According to media reports, Porsche North America has recently announced two separate recalls in the U.S. due to potential safety concerns related to the rear seatbelt buckle and headlight performance. These recalls involve specific models of the eighth-generation (992 series) Porsche 911.
The two recalls are registered under the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) with recall numbers 25V-078 and 25V-079, affecting a total of 1,157 vehicles, both announced on the same day. Notably, NHTSA documents indicate that all recalled vehicles have defects.
Recall 25V-079: Headlight Adjustment Software Issue
This recall involves 878 units of the 2025 Porsche 911, produced between June 19 and December 9, 2024. Reports indicate that the front-end electronic control unit (BCM1) has a software malfunction affecting the headlight height adjustment function. When the rear fog light button is activated and the vehicle is traveling at speeds below 37 mph, the left low beam headlight may dip by 0.57 degrees. While this issue is not classified as severe, it could cause glare for oncoming vehicles, increasing the risk of accidents.
Porsche discovered the problem in November 2024 and determined that these vehicles do not comply with U.S. federal photometric regulations. The solution involves updating the BCM1 control unit with a new dataset to correct the software error. Owners will be notified by April 11, 2025, and the software update will be provided free of charge under Porsche's warranty policy.
Recall 25V-078: Rear Seatbelt Buckle Installation Issue
This recall affects 279 units of the 2023 Porsche 911, manufactured between February 17 and September 13, 2023. The reason for the recall is that the rear seatbelt buckles may not have been bolted in accordance with design specifications, potentially loosening over time.
Reports indicate that this issue was caused by employee error during the manufacturing process, resulting in improperly secured bolts. In the event of a collision, the seatbelt buckle could detach, increasing the risk of injury to rear passengers.
Fortunately, no accidents related to this seatbelt issue have been reported so far. The solution includes inspecting the rear seatbelt buckles and bolt connections, and if necessary, retightening the bolts. As with the first recall, affected vehicle owners will be notified in April, and Porsche will cover all repair costs. The company has also implemented long-term measures to prevent similar issues from occurring in the future.
Porsche Recalls Are Rare
It is worth noting that Porsche recalls are relatively uncommon. In fact, the German luxury automaker issued only 13 recall notices in 2024, with just two involving the iconic 911 model. Compared to the brands with the highest number of recalls in 2024, Porsche is far from being a frequent offender in the industry.
