NHTSA (USA)Medium Risk
This page covers 22 recalls and 69 owner complaints for the 2021 Porsche Taycan.
Electrical system complaints dominate 2021 Taycan owner reports, with drivetrain-related failures close behind. The most widely described issue is a sudden, complete loss of power while driving, typically accompanied by an "Engine Control Error: Park Vehicle in a Safe Place" message on the display. Owners report this happening at both low and highway speeds, requiring them to pull over and restart the vehicle, sometimes repeatedly. A secondary pattern involves the high-voltage battery failing to charge, owners describe the vehicle not initiating or completing a charging cycle and displaying charging error messages when connected to a charging source. The power loss event appears across multiple reports and tends to occur without warning, with some owners describing it happening more than once in the same vehicle.
69
Total Complaints
4
Crash-Related
2
Fire-Related
1
With Injuries
By System
The 2021 Porsche Taycan has 22 recalls, the most serious being multiple high-voltage battery defects where internal short circuits can cause the battery to catch fire.
Several brake-related recalls also carry high severity. Front brake hoses can crack and leak fluid, extending stopping distances, and a brake booster connection rod can come loose and detach, causing the brake pedal to fail entirely. On the suspension side, front lower trailing arms may break under load, a retaining ring on the air suspension strut can come loose and cause the strut to dislodge, and separate loose suspension fasteners can cause sudden loss of stability and control. There is also a powertrain software issue where the monitoring system can incorrectly trigger a shutdown, cutting drive power without warning.
Lower-severity concerns cover occupant safety, visibility, and electrical systems. The home charging cable can overheat when using a 220/240V outlet at full charge. Rear seatbelt retractors may not properly secure a child restraint, and wiring behind the rear center seat can block access to child seat anchors. Front seat wiring harnesses can be damaged during seat adjustment, potentially disabling the airbags. Visibility recalls include the center screen and rearview camera going black at startup, a rearview camera that may not display in reverse, and suspension misalignment that accelerates uneven tire wear. Hazard lights can activate in non-emergency situations, the brake pad warning light displays the wrong color indicator, and the seatbelt reminder chime may not sound for unbelted passengers.
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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
High-voltage battery modules inside the battery pack can overheat and short circuit.
What the fix does
Set your vehicle's maximum charge to 80% until repair. Dealers will replace the battery modules as needed.
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.
At a glance
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 modules may develop an internal short circuit, potentially affecting vehicle operation.
What the fix does
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 develop a short circuit within its modules, potentially causing a loss of power.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the high-voltage battery and replace any faulty modules at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
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
The seat belt warning light and chime don't activate when a passenger isn't wearing their seat belt, as they should.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the instrument cluster software at no cost to restore proper warning function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A retaining ring on the suspension strut may loosen, causing the strut to dislodge and the spring to lose air pressure.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the suspension strut and replace it if needed, at no cost.
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.
At a glance
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 front and rear suspension may be misaligned, which can cause uneven or premature tire wear.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and adjust the front and rear axle alignment, and replace any worn tires at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
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.
At a glance
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.
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What can fail
The seat belt automatic locking retractors may stop working too early, preventing child car seats from being secured properly.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies as needed at no cost.
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
The front lower trailing arms were not forged correctly and may break.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front lower trailing arms at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Certain suspension nuts and bolts may not have been properly tightened during manufacturing and could loosen over time.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the affected suspension nuts and bolts and inspect nearby components for damage, replacing any damaged parts.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
