NHTSA (USA)Medium Risk
This page covers 16 recalls and 86 owner complaints for the 2020 Porsche Taycan.
Electrical system complaints dominate the 2020 Taycan owner reports by a wide margin. The most common pattern involves unexpected power loss while driving, owners frequently describe the car shutting down or entering a severely reduced-power state (sometimes called turtle mode) at highway and surface road speeds, leaving the vehicle unable to exceed low speeds or accelerate normally. Some owners report emergency warnings prompting them to pull over before the shutdown occurs. These episodes appear across multiple reports and often recur in the same vehicle after dealer visits. Powertrain and engine complaints largely overlap with this same loss-of-power theme rather than describing separate mechanical failures. A smaller cluster of reports covers brake rotor coating degradation, with owners noting the ceramic-coated rotors showing significant wear at relatively modest mileage.
86
Total Complaints
1
Crash-Related
1
Fire-Related
By System
The 2020 Porsche Taycan has 16 recalls, the most serious involving multiple fire risks from the high-voltage battery, brake failures that can eliminate pedal feel entirely, and sudden complete loss of drive power.
The battery fire risks stem from two separate conditions: internal short circuits within the battery modules that can generate heat and ignite, and inadequate sealing that allows liquid to enter the battery and cause electrical arcing. On the brake side, front brake hoses can develop cracks and leak fluid, extending stopping distances, and the pressure input rod connecting the brake booster can detach completely, leaving the pedal with no resistance and no braking effect. Two recalls address sudden drivetrain shutdowns where the vehicle loses all drive power without warning, one triggered by a software fault and another by monitoring software that incorrectly flags an error and cuts power.
Rear suspension control arm bolts may be loose and can allow the arm to fail, causing the vehicle to become unstable. There are also two recalls covering the same issue with the optional rear center seat: the seat belt buckle wiring can block access to the right-rear child seat anchors, preventing a child seat from attaching securely. On certain vehicles, the seat wire harness can be damaged by adjusting the seat horizontally, which may disable the airbags. Visibility concerns include the center screen and rearview camera going dark at startup, and a separate issue where the rearview camera fails to display when shifting into reverse. Rounding out the list, hazard lights can activate on their own in non-emergency situations, and the brake pad wear warning in the instrument
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
At a glance
What can fail
The rearview camera image may not appear on the display when the vehicle is shifted into reverse, limiting rear visibility.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the driver assistance software at no cost to restore rearview camera display function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The high-voltage battery module may develop an internal short circuit, potentially causing battery failure.
What the fix does
Porsche will monitor vehicle data and replace the battery module if needed. Until replacement, owners should charge only to 80% capacity. Repairs are free.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The high-voltage battery module can develop an internal short circuit, which may cause electrical failure.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the affected battery modules at no cost. Until repair, charge to maximum 80% capacity only.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The front brake hoses may develop cracks, causing brake fluid to leak.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front brake hoses at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The high-voltage battery may overheat and short circuit due to an internal problem, potentially affecting battery modules.
What the fix does
Porsche will mail you instructions to visit a dealership for inspection and replacement of high-voltage battery modules if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The high-voltage battery seal may not be tight. Liquid could seep in over time and cause electrical arcing inside the battery.
What the fix does
Your Porsche dealer will test the battery for leaks and replace it if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The instrument cluster displays an incorrect warning indicator with the wrong color when brake pads are worn, failing to properly alert drivers to brake pad condition.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the instrument cluster software at no cost to correct the warning indicator display.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A software error may cause the center screen and touch panel to go black after starting the engine, or the rearview camera image to flicker, blocking rear visibility.
What the fix does
Dealers will install updated software at no cost to restore normal display and rearview camera function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
During horizontal seat adjustment, the wire harness for the driver and passenger seats can become damaged.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the harness, secure it with fabric tape, and repair any damaged wires at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The center rear seat belt buckle wiring harness may block access to the right rear seat's child seat anchors, making it impossible to properly secure a child seat.
What the fix does
Dealers will reroute and secure the wiring harness and replace the buckle if damaged, at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The wiring for the center rear seat belt buckle may interfere with the lower anchor system used to secure a child seat, preventing proper attachment of a child seat in the right rear position.
What the fix does
Porsche will mail you instructions to have a dealer inspect the wiring harness. The dealer will reroute and secure the wiring as needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The screws connecting the front and rear upper control arms to the rear axle may become loose.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the screw connections at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The pre-collision automatic hazard lights may turn on when there is no emergency, activating when they should not.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the hazard light system to prevent unwanted activation in non-emergency situations.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The rod connecting to the brake booster may be loose and could detach, compromising braking function.
What the fix does
Dealers will repair or replace the brake booster at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The monitoring software may incorrectly detect a fault and shut down the powertrain, causing loss of driving power.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the power electronics and engine control unit at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A software issue may cause the vehicle to suddenly lose drive power. When this occurs, a warning message appears on the display telling you to stop safely. Restarting the vehicle using the On/Off button restores power.
What the fix does
Porsche will mail you instructions to visit a dealer, where technicians will reprogram the power electronics and electronic control unit.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
