Filing a lawsuit against Porsche doesn’t seem like the best course of action, especially considering the German manufacturer’s long and storied history. However, two plaintiffs have filed a class-action lawsuit against Porsche Cars North America (PCNA), claiming that Porsche’s electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles take twice as long to charge as advertised before purchase. According to available information, this class-action lawsuit affects the Porsche Mobile Charger Plus (PMC+) and Porsche Mobile Charger Connect (PMCC). The lawsuit against Porsche was filed in a federal court in Georgia.
Customers claim that, after the service, the devices’ power was limited, dropping from the original 40 amps to only 20 amps
Deceptive advertising is illegal, but in this case, in addition to the obvious, customers were able to confirm that the reality was far from what the automotive giant advertised. Customers claim that, after the service, the devices’ power was limited, dropping from the original 40 amps to only 20 amps, which reduced their charging capacity. According to international media, this complaint filed by several customers alleges a significant reduction in the charging speed of their home appliances.
According to the plaintiffs the device designed to charge the brand’s electric and plug-in hybrid models, took between 9.5 and 10.5 hours to fully charge
The issue began after Porsche detected overheating problems in some of its home chargers. The company conducted a preventative recall campaign to avoid potential risks, such as fires or electrical damage. However, owners claim this was not communicated transparently and resulted in a direct loss of the features they had paid for. According to the plaintiffs, these devices, designed to charge the brand’s electric and plug-in hybrid models, took between 9.5 and 10.5 hours to fully charge before a technical update was implemented following the recall.
The class-action lawsuit, filed in a US court, demands that Porsche restore the devices to their original charging speed
The PMC+ and PMCC charging stations were sold as high-end optional accessories, promising faster charging times and greater convenience at home. Following the intervention mentioned above, charging time reportedly doubled to 20 hours. Plaintiffs Paul Herdtner and John Holby claim that Porsche distributes devices for sale and rental that charge vehicle batteries; however, these devices often fail to charge at the advertised speed. The class-action lawsuit, filed in a US court, demands that Porsche restore the devices to their original charging speed or, failing that, provide a full refund to affected customers.
The plaintiffs are seeking additional damages, arguing that the company failed to deliver on the specifications promised in its advertising
The class-action lawsuit alleges that Porsche Cars North America falsely advertises that its electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles charge faster than they actually do. The plaintiffs are seeking additional damages, arguing that the company failed to deliver on the specifications promised in its advertising materials and technical documentation provided to buyers. Herdtner and Holby contend that a software update Porsche released to address dangerous overheating issues only exacerbated the problem by limiting charging speeds to half the advertised rate.
“As a result, consumers who purchased or leased the charging devices have paid for functionality that PCNA advertises but that the devices cannot safely provide”
In conclusion, if the allegations are confirmed, Porsche could face a significant financial penalty, as well as a serious blow to consumer confidence. Porsche’s class-action lawsuit asserts that “As a result, consumers who purchased or leased the charging devices have paid for functionality that PCNA advertises but that the devices cannot safely provide.” Porsche typically requires dealership owners to maintain a specific brand image, but the owner of ‘The Collection’ refused to have a separate facility dedicated exclusively to Porsche. This has led to a legal battle that could reach $300 million.