Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2021 Porsche Taycan
NHTSA data on file today
The 2021 Porsche Taycan has 21 NHTSA recall campaigns and 71 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Newest 20 recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #25V896000 Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V732000 High-Voltage Batteries May Short Circuit NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V731000 High-Voltage Batteries May Short Circuit NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V455000 Front Brake Hoses Can Crack and Leak Fluid NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V217000 High-Voltage Batteries May Short Circuit NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V215000 High-Voltage Batteries May Short Circuit NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V841000 Power Outlet May Cause Charging Cable to Overheat NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V840000 High Voltage Battery May Short Circuit NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V347000 Incorrect Brake Pad Wear Indicator/FMVSS 135 & 101 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V176000 Seat Belt Warning System Malfunction/FMVSS 208 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V921000 Loose Retaining Ring May Cause Dislodged Air Strut NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V404000 Vehicle Display Malfunction/FMVSS 111 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V278000 Driver and Passenger Seat Wire Harness Damage NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V100000 Child Seat Anchors May Be Obstructed/FMVSS 225 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V052000 Suspension May Be Misaligned NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V794000 Incorrect Activation of Hazard Lights/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V697000 Pressure Input Rod On Brake Booster May Be Loose NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V608000 Seat Belt Locking Retractor Malfunction/FMVSS 208 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V486000 Software Error Can Cause Loss of Motive Power NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V362000 Front Lower Trailing Arms Not Forged Correctly NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 38 complaints
- Engine 16 complaints
- Power Train 12 complaints
- Service Brakes 8 complaints
- Back Over Prevention 5 complaints
- Forward Collision Avoidance 5 complaints
Of the 71 complaints on file, 4 report a crash and 2 a fire; across all 71 complaints, owners report 2 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $9,000–$20,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2021 Porsche Taycan has a concerning number of recalls, primarily related to its electric system and battery. Owner complaints about the electrical system and engine further support potential reliability issues. While the magnitude of complaints and recalls is significant, data on long-term reliability is relatively limited due to the vehicle's recent introduction.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| High-voltage battery | Unknown | $1,500–$8,000 | common |
| Brake system | Unknown | $500–$1,500 | occasional |
| Electrical system | Unknown | $300–$2,500 | common |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Annual battery check
- Tire rotation and balancing
- Brake fluid flush
- Cabin air filter replacement
- Wheel alignment
- Coolant system service
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Battery charging issues
- Brake fluid leaks
- Unresponsive electronics
- Frequent warning lights
- Loss of power
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2021 Porsche Taycan at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.