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ProblemsByVin File / 2021-PORSCHE-TAYCAN
2021 · Porsche

Porsche Taycan problems

7 safety recalls. 69 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
6.6 / 10

Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.

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Top trouble spots 4 categories with 3+ complaints

electrical
32 reports · avg $850
severe
powertrain
11 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
brakes
5 reports · avg $450
severe
engine
5 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2021 Taycan · visibility
Cabin heater in the car failed during very cold temperatures. Making the windows fog up considerably. Limiting my trips to short distances until this problem can be fixed due the safety concern of the windows fogging during longer trips. No warnings to the failure, dealer is…
12/19/2022 · NHTSA ODI #11498160.0
2021 Taycan · powertrain
Vehicle LOST PROPULSION while driving on the road. The motor (traction inverter) abruptly started to vibrate very aggressively, then the error warning "ENGINE CONTROL ERROR" flashed on the cluster display. The car immediately stopped responding to the gas/drive pedal and…
12/11/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11630200.0
2021 Taycan · powertrain
Spontaneous shutdown of the vehicle while driving. Critical failure of motility while driving. Driving at 50km per hour extremely dangerous as car just shutdown and I had to try to roll off the road but it died so I had to put it in neutral and push it by hand on a busy road.…
12/11/2022 · NHTSA ODI #11496914.0
2021 Taycan · electrical
While driving my Porsche Taycan 2021 (5000 miles) Nov 4th, 2022, at highway speeds on I-15 to Vegas, the instrument cluster started flashing "Electric System Error" and instructed me to park in safe place immediately and call Roadside Assistance. I had to park on the hard…
12/11/2022 · NHTSA ODI #11496955.0

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Active recalls showing 3 of 7

severe NHTSA 21V486000 29/06/2021

Porsche Cars North America, Inc

A loss of motive power increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will reprogram the power electronics and the engine control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 30, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB5.
severe NHTSA 22V278000 26/04/2022

Porsche Cars of North America, Inc

A damaged seat wire harness may deactivate air bags, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the seat wire harness for damage, add fabric tape to secure the harness, and repair damaged wires as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 22, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANA5.
severe NHTSA 22V100000 22/02/2022

Porsche Cars North America, Inc

An improperly secured child seat increases the risk of injury during a crash.

Fix: Dealers will reroute and secure the center rear seat belt buckle wiring harness and, as necessary, replace a damaged buckle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANA4.
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Common questions

Is the 2021 Porsche Taycan reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.6 out of 10 based on 69 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2021 Porsche Taycan has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.

What's the most common problem on the 2021 Porsche Taycan?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 32 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Porsche Taycan has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2021 Porsche Taycan?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 69 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 23 hours ago. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Porsche. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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