Porsche has halted the sale of one of its electric vehicles because of concerns that the batteries might ignite.
Launched in 2019, the Taycan swiftly gained popularity as one of the top choices among high-end electric cars. However, a series of safety issues have tarnished its image.
Currently, Porsche is concerned that some units from the initial production run of the first-generation model possess defective battery packs.
It is believed that the problem might be caused by an internal short circuit within the battery, potentially resulting in overheating issues and subsequently leading to a fire in the car.
It is acknowledged that the choice to stop sales last week is connected to a
recall
released by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) in November.
According to Car Dealer Magazine, the official used car dealers for the luxury automaker received a notice from Porsche headquarters directing them to remove several of the problematic Taycan models from their lots right away.
Over the last four years, the Taycan model has faced approximately a dozen safety recalls, covering issues such as braking system problems, suspension faults, and welding defects.
In May 2024, Porsche recalled the Taycan model years Y1A, Y1B, and Y1C from 2019 through 2023 due to potential battery issues that could lead to fires, as stated by the manufacturer.
In July 2021, the luxury car company initiated a recall for numerous Taycan models due to defective software that led to the $95,000 electric vehicle unexpectedly shutting off.
The number of electric vehicle fires in the UK has increased by 77 percent from 2022 to 2024, as data provided by QBE Insurance indicates. Last year alone, emergency services responded to 232 such events.
In September 2023, a Taycan caught fire on a street in Chongqing, which is located in southwest China, during intense rush hour traffic.
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