Used Porsche Taycan: Inspection checklist
Pick the model year you are going to see. Each sheet lists the checks for the problems owners reported on that year, in the order you would do them at the car. Owners filed 107 complaints across these 6 years; the 2022 drew the most.
Choose a model year
2025
Few owner complaints
2 complaints4 recallsOpen checklist
2024
Most reported: electrical
8 complaints6 recallsOpen checklist
2023
Most reported: electrical
18 complaints11 recallsOpen checklist
2022
Most complaintsMost reported: electrical
76 complaints12 recallsOpen checklist
2021
Fewest complaintsFew owner complaints
1 complaint7 recallsOpen checklist
2020
Few owner complaints
2 complaints4 recallsOpen checklist
Problems that follow the Taycan from year to year
Each of these is a top-three complaint area in at least two model years. Darker cells mean more complaints that year. Whatever year you are looking at, give these extra time.
| Area | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | 31 | 8 | 5 | 44 |
Taycan generations and updates
First years of a new generation and mid-cycle updates are marked. Each year links to its checklist.
First generation
2020–2024
2024 update: Improved battery chemistry with increased power density; Upgraded rear traction motor from Macan BEV; Increased maximum regenerative braking power from 290 to 400kW; Increased maximum charging rate from 270 to 320kW
Mileages where Taycan problems start
From owner reports for each model year, lowest mileage first. Compare these with the odometer of the car you are seeing.
Every Taycan recall to confirm
18 recalls cover the Taycanyears on this site. Open a campaign number for NHTSA's full notice. 10 campaigns span more than one model year.
