Porsche Taycan Faces Class Action for Fire Risk in Batteries
Porsche Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Taycan Battery Concerns
A recent class action lawsuit has been filed against Porsche regarding potential battery issues in their 2020-2024 Taycan models. The plaintiff seeks punitive and compensatory damages for all affected class members.
The lawsuit alleges that Porsche should replace all defective battery packs and claims that the automaker has been aware of battery faults since at least February 2020. In response to these concerns, Porsche plans to implement an on-board diagnostic system in early 2025 to identify battery anomalies.
Following a widespread recall of Taycan models due to a battery defect, the class action lawsuit, led by Gibbs Law Group and plaintiff Miodrag Kukrika, aims to represent owners and lessees impacted by the issue. The lawsuit suggests that Porsche has not adequately addressed the root cause of the defect and should repair or replace affected batteries.
Porsche’s recall notice mentioned the risk of high-voltage batteries short-circuiting and potentially causing fires. As a precaution, owners have been advised to limit charging to 80% until the diagnostic system is in place in 2025. Vehicles found to have battery faults will receive battery pack replacements.
The lawsuit highlights concerns about safety risks to drivers, passengers, and those in proximity to the affected vehicles. Filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia on November 29, the lawsuit seeks injunctive relief and various damages for class members affected by the battery issue.
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