Every 2021 Porsche Panamera recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Electrical System · NHTSA 23V841000
Dec 13, 2023Electrical System:Propulsion System:Charging:Cable/Cord:Onboard
- Problem
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling various models and model years. Please see the recall report for a list of the included vehicles. When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat.
- Risk
- An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- 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, anticipated mid-2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APB6.
Full recall details for 23V841000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 23V033000
Jan 27, 2023Electrical System
- Problem
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Panamera, Panamera 4, Panamera GTS and Panamera Turbo vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of specific model names and model years. Humidity may enter the external coolant pump for the climate control system and cause an electrical short circuit.
- Risk
- An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the external coolant pump and inspect and replace the plug-in connection, if necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed March 6, 2023. Owners will receive a second notice once remedy becomes available, anticipated July 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA1.
Full recall details for 23V033000 →Suspension · NHTSA 21V362000
May 17, 2021Suspension:Front
- Problem
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Taycan, Panamera, Panamera Turbo S, Panamera GTS, Panamera 4, Panamera 4 Sport Turismo, Panamera 4 Executive, Panamera 4S Executive, Panamera 4S, Panamera 4S E-Hybrid, and Panamera 4 E-Hybrid vehicles. The front lower trailing arms were not forged correctly and may break.
- Risk
- A broken front lower trailing arm may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the front lower trailing arms, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB2.
Full recall details for 21V362000 →Seat Belts · NHTSA 21V608000
Apr 8, 2021Seat Belts:Rear/Other:Retractor
- Problem
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 911 Carrera Coupe, 911 Carrera S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4 Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Coupe, 911 Turbo Coupe, 911 Turbo S Coupe, Panamera, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, Panamera 4S, Panamera GTS, Panamera Turbo S, Taycan, Taycan 4S, Taycan Turbo, and Taycan Turbo S vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Risk
- An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB6.
Full recall details for 21V608000 →
2021 Porsche Panamera complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Porsche Panamera. Porsche has issued at least 593 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Power Train1
- Unknown Or Other1
Service bulletins by component
- Unknown Or Other (1,137)
- Electrical System (1,112)
- Engine (858)
- Equipment (591)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (371)
- Structure (271)
Read Porsche Panamera owner complaints and bulletins, every year
NHTSA defect investigations covering the 2021 Porsche Panamera
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation lists this model year in one investigation. An investigation is not a recall; it is how NHTSA decides whether one is needed.
What people reported
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Porsche Panamera. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
“To whom it may concern; I am writing you with deep disappointment as I am experiencing dissatisfaction with the quality of car that I leased on December, 06, 2021. Panamera was always my dream car, however, today it is a life threat to me and my family.”
2021 PORSCHE PANAMERAMar 20, 2023
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11512917
“I call to your attention the potential safety issues resulting from manufactories furnishing only one key. the single key fob won't start traveling with no dealer access lost or stolen key fob battery dies etc., etc. Duplicate key fobs are essential Porsche Cars USA is negligent”
2021 PORSCHE PANAMERAApr 15, 2022
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11460848
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