Last updated: 2026-10-10

RELIABILITY SCORE: 68/100 (GOOD)

2024 Porsche Taycan Reliability Report

The 2024 Porsche Taycan rates good for reliability, but owners report sudden power loss while driving, and it trails other 2024 sedans.

Full Breakdown Compare Models

Recalls

Complaints

Complaint Rate

N/A

Est. Repair Cost

$1192

EV Range

206–246 mi

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint SeverityN/A

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs70/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact65/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue DiversityN/A

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Consider

Middle of the pack among Taycan years, with fewer complaints and recalls than 2023 but reports of sudden power loss that stand out.

Top Issues to Watch

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (5)
SERVICE BRAKES (1)
STEERING (1)

Generation & Refresh (US)

Refresh Year

2024 received a facelift update for the First generation (Type 9J1).

Changes: Improved battery chemistry with increased power density; Upgraded rear traction motor from Macan BEV; Increased maximum regenerative braking power from 290 to 400kW; Increased maximum charging rate from 270 to 320kW.
Year 5 in this generation (2020–2024).
1st generation Taycan (US).

What this means for buyers

Refresh years bring updates but can also introduce new issues. Check early recall data before buying.

2020: First generation (Type 9J1) Launch

Generation start — new platform.

2024: This Model Year (Refresh)

2024 received a facelift update for the First generation (Type 9J1).

Should You Buy the 2024 Porsche Taycan?

Reliability is good for this model year, but it falls below average among 2024 sedans. Within the Taycan's scored years it sits in the middle of six. The 2023 rates worse, with 18 complaints and 40 recalls against 8 complaints and 19 here. The 2025 rates about the same, though it has had less time on the road to collect complaints.

Electrical trouble drives most of the complaints. The worst case is sudden loss of power while driving. The car shuts down, shows electrical system and engine control warnings telling the driver to park, and sometimes will not restart. Owners have been stranded in traffic, which raises crash risk. Others report heater and defroster failure in freezing weather, so the windshield will not clear. Part shortages and dealers unable to explain the fault drag out repairs. Federal recall records cover the electrical system (three recalls), service brakes, exterior lighting, and back over prevention.

Ask the seller for proof that every recall was completed, especially the electrical and brake ones. Request service records for any shutdown or warning messages, and confirm the charging cable came with the car.

Compared to the 2025 Porsche Taycan, which scored 2 points higher. See also the 2023 Porsche Taycan for an earlier comparison.

Pros

+Acceptable reliability score
+Low complaint frequency
+Well-established generation
+Only 8 complaints reported

Cons

−Above-average recall count
−ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Sudden loss of power while driving is the most serious pattern (5 complaints)

Compare 2024 Porsche Taycan With

2024 Tesla Model S

Reliability: 42/100

Mixed

2024 Audi e-tron GT

Reliability: 67/100

Good

2024 BMW i4

Reliability: 78/100

Good

2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE

Reliability: 61/100

Good

Common Problem Categories

Safety

LOW RISK

19 manufacturer recalls issued

Other

HIGH RISK

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (5)
SERVICE BRAKES (1)

See detailed breakdown by component ↓

Recall Overview

recalls on record

The 2024 Porsche Taycan has 19 recalls on record, which is above average. A high count can flag multiple component concerns, though it also shows the manufacturer is actively addressing known issues.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

complaints

LowAvgHigh

Very Low

Safety Incidents

Crashes

Fires

Injuries

Deaths

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

2024 Porsche Taycan Recall Details

19 recalls have been issued for the 2024 Porsche Taycan. All recall repairs are performed free of charge at authorized dealerships.

25V8960002025-12-19

BACK OVER PREVENTION

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."

Consequence

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 NHTSA.gov beginning January 19, 2026.

24V7320002024-10-01

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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.

Consequence

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.

24V6540002024-09-05

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2024 Taycan vehicles. The incorrect headlight control module software may have been installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence

Incorrect headlight control module software may cause the parking lights not to operate as intended when the turn signals are activated, which can reduce vehicle visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the headlight control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ARB4.

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2024 Porsche Taycan? Check its history first

Electrical system problems lead owner complaints about the 2024 Porsche Taycan, and 19 recalls were issued for it. A VIN check shows whether this car's recall work was done, plus accident, title, and odometer history.

Accidents
Open Recalls
Title History
Odometer Rollback

2024 Porsche Taycan NHTSA Safety Ratings

Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Rollover risk: 0.0%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Adjustable Upper Belt Anchorage (Driver, Front Passenger)Seat Belt Reminder System (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Knee (Driver, Front Passenger)Additional Air Bags (N/A)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (TBD)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) (Standard)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) locations (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row, Roof)

View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Porsche TaycanRepair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

3.5

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Est. Annual Maintenance

$1192

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

2024 Porsche Taycan Example Repair Prices

National average price ranges for common repairs. These are not model-year-specific failure predictions.

Common repair costs and price estimates
Repair	Estimated Cost
Clutch Replacement	$3,960 – $4,803
Transmission Fluid Change	$344 – $472
Oil Pressure Sensor Replacement	$271 – $325
Air Injection System Air Bypass Valve Replacement	$920 – $1,212
Fuel Pump Relay Replacement	$137 – $190
Battery Cable Replacement	$382 – $410
Coil Spring Replacement	$1,165 – $1,410
Engine Oil Pan Replacement	$2,227 – $2,369
Air Conditioning Refrigerant Pressure Switch Replacement	$376 – $430
Body Control Module Replacement	$721 – $798

Estimates based on national average repair costs. Actual costs may vary by location and shop.

MPG & Annual Running Costs

Electric

206–246 mi range

Fuel cost: $900–$1,000/yr

Fuel only

40.673–44.521 kWh/100mi · 9.5–10.5 hrs @ 240V

Based on EPA fuel-cost estimates. Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2024 EPA label cycle.

Electric trims

Trim	Drive	Trans.	Range	kWh/100mi	Fuel Cost
Taycan 4S Performance Battery	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (A2)	206 mi	41.0	$900
Taycan GTS	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (A2)	246 mi	40.7	$900
Taycan Performance Battery	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic (A2)	208 mi	40.7	$900
Taycan 4 Cross Turismo	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (A2)	235 mi	42.0	$950
Taycan 4S Cross Turismo	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (A2)	230 mi	42.8	$950
Taycan 4S Performance Battery Plus	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (A2)	235 mi	42.3	$950
Taycan GTS Sport Turismo	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (A2)	233 mi	42.1	$950
Taycan Performance Battery Plus	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic (A2)	242 mi	41.2	$950
Taycan Turbo	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (A2)	238 mi	41.8	$950
Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (A2)	233 mi	43.0	$950
Taycan Turbo S	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (A2)	222 mi	44.5	$1,000
Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (A2)	222 mi	44.5	$1,000

Used Buying Checklist

Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing a 2024 Porsche Taycan.

Ask for service records covering any loss-of-power or electrical fault, and what the dealer found and replaced.
Drive at least half an hour and watch for electrical system or engine control error warnings on the dash.
Run the heater and defroster on full and confirm warm air clears the windshield.
Confirm the car comes with its mobile charging cable and plug.
Have a Porsche dealer run the VIN for open recalls and service actions before you buy.

2024 Porsche Taycan Common Problems by Component

8 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (5)SERVICE BRAKES (1)STEERING (1)FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (1)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

5 complaints

Sudden loss of power while driving is the most serious pattern. The car shuts down, shows electrical system and engine control error warnings telling the driver to park, and sometimes will not restart, leaving it stranded in traffic. That raises a real crash risk. A second pattern is heater and defroster failure in freezing weather, which keeps the windshield from clearing. Part shortages and dealers unable to explain or fix the fault drag these repairs out. One complaint involves a charging cable the dealer never supplied.

5 complaints total

SERVICE BRAKES

1 complaint

2024-10-16

See attached document for complaint.

STEERING

1 complaint

2024-06-10

Numerous electrical issues plaguing the vehicle. These issues pose a significant risk to both myself, my family and other road users. Specifically, the car intermittently fails to recognize the key, both when starting and during operation. Most alarmingly, the vehicle has demonstrated a dangerous behavior wherein it fails to detect my grip on the steering wheel, resulting in the sudden application of brakes and seizure of steering control. This will only happen when going 45mph or faster and will occur randomly regardless of where my hands are on the steering wheel or whether I'm turning or going in a straight line.

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (1 complaints)

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

1 complaint

2024-04-25

My car indicated that there was a collision imminent when there was nothing in front of me and no car within any reasonable distance ahead of me either. The car tried to apply the brakes momentarily and then stopped. This happened on the I280 Northbound Lawrence Expressway exit headed towards the stop light at the Stevens Creek Blvd junction. The ground was slightly damp, but there were no apparent objects in the road.

Best & Worst Porsche Taycan Years

Best Porsche Taycan Years to Buy

Based on reliability index score

Top Pick

Good

2020

12Recalls

2Complaints

Good

2024

(Current Model)

19Recalls

8Complaints

Good

2021

16Recalls

1Complaints

Porsche Taycan Years to Avoid

No Porsche Taycan years are statistical outliers in our data.

Scores stay between 64 and 70 across 6 scored model years.

See full Porsche Taycan years-to-avoid analysis

Porsche Taycan Reliability Score Trend

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Porsche Taycan reliability scores by year
Year	Score	Rating
2020	70/100	Good
2021	67/100	Good
2022	64/100	Good
2023	64/100	Good
2024	68/100	Good
2025	70/100	Good

Porsche Taycan Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
Year	Score	vs Prior Year	Rating	Recalls	Complaints
2025	70/100	+2	Good	4	2
2024(selected)	68/100	+4	Good	19	8
2023	64/100	0	Good	40	18
2022	64/100	-3	Good	40	76
2021	67/100	-3	Good	16	1
2020	70/100	—	Good	12	2

2024 Porsche Taycan Common Questions

10 questions from 2024 Porsche Taycan owners.

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VisitorNov 3, 2024

I just bought my Cayenne it has 134,00. Miles had it only 2 weeks when I lost power and it went into limp mode

What do you think the problem is and how much is it going to cost me

VisitorOct 29, 2024

Are there any special codes to replace an instrument cluster 2004 Porsche Boxste

Repair shop car is in says no one else can get these codes if I wanted some one else to order cluster and do repair. I saw the part on Porsche dealer website with 25% off but shop said their parts come straight from Germany. I would think Porsche dealer would get theirs from Germany as well.

VisitorOct 7, 2024

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How much is maintenance cost, for 80,000 miles?

VisitorAug 18, 2024

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2024 Porsche Taycan reliable?

Its standing is good, but it is below average compared with other 2024 sedans. Among the Taycan's scored model years it ranks in the middle of six. Owners filed 8 complaints, and the most serious involve the electrical system and sudden loss of power while driving.

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Porsche Taycan?

Electrical problems lead, with 5 of the 8 complaints. Owners describe the car shutting down while driving, with warnings to park, and sometimes not restarting. Heater and defroster failure in freezing weather is the second pattern. One owner also reported a charging cable the dealer never supplied.

Does the 2024 Porsche Taycan lose power while driving?

Some owners say it does. They report the car shutting down, showing electrical system and engine control error warnings, and sometimes refusing to restart. A few were left stranded in traffic. Owners also say dealers struggled to explain or fix the fault, and part shortages slowed repairs.

How many recalls does the 2024 Porsche Taycan have?

Federal recall records list 19 recalls. They fall in five areas: back over prevention, exterior lighting, hydraulic service brakes, and the electrical system, which has three. Ask the seller for proof that each one was completed before you buy.

Is the 2024 Porsche Taycan better than the 2023?

By the data, yes. The 2023 rates worse, with 18 complaints and 40 recalls, while the 2024 has 8 complaints and 19 recalls. The 2025 rates about the same as the 2024, and its lower counts partly reflect less time on the road.

Don’t buy a 2024 Porsche Taycan without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

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How we score the 2024 Porsche Taycan

Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2024 Porsche Taycan does best on repair costs (70/100) and worst on recall impact (65/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.

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