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

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Porsche Taycan Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2023 Porsche Taycan trims

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)

Is the 4S Worth It?

Common questions about the 2023 Porsche Taycan 4S

How does the 4S compare to other Porsche Taycan trims?

The 4S occupies a distinct position in the Porsche Taycan range. See how it stacks up on the 2023 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2023 Porsche Taycan 4S?

Maintenance costs for the 4S align with the broader Porsche Taycan ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2023 model year has 10 recalls on record. The most-reported issue area is unknown or other. Check the 2023 Porsche Taycan page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Porsche Taycan 4S?

For the 4S, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Porsche Taycan buyer's guide.

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