NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2020 Porsche Taycan 4s Safety Record
The 2020 Porsche Taycan 4s has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 4 recalls and 2 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2020 Porsche Taycan 4S received no crash-test evaluation; no star ratings or Safety Index score exist for this model year in the NHTSA database. Owners filed 2 unverified complaints. The federal record shows 4 recall campaigns, concentrated in the electrical and propulsion systems, resulting in a Light recall and complaint burden band.
The 2020 Porsche Taycan 4S was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Light recall and complaint burden band, and has 4 recall campaigns on record according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 4 |
| Owner complaints | 2 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2020 Porsche Taycan 4s?
The 2020 Porsche Taycan 4S presents a recall record concentrated within a single category. Of the 4 recall campaigns, all target the Electrical System, addressing issues from the traction battery to the onboard charging infrastructure and the instrument cluster. This focus is consistent with early production phases for an all-electric platform, reflecting multi-year campaigns Porsche implemented across the Taycan line to resolve systemic software or hardware concerns. Owner complaints are minimal, with 2 unverified reports and no recorded crashes or injuries. There are no NHTSA-tested sibling years for this model, limiting direct crash-safety comparisons.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 Porsche Taycan 4s have any recalls?
The 4 recall campaigns for this model year all fall under the Electrical System category. Two campaigns address the traction battery within the propulsion system, one targets the onboard charging cable and cord, and one covers the instrument cluster and panel. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the data provided for this model year.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY24V215000
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.
Reported 2024-03-20
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: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL23V176000
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.
Reported 2023-03-17
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2020 Porsche Taycan 4s?
Two unverified owner allegations have been reported to NHTSA for the 2020 Taycan 4S. The top components named in those unverified reports are the Electrical System and the Service Brakes, Hydraulic. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are recorded in those 2 filings.
2 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 Porsche Taycan 4s?
Any used 2020 Taycan 4S should be checked by VIN at nhtsa.gov before purchase to confirm whether any of the 4 recall campaigns remain open and unrepaired on that specific vehicle. Recall completion status varies by individual car and is not reflected in model-level data.
- NHTSA has no crash-test result for the 2020 Porsche Taycan 4S, meaning no Safety Index or star ratings exist for this specific model year.
- All 4 recall campaigns for this model year are classified under the Electrical System, with 2 targeting the traction battery, 1 targeting the onboard charging cable, and 1 targeting the instrument cluster.
- Only 2 unverified owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year, citing the Electrical System and Service Brakes as the top components, with no crashes, injuries, or deaths recorded in those filings.
- Shoppers and current owners should run a VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov to determine whether any of the 4 recall campaigns remain open and unaddressed on a specific 2020 Taycan 4S.
FAQ2020 Porsche Taycan 4s safety questions
Was the 2020 Porsche Taycan 4s 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 4 recalls and 2 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Porsche Taycan 4s have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 4 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2020 Porsche Taycan 4s. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2020 Porsche Taycan 4s?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 2 owner complaints are on file for the 2020 Porsche Taycan 4s. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Porsche Taycan 4s 2020.
- 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.