Recall 25V221 affects 9,735 2022-2023 Porsche Taycan vehicles for a passenger-air-bag sensor error. Repair is free at any franchised Porsche dealer.
Porsche is recalling 9,735 2022-2023 Taycan vehicles because an occupant classification system error can deactivate the front passenger air bag. The defect means the air bag can fail to deploy during a crash and increase injury risk; Porsche dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The occupant classification system in the 2022-2023 Porsche Taycan sits in the front passenger seat cushion. It reads whether the seat is occupied and helps the air bag control system decide whether the front passenger air bag should be active.
In affected vehicles, the crimp connection where the seat cushion heating mat cable changes over to the heating wire was not made correctly. That connection is part of the foam seat cushion assembly that also carries the seat occupancy detection hardware. A poor crimp can create an electrical fault in the seat system, and that fault can cause an occupant classification error. When that happens, the vehicle can turn off the front passenger air bag even with someone sitting there.
If the malfunction occurs, the car is designed to show alerts. Watch for the airbag warning light, an instrument cluster error message, or the Passenger Airbag OFF indicator showing the air bag is off. Those are warning signs to have the vehicle inspected and repaired by a Porsche dealer.
Who's affected?
Covers the Taycan across the 2022 and 2023 model years, with the same front passenger air bag component listed for each year.
| 2023 Porsche Taycan | front air bag |
|---|---|
| 2022 Porsche Taycan | front air bag |
| Units affected | 9,735 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the front passenger air bag does not deploy in a crash, the passenger has a higher risk of injury. Treat an airbag warning light, instrument cluster error message, or Passenger Airbag OFF indicator change as a reason to schedule service soon. Repair is free at any franchised Porsche dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022-2023 Porsche Taycan is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Porsche dealer to schedule the free front-passenger-seat-cushion replacement that fixes the occupant-classification error.
- Bring the recall notice if Porsche mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V221 when you call.
- Keep passengers out of the front passenger seat until the repair is complete; the recall involves a front passenger air bag that fails to deploy during a crash.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Porsche technician replaces the front passenger seat cushion covered by the recall. That cushion contains the occupant classification system tied to front passenger air bag operation, so the repair addresses the seat component involved in the defect. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Porsche is not offering a separate reimbursement program because the affected vehicles are still covered under the Porsche New Car Limited Warranty. If you already have paperwork for a related repair, ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| May 5, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 23, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| May 23, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 6, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| November 24, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V221?
Recall 25V221 covers 9,735 2022-2023 Porsche Taycan vehicles with an occupant classification system error that can deactivate the front passenger air bag. If the air bag does not deploy in a crash, injury risk increases. Porsche dealers will replace the front passenger seat cushion for free.
What should I do if my 2022-2023 Porsche Taycan is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Taycan is included in recall 25V221. If it is, contact a franchised Porsche dealer to schedule the front passenger seat cushion replacement. Reference recall 25V221 or Porsche recall number ASA2 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Porsche will replace the front passenger seat cushion free of charge at any franchised Porsche dealer.
What is the safety risk in recall 25V221?
The front passenger air bag can be deactivated by an occupant classification system error. If that air bag fails to deploy during a crash, the front passenger has an increased risk of injury. The dealer repair replaces the front passenger seat cushion for free.
When did Porsche notify owners about recall 25V221?
Porsche mailed owner notification letters on November 24, 2025. If you bought the Taycan used or never received a letter, check your VIN and call a franchised Porsche dealer with recall 25V221 or Porsche recall number ASA2.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V221000 |
|---|---|
| Porsche customer service | 1-800-767-7243 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V221 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V221000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
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