Is the 2021 Porsche TAYCAN reliable?

The 2021 Porsche TAYCAN has 99 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.0x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: average. Most common issue: ELECTRICAL problems.

What are common problems with the 2021 Porsche TAYCAN?

Top problems: ELECTRICAL (37 complaints, avg repair $500); ENGINE (17 complaints, avg repair $500); TRANSMISSION (11 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2021 Porsche TAYCAN?

Yes, there are 21 recall(s): SUSPENSION, SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS, SUSPENSION:FRONT, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE, SUSPENSION, SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY, SEATS, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM), SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ONBOARD, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY, BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA. Contact any Porsche dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to charge a 2021 Porsche TAYCAN?

The 2021 Porsche TAYCAN has an EPA rating of 76 MPGe. At the current US average residential electricity rate, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $1011. State rates vary significantly — see the interactive calculator on this page.

How much does it cost to insure a 2021 Porsche TAYCAN?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2021 Porsche TAYCAN is approximately $2,847/year (ev-luxury class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

Does the 2021 Porsche TAYCAN qualify for tax credits?

The federal EV tax credit (Section 30D) expired for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025. If purchased before that date, the 2021 Porsche TAYCAN may still qualify on the 2025 tax return. State-level incentives remain active in 13+ states — see the incentives section on this page for details.

2021 Porsche TAYCAN

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Average

Quick Summary

The 2021 Porsche TAYCAN has 99 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.0x the segment average of 99. The most common issue is electrical problems (37% of all complaints), specifically: while driving on a highway at about 60 mph, the a warning message appeared stating "electrical system error / park vehicle in a safe place." fortunately was able to maneuver vehicle to the shoulder before losing responsiveness. vehicle then went into park status with no ability to drive. then receiv. There are 21 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 2 fire reports filed.

2 fire reports 3 crash reports

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

1.0x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

ELECTRICAL

37 complaints

37%

• WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY AT ABOUT 60 MPH, THE A WARNING MESSAGE APPEARED STATING "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ERROR / PARK VEHICLE IN A SAFE PLACE." FORTUNATELY WAS ABLE TO MANEUVER VEHICLE TO THE SHOULDER BEFORE LOSING RESPONSIVENESS. VEHICLE THEN WENT INTO PARK STATUS WITH NO ABILITY TO DRIVE. THEN RECEIV
• ON 4/18/2021 APPROXAMTELY 8:25PM. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXAMATELY 65 MPH ON A LOS ANGELES FREEWAY A RED ERROR MESSAGE POPPED UP THAT READ "MOTOR CONTOL ERROR STOP VEHICLE IN A SAFE PLACE" THE CAR STOPPED ABRUPTLY ON THE FREEWAY. I WASNT ABLE TO PULL OVER TO SAFETY. ALL OF THE LIGHTS WERE STILL ON,
• Driving at 60 mph on I 95 near Boston; Car suddenly reported Motor control Error on the display and all power was lost; in the right lane of the highway was able to steer off the road onto the breakdown lane and come to a stop; just before the full stop the car shuddered jerkily. After shutting of

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500🔥 2 fire reports

“WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY AT ABOUT 60 MPH, THE A WARNING MESSAGE APPEARED STATING "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ERROR / PARK VEHICLE IN A SAFE PLACE." FORTUNATELY WAS ABLE TO MANEUVER VEHICLE TO THE SHOULDER BEFORE LOSING RESPONSIVENESS. VEHICLE THEN WENT INTO PARK STATUS WITH NO ABILITY TO DRIVE. THEN RECEIV”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Recalls (21)

SUSPENSION10/03/2021

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Porsche Taycan Turbo, Taycan Turbo S, Taycan, Taycan 4S, 911 Turbo S Coupe, Cayman, Cayman T, Cayman S, Cayman GT4, 911 Carrera Coupe, 911 Carrera S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Targa, 911 Carrera Cabriolet, 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4S Targa Heritage Design Edition, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 911 Turbo Coupe, 911 Turbo Cabriolet, 911 Turbo S Cabriolet, 718 Spyder, and Boxster vehicles. Certain suspension components may not have been tightened correctly and can loosen.

Risk: Loose suspension components may detach, causing a sudden loss of vehicle stability and control, and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the affected suspension nuts and bolts. Dealers will also inspect surrounding components for damage, and replace any damaged parts as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA3.

Charging Cost Calculator for 2021 Porsche TAYCAN

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local electricity price)

Per year

$1,002

Per month

$83

Per mile

8.3¢

kWh/mi

0.44

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2021 Porsche TAYCAN

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$2,847

Full coverage / month

$237

Liability only / year

$816

vs US avg

+70%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (ev-luxury)1.62x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age1.05x

= Full coverage estimate$2847

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Porsche New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

4 yr / 50K mi

Powertrain

4 yr / 50K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

12 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

4 yr / unlimited mi

These are the terms for a new Porsche. If you're buying a used 2021 TAYCAN, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Porsche dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

EV Incentives for 2021 Porsche TAYCAN

Updated 2026-07

Federal Tax Credit (Section 30D) — Expired 2025-09-30

Section 30D new clean vehicle credit ($7,500 max) expired for vehicles acquired after Sept 30, 2025 per Public Law (One Big Beautiful Bill Act). Vehicles acquired on or before that date remain eligible on the buyer's 2025 return. No federal purchase credit exists for post-9/30/2025 acquisitions.

State-Level Incentives (Still Active in 14 States)

CaliforniaUp to $12,000

Clean Cars 4 All

ColoradoUp to $5,000

Innovative Motor Vehicle Credit

ConnecticutUp to $4,250

CHEAPR (Connecticut Hydrogen and Electric Automobile Purchase Rebate)

DelawareUp to $2,500

Clean Vehicle Rebate

IllinoisUp to $4,000

Illinois EV Rebate Program

MarylandUp to $3,000

Excise Tax Credit for Plug-in Electric Vehicles

MassachusettsUp to $3,500

MOR-EV

New JerseyUp to $4,000

Charge Up New Jersey

New YorkUp to $2,000

Drive Clean Rebate

OregonUp to $7,500

Oregon Clean Vehicle Rebate

PennsylvaniaUp to $3,000

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Rebate Program

Rhode IslandUp to $2,500

DRIVEEV

TexasUp to $2,500

Light-Duty Motor Vehicle Purchase or Lease Incentive

VermontUp to $5,000

Incentive Program for New Electric Vehicles

See full state-by-state EV incentive details

Source: US Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center + state DOR / DEQ program pages. Program details and eligibility limits change frequently — always verify with the linked source before purchase.

Estimated Repair Costs

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 99 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ELECTRICAL: WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY AT ABOUT 60 MPH, THE A WARNING MESSAGE APPEARED STATING "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ERROR / PARK VEHICLE IN A SAFE PLACE." FORTUNATELY WAS ABLE TO MANEUVER VEHICLE TO THE SHOULDER BEFORE LOSING RESPONSIVENESS. VEHICLE THEN WENT INTO PARK STATUS WITH NO ABILITY TO DRIVE. THEN RECEIV
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY AT ABOUT 60 MPH, THE A WARNING MESSAGE APPEARED STATING "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ERROR / PARK VEHICLE IN A SAFE PLACE." FORTUNATELY WAS ABLE TO MANEUVER VEHICLE TO THE SHOULDER BEFORE LOSING RESPONSIVENESS. VEHICLE THEN WENT INTO PARK STATUS WITH NO ABILITY TO DRIVE. THEN RECEIV
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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TRANSMISSION: WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY AT ABOUT 60 MPH, THE A WARNING MESSAGE APPEARED STATING "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ERROR / PARK VEHICLE IN A SAFE PLACE." FORTUNATELY WAS ABLE TO MANEUVER VEHICLE TO THE SHOULDER BEFORE LOSING RESPONSIVENESS. VEHICLE THEN WENT INTO PARK STATUS WITH NO ABILITY TO DRIVE. THEN RECEIV
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: I continuously get 2 messages when I start the car: "Rear Cross Traffic Alert Not Available" and "ParkAssist not available". The biggest problem is that when this happens, the rear camera does not work while in reverse. This has caused several near accidents for me. I took it back to the dealer twi
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 21 recalls have been completed — free at any Porsche dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)