repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
NewRisk. A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2020 Porsche TaycanProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 93 owner complaints about the 2020 Porsche Taycan, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 12 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-732 the manufacturer reports only 67% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 21, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 Porsche Taycan has problems
93 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
53Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
23Engine1 crash/fire/injury
16Power train
9Fuel/propulsion system
9Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
8Service brakes
5Vehicle speed control
5Steering
2Back over prevention
98 other systems2 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 53 | 1 |
| Engine | 23 | 1 |
| Power train | 16 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 9 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 9 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 8 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 5 | 1 |
| Steering | 5 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 2 | 0 |
| 8 other systems | 9 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
12 recalls
2020 Porsche Taycan recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Propulsion system: traction battery
Risk. A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Propulsion system: traction battery
Risk. A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A brake fluid leak can reduce braking performance and extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2025 Q2
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. An incorrect warning indicator may be misinterpreted and result in driving on worn brake pads with reduced brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Sensing system: camera
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.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Seats
Risk. A damaged seat wire harness may deactivate air bags, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q1
Rear/other: anchorage
Risk. An improperly secured child seat increases the risk of injury during a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Suspension: rear
Risk. A loose control arm connection may fail, causing a loss of vehicle stability and increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q3
Exterior lighting: hazard flashing warning lights
Risk. An activation of hazard lights in non-emergency situations could confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Service brakes, hydraulic: critical fasteners
Risk. A detached pressure input rod will cause the brake pedal to fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q2
Controller: software
Risk. A loss of motive power increases the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Porsche.
Best & worst years
2020 vs. every other Taycan year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Taycan median. How we score
'20'21'22'23'24'25
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2020 Porsche Taycan, and the recalls they led to.
- Loss of Motive PowerLed to recall 21V-486
In owners' words
What Taycan owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Three NHTSA safety recalls are open and unremedied on my 2020 Porsche Taycan 4S: 25V896 (high-voltage battery — cell-module short circuit / fire risk), 24V732 (battery inspection, cell-module replacement, software update), and 24V455 (front brake hoses — cracking and brake-fluid leakage). Open…
I own a 2020 Porsche Taycan 4S (in service Nov 2, 2020) with a performance+ HV battery. I am currently facing a third round of module replacements. The service chronology and detail is set forth in the attached e-mail I sent to Porsche and the attached service reports. The safety concern I have is…
While driving my Porsche Taycan through a high-speed intersection, the vehicle suddenly displayed battery and chassis system error messages instructing me to pull over immediately. Before I could safely move the vehicle to the side of the road, it completely lost propulsion, speed control, and…
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