2020 PORSCHE TAYCAN 4S Complaints and Recall Information
The 2020 PORSCHE TAYCAN 4S has 1 complaint and 26 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report delays in receiving parts necessary to complete recall repairs. One complaint noted a prolonged wait for an electrical system recall repair part without experiencing an actual failure.
Common Issues
- Recall repair delays. An owner reported receiving a recall notification for the electrical system but the required part was unavailable, causing a delay beyond a reasonable timeframe for repair completion.
The vehicle is subject to 26 recalls affecting various components primarily related to the electrical and propulsion systems. Several recalls address high-voltage battery defects with fire risks, while others involve seat belt warning malfunctions and charging cable overheating concerns.
Recalls
- High-voltage battery short circuit (24V215000). Affects 606 vehicles due to potential short circuits within battery modules increasing fire risk. Owners are advised to limit charging to 80% capacity until repairs are done. Dealers will replace defective battery modules free of charge. Owner notifications were sent on October 8, 2024.
- High-voltage battery short circuit (24V217000). Impacts 749 vehicles with similar battery module short circuit issues posing fire hazards. Charging should be limited to 80% until repair completion. Dealers will analyze and replace battery modules as needed without cost. Notifications were mailed October 9, 2024.
- Seat belt warning system failure (23V176000). In 130 vehicles, the seat belt warning light and chime do not activate for unbelted passengers, violating safety standards and increasing injury risk in crashes. Instrument cluster software updates will be provided gratis. Owner notification letters were expected May 16, 2023.
- Charging cable overheating (23V841000). Affects 41,345 vehicles when using the 220V/240V industrial plug causing some outlets or cables to overheat and raising fire risk. Owners should use 110V charging cables or public stations only. Dealers will provide new charging cables with temperature sensors at no charge. Notifications were sent October 24, 2024.
Owners facing repeated repairs, unresolved recall remedies, or potential safety defects may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consumers dealing with ongoing issues should consider consulting with qualified counsel to evaluate their legal options.
2020 PORSCHE TAYCAN 4S Summary
2020
Model Year
1
Total Complaints
4
Total Recalls
42830
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2020 PORSCHE TAYCAN 4S
606 vehicles affected
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.
Risk: A short circuit in the battery increases the risk of a fire.
2020 PORSCHE TAYCAN 4S
749 vehicles affected
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.
Risk: A short circuit in the battery increases the risk of a fire.
2020 PORSCHE TAYCAN 4S
130 vehicles affected
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES
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.
2020 PORSCHE TAYCAN 4S
41345 vehicles affected
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.
Risk: An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
Complaints
2020 PORSCHE TAYCAN 4S
ID: 2071298ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2020 Porsche Taycan 4S. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V732000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.