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2021 Porsche Taycan recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2021 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component22
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Electrical system | 7 |
| Suspension | 4 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 3 |
| Seat belts | 2 |
| Back over prevention | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Power train | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 |
Safety recalls22
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Dec 19, 202525V896000 | Back over prevention: sensing system cameraA rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V896000
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| Oct 1, 202424V731000 | Electrical system: softwareA short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 24V731000
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| Oct 1, 202424V732000 | Electrical system: propulsion system traction batteryA short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 24V732000
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| Jun 19, 202424V455000 | Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsA brake fluid leak can reduce braking performance and extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 24V455000
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| Mar 20, 202424V215000 | Electrical system: propulsion system traction batteryA short circuit in the battery increases the risk of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 24V215000
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| Mar 20, 202424V217000 | Electrical system: propulsion system traction batteryA short circuit in the battery increases the risk of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 24V217000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: Taycan, Taycan 4 Cross Turismo, Taycan 4s, Taycan 4s Cross Turismo, Taycan Turbo, Taycan Turbo S, Taycan Turbo Cross Turism, Taycan Turbo S Cross Turi. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
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Owner complaints by component72
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 39 | 54 |
| Engine | 16 | 22 |
| Power train | 12 | 17 |
| Service brakes | 8 | 11 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 5 | 7 |
| Back over prevention | 5 | 7 |
| Unknown or other | 4 | 6 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 4 |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 4 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 |
| Air bags | 1 | 1 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 1 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names Taycan, Taycan Turbo S.
Latest reports
- Power train
“While driving at approximately 90 mph on XXX on the highway, my 2021 Porsche Taycan (VIN [XXX], 51,730 miles) displayed an electrical system error with the turtle (reduced power) icon.”
- Forward collision avoidance
“I was making a left hand turn into a shopping center today around 4:55pm and the collision indicator flashed on and jerked my car to a stop in the middle of the road.”
- Electrical system
“There are currently hundreds (if not thousands) of cars, operating on roads of USA, that at any particular time stop in the middle of the road. The power is cut off and Engine Control Error is displayed on the monitor.”
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2021 Porsche Taycan recall questions
How many recalls does the 2021 Porsche Taycan have?
NHTSA lists 22 safety recall campaigns for the 2021 Porsche Taycan. The most recent, 25V896000 (reported December 19, 2025), concerns back over prevention. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2021 Porsche Taycan recalls for?
The largest group is electrical system, with 7 campaigns. Others: suspension (4), service brakes, hydraulic (3), seat belts (2). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2021 Porsche Taycan?
Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 39 complaints out of 72 filed with NHTSA (54%). Across all complaints, owners reported 4 crashs and 2 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2021 Porsche Taycan?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Porsche recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Porsche dealer.
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