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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN WP0AB2Y16MSA42497 · Checked Aug 6, 2026
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WP0AB2Y16MS•••••• 2021 Porsche TAYCAN

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69on the model
31builds in total
Most reported Forward Collision Avoidance 1 Electrical System 1 Visibility/wiper 1

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Electrical System Dec 2022
On December 29, 2022, the heater unit in the car failed. This caused ice to form on the inside of the car, all windows. Winter in Chicago. Dealer said they are aware of other Tacans having this came issue but there are no parts available and could be 4 to 6 weeks for parts. It…
Forward Collision Avoidance Aug 2021
I am getting a warning and sometimes unwanted braking. The warning is that driver must assume control but this happens when I have all the driver's assist features turned off. On a recent 1500 mile road trip this fault happened at least 10 times at highway speeds

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN WP0AB2Y16MSA42497 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.