Porsche Taycan Recall R/2024/454: Checking HVB Cell Modules And Re-programming BMCe Software, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 11 Nov 2024
- Launched
- 7,916
- vehicles in the UK
- ARB6
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Porsche recalled Taycan vehicles built between 21 October 2019 and 4 March 2024. A short circuit within the battery modules during the vehicle’s service life cannot be ruled out under certain circumstances which could lead to thermal events and later to a fire in the vehicle. The dealer will replace the battery modules and the on-board diagnostic software (BMCe control unit) will be installed. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
A short circuit within the battery modules during the vehicle’s service life cannot be ruled out under certain circumstances which could lead to thermal events and later to a fire in the vehicle.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: ARB6 recall campaign - Checking HVB cell modules and re-programming BMCe software Defect: A short circuit within the battery modules during the vehicle’s service life cannot be ruled out under certain circumstances which could lead to thermal events and later to a fire in the vehicle. Remedy: On the affected vehicles the battery modules must be replaced and the on-board diagnostic software (BMCe control unit) will be installed.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to thermal events and later to a fire in the vehicle.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the battery modules and the on-board diagnostic software (BMCe control unit) will be installed. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Taycan built between 21 October 2019 and 4 March 2024 may be included. Porsche estimates 7,916 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Porsche, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Porsche.
- Book with any franchised Porsche dealer, quoting the campaign code ARB6 or the DVSA reference R/2024/454. See how to get a Porsche recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panamera, TaycanCheck the air suspension strut on the front axle and rework if necessary | Book soon | R/2025/264 | |
| TaycanReplacing cell block module on high-voltage battery | Urgent | R/2024/407 | |
| TaycanReplacing brake hose on the left and right front axle | Urgent | R/2024/267 | |
| TaycanChecking high-voltage battery and replacing cell block module if necessary | Urgent | R/2024/204 | |
| TaycanReplacing cell block module on high-voltage battery | Urgent | R/2024/186 |
This is one of 122 Porsche recalls in DVSA’s data. The Porsche recall launched before it was R/2024/427 on 28 Oct 2024, for stop Use & Safety Recall: Wheel attachment with central locking. The one launched after it was R/2025/060 on 1 Dec 2024, for re-programming DME control unit. You can also see every Porsche recall, all recalls launched in 2024 and high-voltage battery recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2024/454, launched 11 November 2024. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.