NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2022 Porsche Taycan 4s Safety Record
The 2022 Porsche Taycan 4s has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 5 recalls and 78 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
For the 2022 Porsche Taycan 4S, the federal safety record is notable for its omissions. No crash-test ratings are available from NHTSA, precluding a determination of its performance in impact scenarios. This model consequently carries no computed Safety Index. The safety profile that does emerge is shaped by five active recall campaigns, primarily addressing electrical and propulsion system issues, and 78 owner-reported complaints. This places the 2022 Taycan 4S in the Moderate band for both recall and complaint burden.
The 2022 Porsche Taycan 4S was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries five recall campaigns and a Moderate recall and complaint burden band, according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Moderate |
| Recalls on file | 5 |
| Owner complaints | 78 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Porsche Taycan 4s?
The 2022 Porsche Taycan 4S presents a concentrated pattern of safety concerns within its electrical architecture. All five federal recall campaigns for this model year target the electrical system, with three specifically addressing traction battery issues. This focus on a single core system is particularly notable for an all-electric vehicle. Owner complaints corroborate this trend: 36 of 78 submitted reports concern the Electrical System. Additional owner-reported issues include 18 Power Train and 9 Engine category complaints. The vehicle’s unverified record also contains two complaints related to crashes and two concerning fires. This model year does not have sibling years with published NHTSA crash-test results for comparison.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Porsche Taycan 4s have any recalls?
All five recall campaigns on the 2022 Taycan 4S target the electrical system. Three address the traction battery within the propulsion system, one covers the onboard charging cable and cord, and one involves the instrument cluster and panel. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the data provided, but owners should confirm current remedy status for each campaign using the NHTSA VIN lookup.
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:TRACTION BATTERY23V840000
Risk: A short circuit in the battery increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the high-voltage battery by replacing modules as necessary, free of charge Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APB5.
Reported 2023-12-13
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 2022 Porsche Taycan 4s?
Owners have filed 78 unverified complaints with NHTSA against the 2022 Taycan 4S. The most frequently alleged problem area is the Electrical System, cited in 36 reports, followed by the Power Train at 18 and Engine at 9. These are unverified consumer allegations and have not been independently confirmed.
78 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Porsche Taycan 4s?
Five recall campaigns have been issued for the 2022 Taycan 4S, a significant number for a vehicle in this segment. Owners and prospective buyers should verify through nhtsa.gov that all applicable recall remedies have been completed for any specific unit.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2022 Taycan 4S, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index exist for this specific model year and trim.
- All five of this model year's recall campaigns target the electrical system, with three specifically addressing traction battery concerns in the propulsion system.
- The 78 unverified owner complaints on file with NHTSA skew heavily toward the Electrical System, which accounts for 36 of those reports, a pattern consistent with the recall campaigns.
- Two fire-related complaints appear in the unverified NHTSA record for this model year, making a VIN-specific open-recall check at nhtsa.gov especially important for prospective buyers.
FAQ2022 Porsche Taycan 4s safety questions
Was the 2022 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 5 recalls and 78 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 Porsche Taycan 4s have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 5 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Porsche Taycan 4s. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Porsche Taycan 4s?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 78 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Porsche Taycan 4s. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Porsche Taycan 4s 2022.
- 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.