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2021 Porsche Taycan brakes problems

severe 5 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $450 · see brakes across all vehicles →

Complaints
5
Recalls
1
Avg fix
$450
1crash

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 21V697000 September 8, 2021

Porsche Cars North America, Inc

A detached pressure input rod will cause the brake pedal to fail, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will repair or replace the brake booster as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB9.

Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins

The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering brakes on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.

Service Bulletin No. 90-21 Mar 2026

Symptom based workshop manual for a Brake Symptom – Brake Pedal Travel Perceived as “Too Far”: Observe Specified Procedure

full bulletin at NHTSA ↗
Service Bulletin No. 105-25-1 Jan 2026

Technical information for Active Malfunction Indicator Light in Conjunction with Fault Memory Entries Regarding Brake Booster "U01B400" and "C114113"

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Service Bulletin No. D752 Jan 2026

Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the caliper without brake pads. The part numbers affected are in the attached PDF. The vehicles associated are cars that use the part numbers in the PDF.

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Service Bulletin No. 2530 Dec 2025

Instructions on advanced technical information for Y1A, 971, 9YB, 9YA – Brake Noise & Long Brake Pedal

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Service Bulletin No. D749 Nov 2025

Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the brake disc 9Y0615301AJ

full bulletin at NHTSA ↗

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.

What owners are reporting 1 most recent

brakes · filed 10/02/2024

On September 5th I was driving my 2021 Taycan 4S on my way to the Gym at 4:15 am, at that time there hardly any traffic. As am merging on the 101 southbound at the nearest on ramp everything seemed ok, as am driving along at 60-65 mph, I came to a downhill and the car was gaining speed, I stepped on the brake pedal to slow it down and to my surprise the brake pedal went all the way down to the…

Had brakes trouble with your 2021 Porsche Taycan? File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.

Common questions

How serious is the brakes problem on the 2021 Porsche Taycan?

It's a meaningful issue. 5 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $450.

At what mileage does the brakes typically fail?

Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.

Are there any recalls related to brakes?

Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover brakes issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.

Related

Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2021/Porsche/Taycan. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.
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