NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo Safety Record
The 2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 4 recalls and 90 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo, so it carries no Safety Index and no star ratings of any kind. What the federal record does show is a Light recall and complaint burden band, 4 recall campaigns concentrated in the electrical and propulsion systems, and 90 unverified owner complaints. That picture is informative but it is not a substitute for crash-test data, and the absence of testing cannot be read as a positive or negative safety signal on its own.
The 2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries 4 recall campaigns, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band 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 | 90 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo?
The 2020 Taycan Turbo falls into the Light burden band, indicating a lower volume of recalls and complaints compared to other vehicles in its segment. The 90 unverified complaints are primarily concentrated in the Electrical System, reinforcing that area as the dominant concern. This aligns with the recall record, which is focused entirely on the electrical architecture. Such a concentration is consistent with early-generation battery-electric vehicles, where federal attention has often been directed at traction battery management and onboard charging systems. The instrument cluster recall specifically targets certain 2020 Taycan Turbo units, making a VIN-level check particularly important for this model year. Without data for sibling years, there are no adjacent crash-test records available for contextual comparison.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo have any recalls?
The 4 recall campaigns for this model year all sit within the electrical system. Two campaigns address the traction battery in the propulsion system, one covers the onboard charging cable and cord, and one targets the instrument cluster and panel. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is listed in the data provided, but shoppers should verify current remedy status for each campaign via 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: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 Turbo?
Owners have filed 90 unverified allegations with NHTSA. The most frequently cited components are the Electrical System with 52 reported complaints, the Engine with 22, and the Power Train with 15. Forward Collision Avoidance, Fuel and Propulsion System, and Service Brakes each appear in the top components as well. These are unverified consumer allegations and have not been confirmed as defects.
90 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo?
Before purchase, run the specific VIN through nhtsa.gov to identify any open recalls that have not yet been remedied on that unit. Remedy completion status varies by vehicle history and is not reflected in aggregate recall counts alone.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo, so no Safety Index or star ratings exist for this specific model year and trim.
- All 4 recall campaigns for this model year target the electrical system, covering the traction battery, onboard charging cable, and instrument cluster, making a VIN-level recall check at nhtsa.gov a critical step for any prospective buyer.
- Ninety unverified owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA, with 52 citing the Electrical System as the affected component, the single largest category by a wide margin for this model year.
- The Light burden band reflects the overall volume of recalls and complaints in the federal record for this model year and is not a crash-safety rating or a finding about occupant protection.
FAQ2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo safety questions
Was the 2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo 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 90 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 4 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 90 owner complaints are on file for the 2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo. 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 Turbo 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.