Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2020 Porsche Taycan 4S peaked in 2024, with 1 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2020 Porsche Taycan 4S
Sedan, electric, built in Germany. Owner complaints on file from Oct 1, 2024 to Mar 6, 2025.
Recall campaigns covering this model year443k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints2Below the median 2020 sedan
Severity index0.02020 sedans average 8.1
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Components
50% of complaints about the 2020 Porsche Taycan 4S name electrical system
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
4 recall campaigns cover the 2020 Porsche Taycan 4S
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24V-217 | Mar 20, 2024 | High-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery modules | Electrical system | 749 | Part replacement |
| 24V-215 | Mar 20, 2024 | High-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery modules | Electrical system | 606 | Part replacement |
| 23V-841 | Dec 13, 2023 | When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current… | Electrical system | 41,345 | Not stated |
| 23V-176 | Mar 17, 2023 | When there is an unbelted passenger, the seat belt warning light and audible chime will not activate as intended | Electrical system | 130 | Software update |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2020 Porsche Taycan 4S
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
2 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Mar 6, 2025Failure Dec 15, 2024New York, NYElectrical 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.
NHTSA complaint 11646798 - Filed Oct 1, 2024Failure Oct 1, 2024Newman Lake, WAService brakes, Hydraulic
The contact owns a 2020 Porsche Taycan 4S. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V455000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
NHTSA complaint 11617476
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
644 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.
- GR13D804 Sep 1, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Parts Information for Parts Withdrawal - High-Voltage Heating (PTC) - SPTL2609 Sep 14, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Special Tools and Equipment Information for alignment machines - Q3 2026 Software Spec Update Available - WTL2 Sep 1, 2026 · Service Campaign
Porsche intranet posting for Campaign WTL2 – Replacing Electric Passenger Compartment Heater - No. WTL2 Sep 1, 2026 · Service Campaign
Technical Information for Campaign WTL2 – Replacing Electric Passenger Compartment Heater - No. 61-26-1 Sep 30, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Symptom-based workshop manual for Noises in B-Pillar Area - Correct Felting of B-Pillar Trim Panel - No. 96-26 Sep 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Symptom-based workshop manual for Noises from Front Wiper Blade - No. 198-23-1 Sep 23, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical Information for Cracking on Roof Module: Procedure for Damage Documentation - No. 86-26 Sep 9, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical Information for Vehicle Color in Front Display/Control Panel Wrong after Replacing Central Computer (PCM) - No. 12-26 Sep 1, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical Information for Damage to Nano Plug Contacts Due to Utilization of Incorrect Measuring Equipment - No. 43-26 Sep 1, 2026 · Warranty Program/Extension
Technical Information for Warranty Extension for Front Door Wiring Harness related to Real Top View (RTV) issues - SPTL2314a Aug 28, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Special Tools and Equipment Information for Diagnostic Equipment Standards for all USA Porsche Centers - SPTL2608 Aug 17, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Special Tools and Equipment Information for alignment machines - Q2 2026 Software Spec Update Available - GR16D8a Aug 14, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Product Knowledge for Model Type Designations - GR16D8 Aug 14, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Product Knowledge for Chassis/VIN Numbering Systems - WTL5 Aug 24, 2026 · Over The Air
Porsche intranet posting for Campaign WTL5 Over-the-Air (OTA) Update– Reprogramming the high-voltage battery control unit (BMCe) - No. WSL3 Aug 25, 2026 · Service Campaign
Technical Information for Workshop Campaign WSL3 – Replacing the Electric Passenger Compartment Heater - No. 2433-4 Aug 20, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Information on Advanced Technical Information for Porsche Mobile Charger NEMA Supply Cable Initialization Failure - No. 2315-1 Aug 20, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Information on Advanced Technical Information for Porsche Mobile Charger Plus (PMC+) Red LEDs and Fault B191E49 - No. 2109-3 Aug 28, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Information on Advanced Technical Information for Critical 12V Li-ion Battery Recycling - No. 22-26 Aug 31, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Manufacturer's Certificate for approved wheels and tires - No. 240-24-5 Aug 5, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical Information for Replacement Requirement for 22 kW High-Voltage Charger - OBC - No. 67-26 Aug 10, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical Information for Glass Roof: Observe Special Procedure for Removal and Installation, as well as Replacement Requirements - No. 58-26 Aug 3, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Symptom-based workshop manual for Reversing Camera Spray Nozzle Not Working - Dirty/Clogged/Air in the System - No. 11-25-4 Aug 25, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical Information for White Messages Regarding Driver Assistance Systems in Conjunction with Passive Fault Memory Entries in the ZFAS Control Unit - 74/25 Jul 25, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Belt Lock Warning on Driver Side Permanently Active / No Fault Memory Entries: Delete Airbag Control Unit Fault Memory (SY 74/25) - 240/24 Jul 23, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Replacement Requirement for 22 kW High-Voltage Charger - OBC (240/24) - 13/26 Jul 22, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Allocation of Approved Engine Oils MY 2027 (13/26) - 56/26 Jul 20, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Spare Parts Requirement for Door Window Pane - Supply Shortage: Procedure Until Parts are Available (56/26) - 48/26 Aug 5, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Additional Action when Working on the High-Voltage Battery: Extended Replacement Requirement for Cell Block Module (48/26) - 44/25 Jul 14, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Warning Message "Vehicle Electrical System Faulty" in Conjunction With Fault Memory Entry "Cell Module X, Ageing Detected" in the High-Voltage Battery Control Unit - BMC (44/25) - SPTL 2607a Jul 30, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
VAS 621001A Matrix Headlamp Aimer – Automatic Shipment / Maha Installation - SPTL 2607 Jul 27, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
VAS 621001A Matrix Headlamp Aimer – Automatic Shipment / Maha Installation - SPTL 2603b Jul 7, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Porsche Approved Collision Center – Acquiring Special Tools and Equipment - SPTL 2603b Jul 7, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Porsche Approved Collision Center – Acquiring Special Tools and Equipment - TSTR 2642 Aug 5, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Porsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.300.000 - TSTR 2641 Jul 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
PiUS Update Information Software Version: 3.2 - TSTR 2641 Jul 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
PiUS Update Information Software Version: 3.2 - TSTR 2640 Jul 13, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Porsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.051 - TSTR 2639 Jul 8, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Porsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.041 - TSTR 2638 Jul 8, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Porsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.040 - TSTR 2637 Jul 8, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Porsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.035 - GR13D790 Jun 23, 2026 · Other
Parts Withdrawal - Various Parts - GR13D788 Jun 18, 2026 · Other
Parts Withdrawal - Various Parts - GR13D786 Jun 9, 2026 · Other
Parts Withdrawal - High-Voltage Battery - TSTR2636 Jun 30, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Porsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.031 - TSTR2635 Jun 30, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Porsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.030 - TSTR2634 Jun 25, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Porsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.023 - TSTR2633 Jun 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Porsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.022 - TSTR2633 Jun 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Porsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.022 - TSTR2632 Jun 19, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Porsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.015 - TSTR2631 Jun 16, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Porsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.010 - TSTR2631 Jun 16, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Porsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.010 - TSTR2630 Jun 9, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Porsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.001 - SPTL2603a Jun 25, 2026 · Other
Porsche Approved Collision Center – Acquiring Special Tools and Equipment - 03/26 9102 Jun 30, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Complaint Regarding the Camera View (Real Top View) in the PCM Central Display (03/26) - 40/26 4407 Jun 30, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Wheel Bolt Replacement Requirement - Change from Wheel Bolts with Aluminum Washers to Wheel Bolts with Steel Washers (40/26) - 20/26 Jun 25, 2026 · Other
Overview of Approved Porsche C20 Engine Oils (20/26) - 19/26 1701 Jun 25, 2026 · Other
Overview of Approved Porsche C30 Engine Oils (19/26) - 21/26 1701 Jun 25, 2026 · Other
Overview of Approved Porsche C40 Engine Oils (21/26) - 15/26 1701 Jun 25, 2026 · Other
Overview of Approved Porsche A40 Engine Oils (15/26)
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.