2021-2022 Porsche Taycan Backup Camera Recall (22V404)
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. · 12,490 vehicles · Reported June 8, 2022
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. is recalling 12,490 2021-2022 Porsche Taycan vehicles. A software error could cause the center screen (including rearview camera image) and the touch control panel remain to black directly after the ignition is activated. Also, the Real-Top-View (including rearview camera image) could display a flickering image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility." A malfunctioning center screen or touch control panel may obstruct the driver's view of camera assisted driving functions, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 22V404 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 22V404000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | ANA6 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | June 8, 2022 |
| Manufacturer | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. |
| Vehicles | 2021-2022 Porsche Taycan |
| Units affected | 12,490 |
| Component | Back Over Prevention > Sensing System > Camera |
| Safety risk | A malfunctioning center screen or touch control panel may obstruct the driver's view of camera assisted driving functions, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021-2022 Porsche Taycan in recall 22V404?
A software error could cause the center screen (including rearview camera image) and the touch control panel remain to black directly after the ignition is activated.
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Taycan vehicles. A software error could cause the center screen (including rearview camera image) and the touch control panel remain to black directly after the ignition is activated. Also, the Real-Top-View (including rearview camera image) could display a flickering image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Is it safe to drive a 2021-2022 Taycan with recall 22V404?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A malfunctioning center screen or touch control panel may obstruct the driver's view of camera assisted driving functions, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A malfunctioning center screen or touch control panel may obstruct the driver's view of camera assisted driving functions, increasing the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Taycan shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the camera, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 22V404?
Recall 22V404 covers 12,490 vehicles: 2021-2022 Porsche Taycan.
NHTSA lists 12,490 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-2022 | Porsche | Taycan |
What is the fix for the Taycan backup camera recall?
Yes. Dealers will install new software, free of charge.
Dealers will install new software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 5, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANA6.
When was recall 22V404 announced?
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. reported recall 22V404 to NHTSA on June 8, 2022. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as August 5, 2022.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| June 8, 2022 | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 22V404000. |
| August 5, 2022 | Owner notification letters scheduled (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 52 months ago. If your Taycan was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Taycan is part of recall 22V404?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 22V404 is open on your Taycan, it will be listed there.
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. It shows any open safety recall on your vehicle, including 22V404000. Your VIN is on the registration card, the insurance card, and the driver side of the dashboard where it meets the windshield. Recent recalls can take a few days to appear in the lookup.
What should Taycan owners do about recall 22V404?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 22V404000 applies to your Taycan.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Porsche dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Keep a simple log of any camera symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Taycan owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 150 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 1 of them about the rearview camera.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the rearview camera have been filed since recall 22V404 was reported (1) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 150 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 1 of them involve the rearview camera. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2022 Porsche Taycan: 79 complaints in total, 1 about the rearview camera
- 2021 Porsche Taycan: 71 complaints in total, 0 about the rearview camera
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
The contact owns a 2022 Porsche Taycan. The contact had experienced a failure when he lost power on the road. The vehicle was an electric vehicle. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V404000 (Power Train, Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable.
2022 Porsche Taycan owner, FL, NHTSA complaint 11478768, filed August 11, 2022
Can recall 22V404 make my Taycan a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 22V404000 does not automatically make your Taycan a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
Rearview camera faults are frequently fixed with a software update, but owners report the screen going black again weeks later. If that happens with your 2021-2022 Porsche Taycan, each return visit should be documented.
The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the Taycan went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 22V404
Is the 22V404000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed August 5, 2022.
How do I know if my Taycan is part of recall 22V404000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Is it legal to drive with a blank backup camera?
Federal safety rules require new vehicles to have a working rearview image, which is why camera failures are recalled. Have it repaired, and use mirrors and extra care until then.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 22V404000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Porsche. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.