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2023 Porsche Taycan 4s Cross Turismo Safety Record

The 2023 Porsche Taycan 4s Cross Turismo has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 3 recalls and 19 owner complaints on file.

Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar

3Recalls
19Complaints
0Investigations
VERDICT

The 2023 Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo has not been evaluated by NHTSA for crashworthiness, leaving no federal crash-test star ratings or a computed Safety Index. The published record indicates a Light recall and complaint burden band for the model year. This is primarily driven by three distinct recall campaigns focused on the electrical and propulsion systems. Additionally, 19 unverified owner complaints have been logged. Without crash data, these metrics offer neither an endorsement nor a warning regarding the vehicle's crash safety performance.

The 2023 Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Light recall and complaint burden band, and has three recall campaigns on record according to NHTSA federal safety data.

MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
WHO IT IS FOR
  • shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
2023 Porsche Taycan 4s Cross Turismo safety at a glance (source: NHTSA)
NHTSA crash testNot crash-tested
Recall and complaint burdenLight
Recalls on file3
Owner complaints19 (unverified allegations)
Data verifiedOct 1, 2026

ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Porsche Taycan 4s Cross Turismo?

The 2023 Taycan 4S Cross Turismo sits in the Light recall and complaint burden band, meaning its combined recall and complaint volume is toward the lower end of what NHTSA data shows across the vehicles we cover. Three recalls, all rooted in the electrical and propulsion system, reflect a pattern that Porsche addressed across a wide span of Taycan model years rather than a defect isolated to this trim or year. The 19 reported complaints include 3 alleged crashes and 3 alleged injuries, which are figures that warrant attention even though none are verified. The concentration of reported complaints in the Electrical System and Service Brakes aligns thematically with the recall subject matter. No tested sibling years exist in the data we cover, so there is no adjacent crash-test record to reference as context for structural or occupant-protection performance.

NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Porsche Taycan 4s Cross Turismo have any recalls?

All three recalls on the 2023 Taycan 4S Cross Turismo sit inside the electrical and propulsion system. Two campaigns involve the traction battery, and one covers the onboard charging cable and cord. The NHTSA recall reports do not include a park-outside or do-not-drive directive in the summary data provided, but owners should verify current remedy status for each campaign using their VIN at nhtsa.gov.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY24V217000

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.

Reported 2024-03-20

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ONBOARD23V841000

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, ant

Reported 2023-12-13

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY23V615000

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.

Reported 2023-09-01

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Porsche Taycan 4s Cross Turismo?

Nineteen unverified owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the Electrical System with 9 reports and Service Brakes with 7 reports, followed by Unknown or Other at 5, Engine at 4, Forward Collision Avoidance at 1, and Fuel and Propulsion System at 1. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts.

19 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

3reported crash
0reported fire
3reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsElectrical System 9Service Brakes 7Unknown Or Other 5Engine 4Forward Collision Avoidance 1Fuel/Propulsion System 1

USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Porsche Taycan 4s Cross Turismo?

Three recall campaigns affect this model year, meaning any used example may still require dealer attention. Prior to purchase, consumers should verify a specific vehicle's recall compliance by checking its VIN on nhtsa.gov.

  • NHTSA did not crash-test the 2023 Taycan 4S Cross Turismo, so no star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year and trim.
  • All three recalls on this model year target the electrical and propulsion system, specifically the traction battery in two campaigns and the onboard charging cable and cord in one campaign.
  • Nineteen unverified complaints have been filed with NHTSA, with the Electrical System and Service Brakes accounting for the largest share of alleged problem areas.
  • Owners and prospective buyers should use the NHTSA VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov to determine whether any of the three recall remedies remain open on a specific vehicle.

FAQ2023 Porsche Taycan 4s Cross Turismo safety questions

Was the 2023 Porsche Taycan 4s Cross Turismo crash-tested by NHTSA?

No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 3 recalls and 19 owner complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2023 Porsche Taycan 4s Cross Turismo have?

According to NHTSA recall data, 3 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Porsche Taycan 4s Cross Turismo. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Porsche Taycan 4s Cross Turismo?

According to NHTSA's complaint database, 19 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Porsche Taycan 4s Cross Turismo. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.

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HOW THIS PAGE WAS MADE
  • DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Porsche Taycan 4s Cross Turismo 2023.
  • SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
  • EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
  • VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.