Is the 2020 Porsche Taycan reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Porsche Taycan?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 59% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2020 Porsche Taycan have?

12 recalls on file for this model year.

2020 Porsche Taycan

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2020 Porsche Taycan
RENDERED 2026-10-31T11:54:51.808Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 92
Recalls: 12
Investigations: 1
Top problem: Electrical system

Complaints per year

2020: 92 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2020	92
2021	71
2022	80
2023	21
2024	9
2025	2

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

59% · 54 reports

Most commonly citing propulsion system and 12v/24v/48v battery.

FIRE

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There are .recalls.on the Vehicle I had been unaware of and I dropped off my vehicle for exterior buffing while person Buffing vehicle he heard a loud explosion and when he looked the vehicle was up in flames the vehicle burned.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-04-20

Three NHTSA safety recalls are open and unremedied on my 2020 Porsche Taycan 4S: 25V896 (high-voltage battery â cell-module short circuit / fire risk), 24V732 (battery inspection, cell-module replacement, software update), and 24V455 (front brake...

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-10

Also filed under Service brakes

I was trying to leave a parking spot. I put the car in drive mode & it didn't move. The vehicle showed the message: 'motor control error ' move vehicle to a safe place' and was encircled by a red light.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-12-04

Engine

25% · 23 reports

FIRE

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Tl* the contact owns a 2020 Porsche Taycan. The contact stated that while driving out of his driveway, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle however, the vehicle failed to resume normal operation.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-10-13

Power train

17% · 16 reports

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When turning a corner at lower speeds (15-25mph each time) the car starts shuddering violently and will not accelerate, slowing to a stop. The display shows an engine control error. Once you turn the car off and back on it drives fine.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-21

Forward collision avoidance

12% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.

CRASH

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It was stop and go traffic. I was distracted and the car failed to auto stop and I hit the car in front of me. The alert did come on after the collision. I would assume the automatic braking failed or the collision would not have occurred.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-06-05

Fuel/propulsion system

10% · 9 reports

Safety timeline

12 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2021-05-17Preliminary evaluationClosed 2021-12-23 Loss of Motive Power
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2021-07-30Electrical system, engine and engine cooling21V486000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Taycan Turbo, Taycan Turbo S, Taycan 4S, 2021 Taycan, Taycan Cross Turismo, Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo, Taycan 4S Cross Turismo, and Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the power electronics and the engine control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 30, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243.

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2021-10-28Service brakes, hydraulic21V697000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2021 911 Carrera and Taycan vehicles. The pressure input rod connection on the brake booster may be loose and could detach.

Remedy: Dealers will repair or replace the brake booster as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB9.

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2021-12-02Exterior lighting21V794000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Taycan vehicles. The pre-collision automatic hazard lights may activate in non-emergency situations.

Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the hazard lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 2, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMC1.

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2022-01-13Suspension21V911000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020 Taycan vehicles. The front and rear upper control arm screw connections on the rear axle may be loose.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the screw connections, free of charge. Owner notification letters were expected to be mailed January 13, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMC3.

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2022-04-07Seat belts22V100000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Taycan vehicles equipped with an optional rear center seat.

Remedy: Dealers will reroute and secure the center rear seat belt buckle wiring harness and, as necessary, replace a damaged buckle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2022.

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2022-07-22Seats22V278000 Porsche Cars of North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Taycan vehicles. The driver and passenger seat wire harness could become damaged during horizontal seat adjustment.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the seat wire harness for damage, add fabric tape to secure the harness, and repair damaged wires as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 22, 2022.

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2022-08-05Back over prevention, power train22V404000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Taycan vehicles.

Remedy: 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.

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2023-07-05Electrical system, service brakes, hydraulic23V347000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Taycan vehicles. An incorrect warning indicator with an incorrect color is displayed in the instrument cluster when notifying owners of worn brake pads.

Remedy: Dealers will update the software for the instrument cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 14, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243.

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2024-11-22Electrical system24V731000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Taycan vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery module.

Remedy: Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. Dealers will replace the affected modules in the high-voltage battery, free of charge.

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2025-01-29Service brakes, hydraulic24V455000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Taycan vehicles. The front brake hoses can develop cracks and leak brake fluid.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 29, 2025. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ARB0.

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2025-08-06Electrical system24V732000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Taycan vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery module.

Remedy: Dealers will install advanced diagnostic software as the final remedy, anticipated to be available in the first quarter of 2025.

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2026-02-13Back over prevention25V896000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019-2025 Cayenne, Cayenne E-Hybrid, 2020-2025 911, Taycan, 2024-2025 Panamera, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will update the driver assistance software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASB2.

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Buy-smart checklist

2020 Porsche Taycan — pre-purchase inspection

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Electrical system: 54 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 23 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 16 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 21V486000 · Electrical system, engine and engine cooling
Recall 21V697000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Recall 21V794000 · Exterior lighting
Recall 21V911000 · Suspension
Recall 22V100000 · Seat belts
Recall 22V278000 · Seats
Recall 22V404000 · Back over prevention, power train
Recall 23V347000 · Electrical system, service brakes, hydraulic
Recall 24V731000 · Electrical system
Recall 24V455000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Recall 24V732000 · Electrical system
Recall 25V896000 · Back over prevention

FAQ

Is the 2020 Porsche Taycan reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Porsche Taycan?: The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 59% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Porsche Taycan have?: 12 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.