NHTSA Recall 25V079000: Software (exterior lighting)
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 878 vehicles. It affects 2025 Porsche 911.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V079000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | ASA1 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE › SOFTWARE |
| Report received | February 12, 2025 |
| Owner notification | April 1, 2025 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2025 911 vehicles. A software error in the front-end electronics control module may result in the low beam headlights creating a glare for oncoming traffic. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety risk
Excessive glare can decrease the visibility to oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the front-end electronics control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2025. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASA1.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-888-275-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V079000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Porsche 911 | 2025 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.