nearly 11,000 Porsche Taycans recalled due to faulty passenger airbag functionality
The automotive giant, Porsche, has issued a recall for certain models of the 2022 and 2023 Taycan vehicles in North America. The recall is due to a faulty occupant classification system (OCS) that could potentially deactivate the front passenger airbag, posing a safety risk.
Symptoms of the issue include the OCS not accurately detecting the presence or weight of a passenger in the front seat, which can lead to incorrect airbag deployment decisions. This recall does not involve any software or autonomous driving features; it only affects the OCS and airbag in the front passenger seat.
Porsche dealers will replace or repair the OCS components, specifically the passenger seat cushion sensor or related electronic components, free of charge to the vehicle owner. Affected 2022 and 2023 Taycan vehicles include the Taycan, Taycan Cross Turismo, and Cross Turismo Turbo models, produced between January 3, 2022, and March 31, 2023.
Owners of affected vehicles will be notified by Porsche about the recall and the necessary work. It is recommended to check for open recalls by contacting Porsche customer service or checking the NHTSA website using your VIN, then schedule the free repair to ensure airbag safety compliance.
This recall is part of multiple Taycan recalls recently issued, including those related to the high-voltage battery and braking systems. The occupant classification system recall is identified under campaign ASA2 pertaining to the passenger seat sensor. Detailed official recall notices from Porsche and NHTSA would provide the exact campaign numbers and repair instructions.
The recall affects vehicles in North America only, with approximately 11,000 units of the 2022 and 2023 Taycan recalled. In Canada, 878 Taycan vehicles are part of the recall, while in the United States, the recall covers 9,735 Taycans.
Lear Corporation Hungary is identified as the supplier of the faulty component in the recall. If improperly executed, this connection can cause the OCS to malfunction, entering a fail-safe mode that disables the front passenger airbag. Drivers may notice warning indicators such as an illuminated "Passenger Airbag OFF" light, a chime, and a dashboard error message. Porsche strongly advises against using the front passenger seat if these warnings appear.
Porsche estimates that around 3% of the recalled vehicles may be affected. If you own a 2022 or 2023 Taycan, it is crucial to check for open recalls and schedule the free repair to ensure airbag safety compliance. The recall notice can be found on the NHTSA website (RCLRPT-25V221-8446) for the United States, and Transport Canada's website for Canada. The recall does not involve any other Porsche models besides the mentioned Taycan variants.
- The faulty occupant classification system (OCS) issue in Porsche's 2022 and 2023 Taycan vehicles, affecting approximately 11,000 units in North America, is not limited to the automotive industry as Lear Corporation Hungary, a supplier of components, is identified as the source of the malfunction.
- This recall, related to the OCS and airbag in the front passenger seat of certain 2022 and 2023 Taycan models, also extends to the technology sector due to the electronic components involved and the potential impact on vehicle safety features, such as airbag deployment decisions.
