Porsche — recall

Automotive · Japan · 2024-07-25

Porsche auto headlight control unit software is inappropriate when reversing with AFS

Country	Japan
Category	Automotive
Published	2024-07-25
Manufacturer	Porsche Japan Co., Ltd.
Models affected	Cayenne e- hybrid, Cayenne S e- hybrid, Cayenne Turbo, Cayenne, Cayenne S, Panamera, Panamera 4
Units affected	678
Defect	In the headlight control unit, due to inappropriate software, if the vehicle is reversed with the adaptive front-lighting system (AFS) illuminated by auto-lights, the cornering light function of the adaptive front-lighting system will activate. Therefore, it does not comply with the technical requirements of UN Regulation No. 48.
Component	Lighting system (Headlight control unit)
Remedy	For all vehicles, rewrite the headlight control unit with a countermeasure program.
Recall number	外-3843
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

🚨 Delisted or named by a regulator? Leave your details and situation — we'll assess and get back to you. Contact us →

General guidance only — not compliance or legal advice; the official notice and applicable law prevail.

Get overseas recalls that matter to you (China-origin highlighted) + top hazards — one email a week. Free, unsubscribe anytime.

By subscribing you agree to our Privacy Policy & Terms (incl. cross-border data processing).

Suzuki
Japan · 2024-07-18
Mitsubishi
Japan · 2024-07-18
Audi
Japan · 2024-07-25
Mazda
Japan · 2024-07-25
Isuzu ZAC-LV828L1
Japan · 2026-10-02
Hino ZAC-KV828L1
Japan · 2026-10-02
Passenger cars (BMW X2 xDrive20i, and 20 other models) - Repair
Japan · 2026-10-01