At a glance
What can fail
The high-voltage battery modules may develop an internal short circuit, potentially affecting vehicle operation.
What the fix does
This page covers 4 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2023 Porsche Taycan Turbo S.
75 MPGe combined
Compact Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
The 2023 Porsche Taycan Turbo S has 4 recalls, the most serious being three separate fire risks tied to the high-voltage battery, where liquid intrusion or internal short circuits can lead to an electrical fire.
The battery concerns cover the same system from a few different angles. In one case, insufficient sealant in the battery pack allows moisture or liquid to collect inside, where it can cause electrical arcing and ignite a fire. Two additional recalls address the risk of short circuits developing within the battery modules themselves, which can also result in fire. Because these issues involve the same high-voltage battery and carry the same fire consequence, prior repair attempts across earlier model years may not have fully resolved the underlying vulnerability. There is also a charging-related concern: when the compact home charging cable is used with a standard 220V or 240V outlet set to charge at 100 percent, some household outlets cannot handle the current draw, causing the outlet or the charging cable itself to overheat and potentially catch fire.
At a glance
What can fail
The high-voltage battery modules may develop an internal short circuit, potentially affecting vehicle operation.
What the fix does
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Dealers will review battery data and replace affected high-voltage battery modules at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The high-voltage battery modules may experience an internal short circuit in certain 2020–2023 Taycan models.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the affected battery modules at no cost. Until repair, charge the battery to a maximum of 80%.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
When charging at 100% using the 220V/240V compact charging cable, some home outlets cannot safely handle the electrical current, causing the outlet or cable to overheat.
What the fix does
Porsche will replace your 220V/240V charging cable with a new one that has a built-in temperature sensor at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The high-voltage battery may not have enough sealant, allowing liquid to accumulate inside it.
What the fix does
Dealers will test the battery for leaks and replace it if needed, at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.