2020 Porsche Taycan: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2020 Porsche Taycan: 12 recalls, 92 owner complaints and up to 69 mpg combined.
Recalls
12 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Engine & cooling, Electrical Vehicle recall #21V486000 · 2021 · 10,373 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2021 taycan turbo, taycan turbo s, taycan 4s, 2021 taycan, taycan cross turismo, taycan turbo s cross turismo, taycan 4s cross turismo, and taycan turbo cross turismo vehicles. The monitoring software can incorrectly detect a fault and shutdown the power train, causing a loss of motive power.
Why it matters: A loss of motive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will reprogram the power electronics and the engine control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 30, 2021.
Brakes (hydraulic), Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #21V697000 · 2021 · 11 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2021 911 carrera and taycan vehicles. The pressure input rod connection on the brake booster May be loose and could detach.
Why it matters: A detached pressure input rod will cause the brake pedal to fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will repair or replace the brake booster as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2021.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #21V794000 · 2021 · 11,827 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2021 taycan vehicles. The pre-collision automatic hazard lights May activate in non-emergency situations. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Why it matters: An activation of hazard lights in non-emergency situations could confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will reprogram the hazard lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 2, 2021.
Suspension Vehicle recall #21V911000 · 2021 · 35 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020 taycan vehicles. The front and rear upper control arm screw connections on the rear axle May be loose.
Why it matters: A loose control arm connection May fail, causing a loss of vehicle stability and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the screw connections, free of charge. Owner notification letters were expected to be mailed January 13, 2022.
Seat belts, Seat belts Vehicle recall #22V100000 · 2022 · 5,305 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2021 taycan vehicles equipped with an optional rear center seat. The center seat belt buckle wiring harness May obstruct access to the right rear seat lower child seat anchors, preventing a child seat from being properly secured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "child…
Why it matters: An improperly secured child seat increases the risk of injury during a crash.
The 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.
Seats Vehicle recall #22V278000 · 2022 · 9,570 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars of north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2021 taycan vehicles. The driver and passenger seat wire harness could become damaged during horizontal seat adjustment.
Why it matters: A damaged seat wire harness May deactivate air bags, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
The 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.
Backup camera, Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #22V404000 · 2022 · 12,490 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2022 taycan vehicles. A software error could cause the center screen (including rearview camera image) and the touch control panel remain to black directly after the ignition is activated. Also, the real-top-view (including rearview camera image) could display a flickering image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of…
Why it matters: A malfunctioning center screen or touch control panel May obstruct the driver's view of camera assisted driving functions, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will install new software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 5, 2022.
Electrical, Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #23V347000 · 2023 · 71 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2022 taycan vehicles. An incorrect warning indicator with an incorrect color is displayed in the instrument cluster when notifying owners of worn brake pads. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 135, "light vehicle brake systems," and 101, "control and displays."
Why it matters: An incorrect warning indicator May be misinterpreted and result in driving on worn brake pads with reduced brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the software for the instrument cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 14, 2023.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #24V455000 · 2024 · 31,689 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2025 taycan vehicles. The front brake hoses can develop cracks and leak brake fluid.
Why it matters: A brake fluid leak can reduce braking performance and extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 29, 2025.
Electrical, Electrical Vehicle recall #24V731000 · 2024 · 193 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2023 taycan vehicles. The high-voltage battery May experience a short circuit within the battery module.
Why it matters: A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. Dealers will replace the affected modules in the high-voltage battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 22, 2024.
Electrical, Electrical Vehicle recall #24V732000 · 2024 · 27,527 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021-2024 taycan vehicles. The high-voltage battery May experience a short circuit within the battery module.
Why it matters: A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Dealers will install advanced diagnostic software as the final remedy, anticipated to be available in the first quarter of 2025. Porsche will monitor available online vehicle data and contact owners as necessary, to advise them to only charge the vehicle to 80% capacity until the battery can be…
Backup camera Vehicle recall #25V896000 · 2025 · 172,107 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019-2025 cayenne, cayenne e-hybrid, 2020-2025 911, taycan, 2024-2025 panamera, and 2025 panamera e-hybrid vehicles. The rearview camera image May not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 111, "rear visibility."
Why it matters: A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the driver assistance software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (53): the most common themes are electrical failure (30), stalls / loses power (12), warning light on (6).
- Engine (22): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (12), electrical failure (5).
- Transmission & drivetrain (15): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (8).
- Fuel & propulsion (9): the most common themes are electrical failure (4), stalls / loses power (2).
The 2020 Porsche Taycan has 92 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 6 Taycan model years for complaints (2.0× the average Taycan year). Complaints peaked in 2021 (33 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 4,375 miles. Neighboring years: 2021 (71 complaints, 21 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric (170 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 68e | 71e | 69e | Electricity |
| Electric (120 and 170 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 67e | 68e | 68e | Electricity |
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FAQ
Does the 2020 Porsche Taycan have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 12 vehicle recalls for the 2020 Porsche Taycan. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2020 Porsche Taycan problems?
Owners have filed 92 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (53), engine (22), transmission & drivetrain (15).
What gas mileage does the 2020 Porsche Taycan get?
EPA ratings run up to 69 mpg combined, across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2020 Porsche Taycan repair manual?
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