a potential short circuit risk in the high-voltage battery modules. The recall, which impacts Taycan models produced between 2020 and 2024, addresses a defect in the battery packs, supplied by LG and assembled in Poland.
The issue raises concerns about the possibility of a fire, prompting Porsche to advise owners to limit their vehicle’s charge to 80% until a more permanent fix is available.
According to the recall documents posted to the Transport Canada and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) websites, the issue could lead to a “thermal event” or fire if a short circuit occurs. With no early warning signs of such a failure, Porsche is taking proactive steps to monitor affected vehicles through over-the-air (OTA) diagnostics, where possible.
For Taycan owners without OTA capabilities, they will need to visit a dealer for a battery inspection. If any anomalies are detected, Porsche will replace the battery modules free of charge.
A permanent solution, including software updates and potential battery replacements, is not expected until the first quarter of 2025.
Long-Term Fix Expected in 2025
While Porsche is diligently working to remedy the issue, the final fix won’t be available until the first quarter of 2025. This includes a software update that will allow real-time monitoring of battery health and, where necessary, replacement of faulty battery modules.
The recall also extends to some Audi models, including the e-tron GT and RS e-tron GT, which share similar battery components. Audi is recalling approximately 6,500 vehicles for the same reason, underscoring the importance of resolving this issue across multiple electric vehicle platforms.
You can read the Transport Canada recall affecting 15 vehicles here, or read the full NHTSA recall document below.
