The International Recalls Thread

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Porsche recalling roughly 27,000 Taycan EVs with Short-Circuit risk

Audi and Porsche are recalling a combined 34,026 electric vehicles with concerns that a short circuit within the high-voltage battery system may lead to a fire. In the case of Porsche, the recall covers 27,527 Taycan electric sedans spanning from the 2020-2024 model years while Audi's recall covers 6499 e-tron GT and RS e-tron GT models from 2022 through 2024.

Documents from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) show that certain models covered in the recall may experience a short circuit within the battery modules, which could lead to a fire. According to NHTSA, analysis shows that issues with supplier production for the high-voltage modules may lead to short circuits. NHTSA also stated that there are no warnings to indicate drivers of the issue.

The remedy involves multiple steps, including asking some of the affected owners not to charge their vehicles above 80 percent charge until onboard diagnostic software can be installed. All owners will be asked to bring their vehicle to a Porsche dealer that will inspect the battery modules and install a new advanced diagnostic software as the final remedy. If the inspection shows anomalies in the battery system, the automaker will replace the modules free of charge. If the updated software detects an anomaly, it will display a warning message on the dashboard and limit the charging capacity of the battery.

Porsche dealer notification letters are scheduled for October 16, with owner notification letters to follow on November 29. NHTSA documents show that Taycans produced after April 3, 2024, are not subject to the recall because of countermeasures enacted during production. Audi cell modules produced after May 27,2023, are also exempt. Owners concerned their vehicle may be included can check on the NHTSA recalls website.

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Honda recalls 1.7 million cars with potential Steering Rack issue

Honda issued a widespread recall that covers 1,693,199 million vehicles that may have an issue within the steering rack. The recall covers the Acura Integra and Integra Type S, the Honda CR-V, the Honda HR-V, and the entire Civic lineup. The affected model years span from 2023 to 2025, with the base Civic's 2022 model year also included.

According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) documents, the problem stems from an improperly produced steering gearbox worm wheel.

The worm wheel, which controls steering in the car, may have been produced incorrectly and consequently swell while the vehicle is in use. According to NHTSA, the swelling wheel thins the film of grease between the worm wheel and worm gear, causing friction and increasing steering effort. NHTSA also states that the preload of the worm gear spring was set too high, which results in higher friction and fluctuating torque when steering. The recall documents describe warning signs as an abnormal noise or "sticky" feeling when turning the wheel.

Honda has already notified dealers of the recall and plans to send owner notification letters on November 18, 2024. Affected owners will be asked to set up an appointment with their local Honda dealer, which will inspect the car and replace the worm gear spring with an improved part and redistribute or add grease. Owners concerned whether their vehicle may be included can check on the NHTSA recalls site.

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