2025 Porsche 911 recall: Exterior lighting: lighting control module, software
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 25V079000
- Reported
- February 12, 2025
- Manufacturer
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
- Part
- Exterior lighting: lighting control module, software
- Vehicles affected
- About 878
What is wrong
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2025 911 vehicles. A software error in the front-end electronics control module may result in the low beam headlights creating a glare for oncoming traffic. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety risk
Excessive glare can decrease the visibility to oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the front-end electronics control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2025. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASA1.
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 1-888-275-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Porsche 911 (2025). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
Excessive glare can decrease the visibility to oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
Dealers will update the front-end electronics control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2025. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASA1.
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.