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Porsche Taycan Turbo S Safety
NHTSA safety across every Porsche Taycan Turbo S model year we cover.
Across the 5 model years of the Porsche Taycan Turbo S we cover (2020 to 2024), no year has an NHTSA crash-test score on record. 19 recalls have been issued across those years.
The Porsche Taycan Turbo S is the range-topping variant of Porsche's all-electric performance sedan, slotting into the luxury EV segment and targeting drivers who want genuine sports-car credentials alongside zero-emission motoring. Built on a dedicated 800-volt platform, it competes with the likes of the Tesla Model S Plaid and Mercedes EQS AMG, appealing to performance-focused buyers with serious budgets.
The Porsche Taycan Turbo S, across model years 2020 to 2024, lacks formal crash testing from NHTSA. This absence means no star ratings or Safety Index scores are available to assess its structural protection. For a luxury performance vehicle of this price, this data gap is significant. The model's recall record is extensive, with 46 recalls issued for the 2020-2024 period. This number is unusually high for a low-volume vehicle, suggesting substantial issues in the platform's early production. Each of these recalls must be addressed. Owner complaints total 197. These include 6 reported crashes and 3 reported fires. The fire reports, though unverified, warrant particular attention given the vehicle's high-voltage battery system. Four injuries were also reported among these complaints. The Taycan Turbo S presents a safety profile marked by limited official crash data and a high recall volume. Buyers should consider both points.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the Taycan Turbo S as one of the most dynamically accomplished electric vehicles on the market, praising its exceptionally precise steering, well-sorted chassis, and the premium feel of its cabin materials and construction. Most find the driving experience genuinely engaging rather than merely quick, though some note the infotainment layout demands a learning curve and that rear-seat space is tighter than segment rivals.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the Taycan Turbo S in any model year from 2020 to 2024, meaning there are no official star ratings to confirm occupant protection in this vehicle.
- 46 recalls across the 2020-2024 model years is a high count for a low-volume luxury model. Before buying any used example, run the VIN on NHTSA's recall database to confirm all outstanding recalls have been remedied.
- Owner complaints include 3 reported fire incidents across the covered model years. While these are unverified allegations, high-voltage battery fire risk is a known consideration with performance EVs and warrants attention during a pre-purchase inspection.
- With 6 reported crashes and 4 reported injuries in the owner complaint data, shoppers relying solely on NHTSA testing for safety reassurance will find the Taycan Turbo S unusually underdocumented compared to mainstream competitors that carry full five-star ratings.
Most-recalled year on record: 2022 Porsche Taycan Turbo S with 5 recalls.