Porsche 911 Recall Affects 878 Units for Software Issue, 279 for Hardware

Porsche is issuing two separate recalls affecting certain 911 models due to distinct issues that could increase the risk of accidents or injuries.

The first recall involves 878 units of the 2025 Porsche 911 due to a software flaw in the front-end electronics control module. This glitch can cause the low beam headlights to produce excessive glare for oncoming drivers. The issue appears to be related to the high-tech headlights, specifically when the rear fog light button is activated and the vehicle’s speed is below 60 kph (37 mph).

In this scenario, the driver’s side low beam is lowered by 0.57 degrees, potentially creating a “photometric output deviation” that can dazzle oncoming traffic. Since this is a software problem, the solution is a straightforward update to the front-end electronics control module, which dealers will perform. Owners will be notified in early to mid-April.

The second recall affects 279 Porsche 911s from the 2023 model year. These vehicles have rear seat belt buckle bolts that may not have been tightened correctly due to an “incorrect positioning of aluminum butyl mats” during certain production shifts. This improper tightening could cause the connection to loosen over time and potentially fail in a crash.

Porsche initially identified the issue in August 2023 but believed it was an isolated incident. However, continued monitoring revealed 13 more problematic cases. Owners will be notified in April and will need to take their vehicles to a dealership for inspection and tightening of the rear seat belt buckle bolt, as well as repositioning of the aluminum butyl soundproofing mat if necessary.