NHTSA (USA)Medium Risk
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.
This page covers 12 recalls and 78 owner complaints for the 2022 Porsche Taycan.
Electrical system and powertrain complaints dominate what 2022 Taycan owners report. On the electrical side, the most recurring theme involves driver-assistance features, lane keeping, automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, and headlight controls, throwing errors and going offline, sometimes repeatedly after dealership visits. Several owners connect these failures to wet weather. Navigation mapping accuracy also draws complaints, with some owners reporting the system routing them using outdated road data. On the powertrain side, owners frequently describe sudden, dramatic loss of propulsion while driving at highway speeds, the car dropping from full speed to a crawl and refusing to accelerate further, requiring a tow. A smaller cluster of reports describes the vehicle entering a reduced-power state during acceleration or merging. Unintended steering movement while lane-centering assist was active appears in a smaller number of reports, with owners describing the car pulling sharply toward an adjacent lane.
78
Total Complaints
2
Crash-Related
2
Fire-Related
1
With Injuries
By System
The 2022 Porsche Taycan has 12 recalls, the most serious being multiple high-voltage battery recalls where an internal short circuit can cause the battery to catch fire, and a separate recall where front brake hoses can crack and leak fluid, extending stopping distances.
The charging system also carries a fire risk: when using a standard 220V/240V household outlet at full charge, the outlet or charging cable can overheat if the circuit cannot handle the required current. On the occupant safety side, a software error in the front passenger seat sensor may deactivate the passenger airbag, leaving that occupant without protection in a crash. Two recalls affect rear visibility: the center screen and backup camera can go black at startup, and on certain vehicles the rearview camera image may fail to appear when reversing. A separate instrument cluster issue displays the brake pad wear warning in the wrong color, which can lead a driver to continue using worn pads with reduced stopping ability. The seatbelt warning light and chime may also fail to sound when a passenger is unbuckled, removing a prompt to fasten the belt before driving.
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.
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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 →
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
A sensor system error in the front passenger seat may incorrectly classify the occupant, causing the front passenger air bag to deactivate when someone is seated.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front passenger seat cushion at no cost to restore proper air bag 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.
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 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.