Porsche Recall AMB5: Software Error Can Cause Loss Of Motive Power
2021 Porsche Taycan
A loss of motive power increases the risk of a crash.
Electrical System — Propulsion System — Traction Motor — Controller — Software
Engine And Engine Cooling — Engine — Engine Control Module (Ecu/Ecm) — Software
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Taycan Turbo, Taycan Turbo S, Taycan 4S, 2021 Taycan, Taycan Cross Turismo, Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo, Taycan 4S Cross Turismo, and Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo vehicles. The monitoring software can incorrectly detect a fault and shutdown the power train, causing a loss of motive power.
Dealers will reprogram the power electronics and the engine control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 30, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB5.
