4 Reported Risky Battery Problems in the Porsche Taycan

The Porsche Taycan has made waves as the brand’s first all-electric vehicle, combining Porsche’s signature performance with cutting-edge EV technology. At the center of this innovation is the Taycan’s high-voltage lithium-ion battery pack. While the Taycan has earned praise for speed, charging capacity, and design, many owners are beginning to report recurring issues with its battery and charging system. If these problems continue, they can affect reliability and may give rise to lemon law claims.

Porsche Taycan Battery Overview

The Taycan comes with two available battery configurations: Performance Battery (79.2 kWh usable), and the Performance Battery Plus (93.4 kWh usable)

Porsche’s 800-volt battery system enables ultra-fast charging, with a maximum of 270 kW on compatible DC fast chargers. Under ideal conditions, it can charge from 5% to 80% in around 20 minutes.

Reported Taycan Battery Problems

Despite Porsche’s engineering, many owners have encountered problems with their battery and charging system. Common issues include:

Extended Repair Delays

A major frustration for owners is the delay in completing repairs. Because the Taycan uses highly specialized components, many dealerships must order parts directly from Porsche. Some owners have reported their vehicles sitting at the dealership for weeks or even months waiting for:

During these extended delays, owners are often left without their vehicle or with a basic loaner that does not match the performance or value of their Taycan. California’s lemon law recognizes that excessive downtime for repairs can make a vehicle a lemon, even if the manufacturer eventually attempts a fix.

Warranty and Replacement Costs

Porsche offers an 8-year / 100,000-mile warranty on the battery. This includes coverage if capacity falls below 70%. However, real-world repairs can still be stressful. Battery replacements or even module repairs can cost tens of thousands of dollars out of warranty.

Lemon Law Protection for Taycan Owners

If you’ve had to return to the dealership multiple times for battery or charging issues — or if your vehicle has spent an unreasonable amount of time in the shop — you may be entitled to relief under California’s lemon law.

The California lemon law protects consumers when a manufacturer fails to repair a substantial defect within a reasonable number of attempts, or when the vehicle is out of service for extended periods.

If Porsche Cannont Resolve the Problems

A defective battery is not just inconvenient, it strikes at the core of the Taycan’s value and performance. If Porsche cannot resolve these problems within the warranty period, you may be eligible for:

• A buyback of your Taycan,
• A replacement vehicle, or
• A cash compensation.