Model year 2021 · Midsize Cars, Large Cars, Compact Cars

2021 Porsche Taycan: recalls, fuel economy and safety ratings

EPA rates the 2021 Porsche Taycan at 70–79 MPGe combined with 199–227 miles of EPA-rated range across 10 versions. NHTSA lists 22 safety recalls and 72 owner complaints for this model year.

Safety recalls

22

EPA combined MPGe

70–79

NHTSA overall rating

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Recall file dated Oct 27, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026 · updated Oct 27, 2026, 7:34 AM EDT

NHTSA lists this vehicle as TAYCAN 4 CROSS TURISMO, TAYCAN 4S, TAYCAN 4S CROSS TURISMO, TAYCAN TURBO, TAYCAN TURBO CROSS TURISM, TAYCAN TURBO S, TAYCAN TURBO S CROSS TURI.

Check your own car: enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls for that exact vehicle, and contact a Porsche dealer to schedule the repair — safety recall repairs are free. The list below covers the whole model year, so not every recall applies to every car.

2021 Porsche Taycan recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 22 safety recalls for the 2021 Porsche Taycan, newest first.

Back over prevention: Sensing system: Camera

NHTSA 25V896000 Reported Dec 19, 2025
Filed by
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. ASB2)
Units affected
172,107 (estimate)
Problem
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."
Risk
A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the driver assistance software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASB2. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 19, 2026.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electrical system: Propulsion system: Traction battery and 1 more component

NHTSA 24V731000 Reported Oct 1, 2024
Filed by
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. ARB5)
Components
Electrical system: Propulsion system: Traction battery; Electrical system: Software
Units affected
193 (estimate)
Problem
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.
Risk
A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ARB5. This recall expands previous recall numbers 23V-840, 24V-215, and 24V-217. Vehicles previously repaired under the prior recalls will need to have the new remedy completed.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electrical system: Propulsion system: Traction battery and 1 more component

NHTSA 24V732000 Reported Oct 1, 2024
Filed by
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. ARB6 / ARB7)
Components
Electrical system: Propulsion system: Traction battery; Electrical system: Software
Units affected
27,527 (estimate)
Problem
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.
Risk
A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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 replaced. For vehicles in which online data is unavailable, dealers will perform a diagnostic test and replace the battery module assembly, if necessary and advise owners to only charge to 80% capacity. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 6, 2025. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's numbers for this recall are ARB6 and ARB7. This recall expands and replaces previous recall numbers 23V-840, 24V-215, and 24V-217.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Service brakes, hydraulic: Foundation components: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

NHTSA 24V455000 Reported Jun 19, 2024
Filed by
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. ARB0)
Units affected
31,689 (estimate)
Problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Taycan vehicles. The front brake hoses can develop cracks and leak brake fluid.
Risk
A brake fluid leak can reduce braking performance and extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 29, 2025. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ARB0.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electrical system: Propulsion system: Traction battery

NHTSA 24V215000 Reported Mar 20, 2024
Filed by
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. ARA4)
Units affected
606 (estimate)
Problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Taycan, Taycan 4 Cross Turismo, 2020-2023 Taycan 4S, Taycan Turbo S, 2021-2022 Taycan 4S Cross Turismo, 2022 Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo, 2022-2023 Taycan GTS, 2023 Taycan GTS Sport Turismo, and 2020-2021 Taycan Turbo vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery modules.
Risk
A short circuit in the battery increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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 on October 8, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ARA4.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electrical system: Propulsion system: Traction battery

NHTSA 24V217000 Reported Mar 20, 2024
Filed by
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. ARA5)
Units affected
749 (estimate)
Problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Taycan, 2020-2024 Taycan 4S, Taycan Turbo, 2021-2023 Taycan 4 Cross Turismo, 2022-2023 Taycan 4S Cross Turismo, Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo, 2023 Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo, 2022-2024 Taycan GTS, Taycan GTS Sport Turismo, and 2020-2023 Taycan Turbo S vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery modules.
Risk
A short circuit in the battery increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. Dealers will analyze the battery data and replace the high-voltage battery modules as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 9, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ARA5.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electrical system: Propulsion system: Traction battery

NHTSA 23V840000 Reported Dec 13, 2023
Filed by
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. APB5)
Units affected
205 (estimate)
Problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Porsche Taycan, 2021-2022 Taycan 4S, Taycan Turbo S, Taycan Turbo, Taycan 4 Cross Turismo, Taycan 4S Cross Turismo, Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo, 2022 Taycan GTS, and Taycan GTS Sport Turismo vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery modules.
Risk
A short circuit in the battery increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the high-voltage battery by replacing modules as necessary, free of charge Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APB5.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electrical system: Propulsion system: Charging: Cable/cord: Onboard

NHTSA 23V841000 Reported Dec 13, 2023
Filed by
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. APB6)
Units affected
41,345 (estimate)
Problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling various models and model years. Please see the recall report for a list of the included vehicles. When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat.
Risk
An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to use the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110V home charging cable or public charging stations. Dealers will supply a new 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable with an incorporated temperature sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 24, 2024. A second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available, anticipated mid-2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APB6.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electrical system: Instrument cluster/panel and 1 more component

NHTSA 23V347000 Reported May 16, 2023
Filed by
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. APA5)
Components
Electrical system: Instrument cluster/panel; Service brakes, hydraulic
Units affected
71 (estimate)
Problem
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."
Risk
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.
Remedy
Dealers will update the software for the instrument cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 14, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA5.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Structure: Body

NHTSA 23V313000 Reported May 3, 2023
Filed by
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. APA4)
Units affected
3 (estimate)
Problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020 911 Carrera S, 2021 Taycan Turbo, and 2022 911 Carrera vehicles. Due to a process error in the car body production line, various welds may be missing from the vehicle body.
Risk
In the event of a crash, incomplete body welding may not provide adequate protection to occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the welds, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 30, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA4.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electrical system: Instrument cluster/panel and 1 more component

NHTSA 23V176000 Reported Mar 17, 2023
Filed by
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. APA2)
Components
Electrical system: Instrument cluster/panel; Seat belts: Front: Warning light/devices
Units affected
130 (estimate)
Problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020 Taycan Turbo, 2021 Taycan, Taycan 4S Cross Turismo, 2022 Taycan, Taycan Turbo, Taycan GTS, Taycan 4 Cross Turismo, Taycan 4S Cross Turismo, 2020-2022 Taycan 4S and Taycan Turbo S, and 2023 Taycan vehicles. When there is an unbelted passenger, the seat belt warning light and audible chime will not activate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk
A malfunctioning seat belt warning system may not alert the passenger to buckle their seat belt, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 16, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA2.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Suspension: Front: Macpherson strut

NHTSA 22V921000 Reported Dec 13, 2022
Filed by
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. ANB8)
Units affected
28 (estimate)
Problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Taycan, Taycan 4S, Taycan Turbo S, Taycan 4 Cross Turismo, and Taycan 4S Cross Turismo vehicles. A retaining ring on top of the suspension strut may come loose, resulting in a dislodged strut and air loss from the strut spring.
Risk
An air suspension strut failure may cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the suspension strut and replace it, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 10, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANB8.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Back over prevention: Sensing system: Camera and 1 more component

NHTSA 22V404000 Reported Jun 8, 2022
Filed by
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. ANA6)
Components
Back over prevention: Sensing system: Camera; Power train: Automatic transmission: Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Units affected
12,490 (estimate)
Problem
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 Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk
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.
Remedy
Dealers will install new software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 5, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANA6.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Seats

NHTSA 22V278000 Reported Apr 26, 2022
Filed by
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. ANA5)
Units affected
9,570 (estimate)
Problem
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.
Risk
A damaged seat wire harness may deactivate air bags, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
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.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Seat belts: Rear/other: Anchorage and 1 more component

NHTSA 22V100000 Reported Feb 22, 2022
Filed by
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. ANA4)
Components
Seat belts: Rear/other: Anchorage; Seat belts: Rear/other: Buckle assembly
Units affected
5,305 (estimate)
Problem
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 Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Risk
An improperly secured child seat increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
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.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Tires and 1 more component

NHTSA 22V052000 Reported Feb 2, 2022
Filed by
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. ANA2)
Components
Tires; Suspension
Units affected
1 (estimate)
Problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling one 2021 Taycan vehicle. The front and rear suspension may be misaligned.
Risk
Suspension misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the front and rear axles, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. The owner notification letter was mailed March 10, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANA2.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Exterior lighting: Hazard flashing warning lights

NHTSA 21V794000 Reported Oct 13, 2021
Filed by
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. AMC1)
Units affected
11,827 (estimate)
Problem
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."
Risk
An activation of hazard lights in non-emergency situations could confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the hazard lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 2, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMC1.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Service brakes, hydraulic: Critical fasteners and 1 more component

NHTSA 21V697000 Reported Sep 8, 2021
Filed by
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. AMB9)
Components
Service brakes, hydraulic: Critical fasteners; Service brakes, hydraulic: Foundation components
Units affected
11 (estimate)
Problem
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.
Risk
A detached pressure input rod will cause the brake pedal to fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Seat belts: Front: Retractor and 2 more components

NHTSA 21V608000 Reported Aug 4, 2021
Filed by
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. AMB6)
Components
Seat belts: Front: Retractor; Seat belts; Seat belts: Rear/other: Retractor
Units affected
4,924 (estimate)
Problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 911 Carrera Coupe, 911 Carrera S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4 Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Coupe, 911 Turbo Coupe, 911 Turbo S Coupe, Panamera, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, Panamera 4S, Panamera GTS, Panamera Turbo S, Taycan, Taycan 4S, Taycan Turbo, and Taycan Turbo S vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB6.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Engine and engine cooling: Engine: Engine control module (ecu/ecm): Software and 1 more component

NHTSA 21V486000 Reported Jun 29, 2021
Filed by
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. AMB5)
Components
Engine and engine cooling: Engine: Engine control module (ecu/ecm): Software; Electrical system: Propulsion system: Traction motor: Controller: Software
Units affected
10,373 (estimate)
Problem
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.
Risk
A loss of motive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Suspension: Front

NHTSA 21V362000 Reported May 17, 2021
Filed by
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. AMB2)
Units affected
565 (estimate)
Problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Taycan, Panamera, Panamera Turbo S, Panamera GTS, Panamera 4, Panamera 4 Sport Turismo, Panamera 4 Executive, Panamera 4S Executive, Panamera 4S, Panamera 4S E-Hybrid, and Panamera 4 E-Hybrid vehicles. The front lower trailing arms were not forged correctly and may break.
Risk
A broken front lower trailing arm may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front lower trailing arms, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB2.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Suspension: Critical fasteners and 1 more component

NHTSA 21V157000 Reported Mar 10, 2021
Filed by
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. AMA3)
Components
Suspension: Critical fasteners; Suspension
Units affected
396 (estimate)
Problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Porsche Taycan Turbo, Taycan Turbo S, Taycan, Taycan 4S, 911 Turbo S Coupe, Cayman, Cayman T, Cayman S, Cayman GT4, 911 Carrera Coupe, 911 Carrera S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Targa, 911 Carrera Cabriolet, 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4S Targa Heritage Design Edition, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 911 Turbo Coupe, 911 Turbo Cabriolet, 911 Turbo S Cabriolet, 718 Spyder, and Boxster vehicles. Certain suspension components may not have been tightened correctly and can loosen.
Risk
Loose suspension components may detach, causing a sudden loss of vehicle stability and control, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the affected suspension nuts and bolts. Dealers will also inspect surrounding components for damage, and replace any damaged parts as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA3.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Recall summaries are written by NHTSA from manufacturers' defect reports. Dates are when NHTSA received the report.

2021 Porsche Taycan fuel economy by version

EPA city/highway/combined estimates for each engine, transmission and drive combination; electric figures are in MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent). Annual fuel cost is EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year (55% city, 45% highway) at EPA's current fuel-price assumptions; your cost will vary.

2021 Porsche Taycan EPA fuel economy
VersionEngineTransmissionDriveFuelCity/Hwy/CombElectric rangeFuel cost/yrCO2 g/mi
Taycan 4 Cross TurismoElectric (175 and 320 kW ACPM)Automatic 2-speedAll-Wheel DriveElectricity76/77/76 MPGe215 mi
44.1 kWh/100 mi
$1,0000
Taycan 4S Cross TurismoElectric (175 and 320 kW ACPM)Automatic 2-speedAll-Wheel DriveElectricity75/75/75 MPGe215 mi
45 kWh/100 mi
$1,0000
Taycan 4S Perf BatteryElectric (194 and 280 kW ACPM)Automatic 2-speedAll-Wheel DriveElectricity79/80/79 MPGe199 mi
42.4 kWh/100 mi
$9500
Taycan 4S Perf Battery PlusElectric (210 and 250 kW ACPM)Automatic 2-speedAll-Wheel DriveElectricity75/81/77 MPGe227 mi
43.5 kWh/100 mi
$1,0000
Taycan Perf BatteryElectric (240 kW ACPM)Automatic 2-speedRear-Wheel DriveElectricity76/84/79 MPGe200 mi
41 kWh/100 mi
$9000
Taycan Perf Battery PlusElectric (280 kW ACPM)Automatic 2-speedRear-Wheel DriveElectricity71/80/75 MPGe225 mi
44.9 kWh/100 mi
$1,0000
Taycan TurboElectric (TBD ACPM)Automatic 2-speedAll-Wheel DriveElectricity71/75/73 MPGe212 mi
45 kWh/100 mi
$1,0000
Taycan Turbo Cross TurismoElectric (175 and 355 kW ACPM)Automatic 2-speedAll-Wheel DriveElectricity72/72/72 MPGe204 mi
46.9 kWh/100 mi
$1,0500
Taycan Turbo SElectric (TBD ACPM)Automatic 2-speedAll-Wheel DriveElectricity69/71/70 MPGe201 mi
48.1 kWh/100 mi
$1,1000
Taycan Turbo S Cross TurismoElectric (190 and 335 kW ACPM)Automatic 2-speedAll-Wheel DriveElectricity74/73/73 MPGe202 mi
46 kWh/100 mi
$1,0500

Source: FuelEconomy.gov (U.S. DOE and EPA), file dated Sep 29, 2026. Each version links to its FuelEconomy.gov record.

EPA estimates come from standardized lab tests so cars can be compared fairly; real-world mileage depends on speed, weather, load, tires and driving style.

2021 Porsche Taycan crash-test ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the tested versions. More stars mean a lower chance of serious injury in that type of crash. Rollover risk is NHTSA's estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.

2021 Porsche Taycan NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
Tested vehicleOverallFrontalSideRolloverRollover riskForward collision warning
2021 Porsche Taycan 4S 4 DR AWDNot ratedNot ratedNot ratedNot rated—No
2021 Porsche Taycan Turbo 4 DR AWDNot ratedNot ratedNot ratedNot rated—No
2021 Porsche Taycan Turbo S 4 DR AWDNot ratedNot ratedNot ratedNot rated—No

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program), checked Oct 26, 2026.

Star ratings compare vehicles of similar size and weight; a frontal rating for a large pickup is not directly comparable with one for a small car.

2021 Porsche Taycan owner complaints

Owners have filed 72 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Porsche Taycan, most recently on Sep 29, 2026. 4 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 2 injured people and 0 deaths. These are unverified reports; a complaint is not proof of a defect.

Most-cited components in 2021 Porsche Taycan complaints
Component named in complaintsMentions
Electrical system28
Engine16
Power train12
Electrical system: Propulsion system10
Service brakes8
Unknown or other4
Back over prevention: Warnings3
Forward collision avoidance: Warnings3
Fuel/propulsion system3
Vehicle speed control3

Source: NHTSA consumer complaint files (complaints received since January 1, 2015). One complaint can name several components.

Had a safety problem with your vehicle? You can report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem.

Other Porsche Taycan model years

Porsche Taycan by model year
YearCombinedRecallsComplaintsOverall rating
2026 Taycan77–93 MPGe———
2025 Taycan77–93 MPGe42—
2024 Taycan75–83 MPGe69—
2023 Taycan75–83 MPGe1121—
2022 Taycan70–83 MPGe1280—
2020 Taycan68–69 MPGe1695—

All Porsche Taycan years compared · Decode a VIN

Other 2021 Porsche models

Sources

  • Recalls: NHTSA recall flat file (FLAT_RCL_POST_2010), dated Oct 27, 2026, plus a live check of api.nhtsa.gov in your browser.
  • Complaints: NHTSA consumer complaint flat files (COMPLAINTS_RECEIVED), counts only — we do not republish complaint text.
  • Crash tests: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API.
  • Fuel economy: FuelEconomy.gov vehicles file (U.S. DOE and EPA), dated Sep 29, 2026.
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