2021 Porsche Taycan
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.
- Complaints
- 71
- Recalls
- 21
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Electrical system
Campaigns on file for 2021
Opened by NHTSA
54% of complaints
Complaints per year
2021: 71 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
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| 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
54% · 38 reportsMost commonly citing propulsion system and accessory.
Show complaint excerpts
Sunday September 8 I plugged my Taycan into my charger at approxmately 1PM. Later I went into my garage approximately 3PM to get something, and it was filled with smoke.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-09-09
While driving at approximately 90 mph on XXX on the highway, my 2021 Porsche Taycan (VIN [XXX], 51,730 miles) displayed an electrical system error with the turtle (reduced power) icon.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-29
Also filed under Vehicle speed control
Engine
23% · 16 reportsPower train
17% · 12 reportsService brakes
11% · 8 reportsShow complaint excerpts
I was driving N/B 101 freeway w my wife at approx 70 mph. I felt the rear end slip ever so slightly and thought maybe I somehow lost traction w the road. I continued driving and it occurred twice more in the span of a few miles.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-21
Also filed under Wheels
The brakes had no air pressure when trying to slow down; Completely Totalled Which then caused a collision into another vehicle; The car had significant damage with inspection by Insurance adjuster and collision team; No warning lights and had been...
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-05-30
Forward collision avoidance
8% · 6 reportsMost commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.
Show complaint excerpts
I was making a left hand turn into a shopping center today around 4:55pm and the collision indicator flashed on and jerked my car to a stop in the middle of the road. There were no cars in my immediate area so it should not have been triggered.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-17
Safety timeline
21 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2021-05-07Suspension21V157000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the affected suspension nuts and bolts. Dealers will also inspect surrounding components for damage, and replace any damaged parts as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge.
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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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2021-10-01Suspension21V362000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front lower trailing arms, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB2.
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2021-10-01Seat belts21V608000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 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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2022-03-10Suspension, tires22V052000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling one 2021 Taycan vehicle. The front and rear suspension may be misaligned.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front and rear axles, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. The owner notification letter was mailed March 10, 2022.
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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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2023-01-27Suspension22V921000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Taycan, Taycan 4S, Taycan Turbo S, Taycan 4 Cross Turismo, and Taycan 4S Cross Turismo vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the suspension strut and replace it, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 10, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243.
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2023-04-27Electrical system, seat belts23V176000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 16, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA2.
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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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2024-06-14Electrical system23V840000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the high-voltage battery by replacing modules as necessary, free of charge Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243.
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2024-10-08Electrical system24V215000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
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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2024-10-09Electrical system24V217000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Remedy: Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. Dealers will analyze the battery data and replace the high-voltage battery modules as necessary, free of charge.
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2024-10-24Electrical system23V841000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling various models and model years. Please see the recall report for a list of the included vehicles.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to use the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110V home charging cable or public charging stations.
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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.
Buy-smart checklist
2021 Porsche Taycan — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 38 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 16 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 12 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 21V157000 · Suspension
- Recall 21V486000 · Electrical system, engine and engine cooling
- Recall 21V362000 · Suspension
- Recall 21V608000 · Seat belts
- Recall 21V697000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 21V794000 · Exterior lighting
- Recall 22V052000 · Suspension, tires
- Recall 22V100000 · Seat belts
- Recall 22V278000 · Seats
- Recall 22V404000 · Back over prevention, power train
- Recall 22V921000 · Suspension
- Recall 23V176000 · Electrical system, seat belts
- Recall 23V347000 · Electrical system, service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 23V840000 · Electrical system
- Recall 24V215000 · Electrical system
- Recall 24V217000 · Electrical system
- Recall 23V841000 · Electrical system
- Recall 24V731000 · Electrical system
- Recall 24V455000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 24V732000 · Electrical system
- Recall 25V896000 · Back over prevention
FAQ
- Is the 2021 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 2021 Porsche Taycan?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 54% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2021 Porsche Taycan have?
- 21 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.