Seat belt warning system malfunction/fmvss 208
Defect Summary
Porsche cars north america, inc. (porsche) is recalling certain 2020 taycan turbo, 2021 taycan, taycan 4s cross turismo, 2022 taycan, taycan turbo, taycan gts, taycan 4 cross turismo, taycan 4s cross turismo, 2020-2022 taycan 4s and taycan turbo s, and 2023 taycan vehicles. when there is an unbelted passenger, the seat belt warning light and audible chime will not activate as intended. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Safety Consequence
A malfunctioning seat belt warning system may not alert the passenger to buckle their seat belt, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed may 16, 2023. owners may contact porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. porsche's number for this recall is apa2.
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FAQ: Recall 23V176000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 23V176000?
NHTSA recall 23V176000 was issued by Porsche Cars North America, Inc. on March 17, 2023. It addresses: Seat belt warning system malfunction/fmvss 208. The recall affects approximately 130 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Porsche Cars North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 23V176000 or the manufacturer campaign number APA2. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.