Taycan Software Fix

Porsche Taycan Update

Porsche is making headlines once again, but this time it’s not just about speed or style. The German automaker is addressing a software glitch affecting certain Taycan models. Over in the UK, dealers have been given the stern instruction to hold off selling some used Taycans until a specific battery monitoring software update becomes available. This might sound like one of those quirky situations, but when it comes to high-end cars, these things matter a lot.

The Issue

What exactly is going on with the Taycans? The models in question, built between 2019 and 2023, have been flagged because of a battery monitoring fault. It’s not just a simple annoyance; it’s a concern that could lead to some serious issues if left unchecked. Porsche has assured customers and dealers that the fix is on the way, with a software patch expected by late June.

Current Owners

As for current owners, a few unlucky ones are finding themselves on a routine schedule of visiting their dealerships every 60 days just to ensure everything is still in good working order. While waiting around at a Porsche dealer isn’t exactly a hardship, it does highlight a situation that Porsche will want to resolve quickly.

Background and Safety

Last fall, Porsche already had to conduct a recall for the Taycans due to potential short circuits in the battery modules, which could escalate to a thermal event—a fancy way of saying fire hazard. Owners were advised not to charge their cars beyond 80 percent, which, if you’re about to hit the road for a long drive, feels like only filling your gas tank three-quarters full.

Driving the Taycan

In the midst of all this, it’s easy to forget just how incredible the Taycan is to drive when it’s behaving as it should. The car has been lauded for its impressive power delivery and handling prowess. With models offering up to 750 horsepower, it’s not hard to see why. The driving experience can be compared favorably with other high-performance electric vehicles, like the Tesla Model S. But where some electric vehicles feel more like computers on wheels, the Taycan manages to inject a dose of Porsche’s traditional driving exhilaration into the mix.

With tight steering and a suspension setup that blends comfort with road-hugging capability, it’s pure joy to take this car around a bend. And don’t forget about that instantaneous torque—electric cars have a knack for shoving you back into your seat, and the Taycan does this with finesse.

Once the software update is rolled out, Porsche will undoubtedly want to steer the conversation back to these benefits, reminding drivers why they bought a Taycan in the first place: for the thrill of driving one of the most electrifying vehicles on the market.