The car is an electric car. I was driving on the highway and the car shut down completely leaving me without power steering, engine control error, electrical system error. I had to glide to the shoulder of the highway. Luckily traffic was light enough that I was able to get over on the highway and avoid getting hit by other vehicles. I could not open the doors and was locked in the car. I waited, restarted the car and got off the highway. The car shut down two more times while I tried to get off the highway.
The worst 2023 Porsche Taycan problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical10
- Brakes7
- Engine4
- Fuel system2
- Steering2
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Electrical10
- Brakes7
- Engine4
- Fuel system2
- Steering2
- Acceleration1
- Airbags1
- Body1
- Driver assistance1
- Transmission1
- Visibility1
Recalls 11
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
- What is wrong
- 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 beginning January 19, 2026.
Recall number 25V896000 · Recall details
Air bags: sensor: occupant classification: front passenger
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- An air bag that fails to deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the front passenger seat cushion, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 24, 2025. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1‑800‑767‑7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASA2.
Recall number 25V221000 · Recall details
Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery
- What is wrong
- 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.
Recall number 24V731000 · Recall details
Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery
- What is wrong
- 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.
Recall number 24V732000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- 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.
Recall number 24V455000 · Recall details
Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery
- What is wrong
- 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.
Recall number 24V215000 · Recall details
Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery
- What is wrong
- 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.
Recall number 24V217000 · Recall details
Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery
- What is wrong
- 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.
Recall number 23V840000 · Recall details
Electrical system: propulsion system: charging: cable/cord: onboard
- What is wrong
- 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.
Recall number 23V841000 · Recall details
Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- Liquid accumulation in the high voltage battery can cause electrical arcing, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will test the battery for leakage and replace the battery as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 31, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1‑800‑767‑7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APB2.
Recall number 23V615000 · Recall details
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
- What is wrong
- 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.
Recall number 23V176000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2023 Porsche Taycan 609
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Technical Information for Warranty Extension for Front Door Wiring Harness related to Real Top View (RTV)...
- Parts Information for Parts Withdrawal
- Parts Information for Parts Withdrawal
- Parts Information for Parts Withdrawal
- Parts Information for Parts Withdrawal
- Advanced Technical Information for Paint Thickness or Decals Affecting Corner Radar Sensor Operation
- Technical Information for Replacement Requirement for 22 kW High-Voltage Charger
- Parts Information for Parts Withdrawal
- Symptom-based workshop manual for Noises in B-Pillar Area
- Symptom-based workshop manual for Noises from Front Wiper Blade
2023 Porsche Taycan fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric motor Electric 246 mi range | AWD | 76-83 | 74-82 | 75-83 MPGe |
| Electric motor Electric 242 mi range | RWD | 78-79 | 88 | 82-83 MPGe |
What 2023 Porsche Taycan owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
There is a red ring that comes up on left side of dashboard that has text inside it that says "Keep hands on steering wheel." It removes acceleration of the car and stiffens the steering wheel until you jerk the wheel and get it to turn off. It is very distracting and happens suddenly. I drive on XXX in the [XXX] suburbs, it is a very straight highway with a lot of congestion. This "safety" feature is going to get me killed. People are tailgating, swerving, driving like lunatics during rush hour. The last thing I need is my car distracting me because it doesn't sense pressure on the wheel or whatever input it is looking for. I'm driving in traffic going straight on a dead straight and perfectly paved road. I don't understand how it is legal an OEM can program the car to remove acceleration due to a steering wheel input. This should be reserved for more safety critical sensors such as collision or blind spot. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
When the forward collision warning activates, the braking pedal loses its effectiveness and causes the car to brake much more slowly than it should, which actually increases the chance of a collision occurring. This has happened multiple times to me in the past few weeks. It is a very dangerous problem.
On March 21, 2026 my Taycan motor wire disconnected from the battery during routine city driving The car was In the Middle lane of [XXX] waiting to turn left onto [XXX] A warning light said Car not drivable , pull over But the car was not functional. Police needed to block [XXX] to allow the car in neutral to slide downhill to A safe location This is the second time this car with undercar exposed wires has had a wire disconnect and disabled driving Clearly some kind of under car wire protection is not properly installed or present INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
While charging my 2023 Porsche Taycan 4S at an Electrify America station, white smoke began emitting from the front wheel/charging port area. The vehicle also produced a burning odor inside the cabin. I immediately stopped charging and unplugged the vehicle. The smoke ceased within approximately 1–2 minutes. The vehicle was towed to an authorized Porsche dealership. Initial explanation from the dealer was steam from when radiators heats-up, which is inconsistent with the conditions and prior use history. Upon further inspection, the dealership identified battery-related issues. Ultimately, I was told that 8 out of 10 battery cells were replaced. The vehicle was out of service for approximately one month. The dealership stated that the battery cell issue was not related to the smoke event, which is concerning given the timing and severity of the incident. This vehicle had previously been subject to a battery-related recall addressed via software update only. I believe there is also ongoing litigation related to battery safety in this model. Given the smoke event, burning odor, and significant battery component replacement, I am concerned about the safety of this vehicle, particularly risk of thermal event or fire during charging. Note, I have a video of the smoke when car was charging, not able to upload video here
1. Do not charge the car more 80% fire risk. 2. Loss of power stalling,software malfunction. 3. Battery/Electrical: Battery issues,erratic instrument panel gauges or lights. electronic stability control overheating. 4. Miscellaneous Concerns; Battery power loss.
there has been no remedy for high voltage battery recall
Backing out of a parking space, the car automatically stopped as it should when approaching a curb. When I put the car back in drive and let off the brake, it lurched forward, I then hit the brake and it continued to accelerate for about 20 feet and hit a granite wall.
your car. What this means is that the car was being repaired at the time, or I was no longer the owner, so I switched to privacy mode. Figure (B). Charged to 100% at an outdoor charging station Battery capacity is 228mi Figure (B.1). 226mi after arriving home Figure (B.2). After two and a half hours, 6mi will be added automatically Figure (C). 11:17 AM 100% 202mi Figure (C.1). 11:18 AM 100% 202mi Figure (C.2). 11:19 AM Two minutes later, 10mi is automatically added. 100% 212mi Figure (D). Charging completed 100% 217mi Figure (D.1). After a few hours, 13mi will be added automatically The mobile app will stay on the last login screen. Figure (E). Charging is nearly 99% complete and has been stopped. Figure (E.1). Charging starts again from 84%. Figure (E.2). Completed 100% 227mi All of these repairs were done remotely, and the car was repaired while I was using it.There is no record of entering the repair shop or work order. These problems have occurred many times, I have many videos
My car has been repaired six times. Now there is also ACC cruise control, which will not brake but accelerate automatically When driving with both hands on the steering wheel, a warning will be issued. When driving without both hands on the steering wheel, no warning will be issued Unable to set charging Charging mileage capacity software has been tampered with There are many more questions.............. Unable to upload video
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Questions about the 2023 Porsche Taycan
Is the 2023 Porsche Taycan reliable?
Owners have filed 21 complaints about the 2023 Porsche Taycan, fewer than a typical Taycan model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2023 Porsche Taycan?
Electrical system, with 10 complaints. Next is brakes (7).
How many recalls does the 2023 Porsche Taycan have?
11 recalls, covering back over prevention, air bags and electrical system.
Was there a recall on the 2023 Porsche Taycan electrical?
Yes, 8 recalls: 24V731000, 24V732000, 24V215000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Porsche Taycan have the most electrical problems?
The Porsche Taycan model years with the most electrical complaints are 2020 (53 complaints), 2021 (38 complaints) and 2022 (37 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2023 Porsche Taycan get?
The 2023 Porsche Taycan is rated at 75-83 MPGe combined, with up to 246 miles of range.
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