2024–2025 Porsche Macan Electric recall: Exterior lighting: lighting control module, software
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 24V889000
- Reported
- November 25, 2024
- Manufacturer
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
- Part
- Exterior lighting: lighting control module, software
- Vehicles affected
- About 2,941
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."
Safety risk
Headlights that are excessively bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Porsche Macan Electric (2024, 2025). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
Headlights that are excessively bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
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.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.