With 10 recalls and 19 complaints, the 2023 Porsche Taycan rates as low on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

23V1760002023-17-03

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

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."

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.

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23V6150002023-01-09

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2023 Taycan, Taycan 4S, Taycan Turbo S, Taycan Turbo, Taycan GTS, Taycan 4 Cross Turismo, Taycan 4S Cross Turismo, Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo, Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo, and Taycan GTS Sport Turismo vehicles. The high-voltage battery may have an insufficient amount of sealant, which can allow liquid to accumulate in the battery.

Liquid accumulation in the high voltage battery can cause electrical arcing, increasing the risk of a fire.

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23V8400002023-13-12

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

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.

A short circuit in the battery increases the risk of a fire.

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23V8410002023-13-12

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ONBOARD

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.

An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.

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24V2150002024-20-03

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

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.

A short circuit in the battery increases the risk of a fire.

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24V2170002024-20-03

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

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.

A short circuit in the battery increases the risk of a fire.

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24V4550002024-19-06

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Taycan vehicles. The front brake hoses can develop cracks and leak brake fluid.

A brake fluid leak can reduce braking performance and extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.

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24V7310002024-01-10

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

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.

A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.

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24V7320002024-01-10

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

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.

A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.

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25V2210002025-05-05

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Taycan vehicles. An occupant classification system error may deactivate the front passenger air bag.

An air bag that fails to deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2023 Porsche Taycan's biggest weak point? UNKNOWN OR OTHER. It leads 19 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Unknown Or Other3

02Service Brakes3

03Electrical System,engine2

04Electrical System2

05Service Brakes,forward Collision Avoidance1

19 total across 1 model years (2023–2023)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Porsche Taycan Fuel Economy

75–83mpg combined

76-83city

74-88hwy

$900-$1,000/yr

Fuel economy for the 2023 Porsche Taycan ranges from 75 to 83 MPG combined across 12 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim

Taycan GTS - Automatic (A2)

83mpg

All-Wheel DriveEV

83 city82 hwy~$900/yr10/10 Clean

Taycan Performance Battery - Automatic (A2)

83mpg

Rear-Wheel DriveEV

79 city88 hwy~$900/yr10/10 Clean

Taycan 4S Performance Battery - Automatic (A2)

82mpg

All-Wheel DriveEV

82 city82 hwy~$900/yr10/10 Clean

Taycan Perf Battery Plus - Automatic (A2)

82mpg

Rear-Wheel DriveEV

78 city88 hwy~$950/yr10/10 Clean

Taycan Turbo - Automatic (A2)

81mpg

All-Wheel DriveEV

81 city80 hwy~$950/yr10/10 Clean

Taycan 4 Cross Turismo - Automatic (A2)

80mpg

All-Wheel DriveEV

80 city80 hwy~$950/yr10/10 Clean

Taycan 4S Perf Battery Plus - Automatic (A2)

80mpg

All-Wheel DriveEV

79 city81 hwy~$950/yr10/10 Clean

Taycan GTS Sport Turismo - Automatic (A2)

80mpg

All-Wheel DriveEV

80 city80 hwy~$950/yr10/10 Clean

Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo - Automatic (A2)

79mpg

All-Wheel DriveEV

80 city78 hwy~$950/yr10/10 Clean

Taycan 4S Cross Turismo - Automatic (A2)

78mpg

All-Wheel DriveEV

78 city78 hwy~$950/yr10/10 Clean

Taycan Turbo S - Automatic (A2)

75mpg

All-Wheel DriveEV

76 city74 hwy~$1,000/yr10/10 Clean

Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo - Automatic (A2)

75mpg

All-Wheel DriveEV

76 city74 hwy~$1,000/yr10/10 Clean

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2023 Porsche Taycan

30States

41%in top 3

The biggest cluster of inventory is in California (23%), but the remaining listings are spread across 29 other states nationwide.

CACalifornia

30123%

TXTexas

13010%

FLFlorida

1139%

ILIllinois

836%

GAGeorgia

766%

PAPennsylvania

625%

NJNew Jersey

605%

DCWashington DC

484%

NYNew York

433%

MDMaryland

373%

DEDelaware

333%

AZArizona

333%

WAWashington

302%

NCNorth Carolina

302%

MOMissouri

272%

NVNevada

222%

OR17

NH16

MA15

WI14

UT12

TN12

OK12

MI9

HI8

OH8

ID7

VA7

CO7

LA7

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2023.

2023 Porsche Taycan: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2023 Porsche Taycan a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2023 Porsche Taycan. There are 10 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2023 Porsche Taycan?

Yes, 10 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2023 Porsche Taycan?

Fuel economy ranges from 75 to 83 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $67 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2023 Porsche Taycan?

UNKNOWN OR OTHER problems top the list with 19 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2023 compare to other Porsche Taycan years?

Each Porsche Taycan model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Porsche Taycan overview page.