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2024-2025 Porsche Macan Electric recall: software

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on November 25, 2024. It covers about 2,941 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,941
reported
Nov 25, 2024
owners notified
Jan 23, 2025

Exterior lighting: lighting control module: software

What is wrong
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Macan Electric vehicles. The headlights may be too bright and exceed the maximum light output, which may adversely affect the vision of drivers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
Headlights that are excessively bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the headlight control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2025. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1‑800‑767‑7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ARC5.

Recall number 24V889000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 24V889000

Is there a recall on the 2024-2025 Porsche Macan Electric software?

Yes. Recall 24V889000, reported on November 25, 2024, covers about 2,941 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 24V889000?

Dealers will reprogram the headlight control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2025. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1‑800‑767‑7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ARC5.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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