Porsche Panamera recalls
46 official safety recalls for the Porsche Panamera from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.
Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:
- United States: nhtsa.gov/recalls
- United Kingdom: check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk
Rearview camera image may not display in reverse
The rearview camera image may not appear when reverse is selected, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the driver assistance software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
- Defect
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019-2025 Cayenne, Cayenne E-Hybrid, 2020-2025 911, Taycan, 2024-2025 Panamera, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence
- A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the driver assistance software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASB2. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 19, 2026.
Incorrect sensor wiring may delay side airbag deployment
Incorrectly assigned crash sensor wiring in the door trim may delay side airbag deployment in some crashes. The airbag control unit will be recoded.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ASA8 Recall campaign - Re-coding airbag control unit
- Defect
- On affected vehicles the cabling for the crash sensors in the door trim panel was incorrectly assigned which can delay the side airbag trigger in certain crash situations.
- Remedy
- Re-code the airbag control unit.
Fuel pump fasteners may loosen and cause a leak
Improperly tightened high-pressure fuel pump fasteners may cause a fuel leak. A leak near an ignition source increases fire risk. Dealers will inspect and tighten the connections and replace the pump and fuel lines as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Defect
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Panamera, Cayenne, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid vehicles. The fasteners securing the high pressure fuel pump may not be tightened properly, resulting in a fuel leak.
- Consequence
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and tighten the screw connections and replace the high pressure fuel pump and fuel lines as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2025. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASA9. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 10, 2025.
Suspension strut retaining ring may come loose
A retaining ring on top of the suspension strut may come loose, dislodging the strut and allowing air to escape from its spring. This may reduce vehicle handling and control, increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and reinstall the ring as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT
- Defect
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2025 Panamera E-hybrid, Taycan, and Panamera vehicles. A retaining ring on top of the suspension strut may come loose, resulting in a dislodged strut and air loss from the strut spring.
- Consequence
- An air suspension strut failure may cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the retaining ring and reinstall it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASA6.
Front air-spring locking ring may loosen
A front air-spring strut locking ring may be incorrectly fitted and loosen, allowing air to escape. This can impair driving and increase accident risk. The rings will be checked and reworked as needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ASA6 - Check the air suspension strut on the front axle and rework if necessary
- Defect
- There is a possibility that a locking ring on the air-spring strut at the front left and right was not fitted according to specifications on the affected vehicles. If this is the case the locking ring on the upper side of the respective spring strut can loosen and air can thus escape from the air spring. As a result the driving characteristics may be impaired which increases the risk of an accident.
- Remedy
- The locking ring on the air-spring strut at the front left and right must be checked and reworked depending on the test result
Engine control unit may have incorrect software
The engine control unit may have the wrong software version. Its software will be checked and updated to the correct version if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ARC0 Recall campaign - Re-program DME control unit
- Defect
- The software version of the engine control unit does not correspond to the software version that should be on the vehicle.
- Remedy
- Review the software version of the engine control unit and if necessary update it to the correct software version.
Central-lock wheel fastening may fail
The central-lock wheel fastening may be damaged or break, potentially detaching a wheel. The system will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ARC4 Stop Use & Safety Recall - Wheel attachment with central locking
- Defect
- On affected vehicles the wheel attachments using the central lock may not meet the required specifications. This can lead to damage / breakage and the possibility of wheel detachment.
- Remedy
- Check the correct functioning of the central lock wheel fastening system and replace if necessary.
Front right wheel carrier may not meet specifications
The front right wheel carrier may not meet the required specifications. It will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ARA1 Replacing front right wheel carrier
- Defect
- There is a possibility that a wheel carrier that does not meet the required specifications was installed on the right front axle of the affected vehicles during repairs at the Porsche Centre due to a temporary production error.
- Remedy
- To prevent any possible danger resulting from this the front right wheel carrier must be replaced.
Charging cable or outlet may overheat
When using the 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home outlets may not handle the required current, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat and increasing fire risk. Do not use the 220V/240V portable cable; use the 110V cable or public charging stations. Dealers will provide a replacement 220V/240V cable with a temperature sensor free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ONBOARD
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rear seat belt mount connection may be incorrect
A rear seat belt mount connection may not meet specifications. The connection will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- On the affected vehicles it is possible that the screw connection of the seat belt mount to the rear left and/or right seat was not carried out in accordance with the specifications.
- Defect
- On the affected vehicles it is possible that the screw connection of the seat belt mount to the rear left and/or right seat was not carried out in accordance with the specifications.
- Remedy
- The screw connection of the seat belt mount to the rear left and/or right seat must be replaced.
Rear seat belt anchor screw may be loose
A lower rear seat belt anchor screw may not be tightened properly and could detach in a crash, increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace and tighten the anchor screws free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE
- Defect
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Macan S, 2017-2020 Macan, 2017 Panamera Turbo, 2018 and 2020 Macan Turbo and Panamera 4, 2018 Macan Sport Edition, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, and 2019 Panamera 4 Sport Turismo vehicles. The screw that attaches the lower seat belt anchor to the seat frame on the outboard rear seats may not have been tightened properly.
- Consequence
- An improperly tightened seat belt anchor can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace and tighten the lower rear outboard seat belt anchor screws, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 24, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA9.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Climate control auxiliary pump may cause a fire
Moisture may enter the auxiliary pump control unit, causing malfunctions or a short circuit that could lead to a smouldering fire, including after the vehicle is parked. The auxiliary pump will be replaced with a version with improved sealing.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- On affected vehicles there is a possibility of humidity ingress into the control unit for the auxiliary pump of the climate control system. This can cause malfunctions which can lead to short circuits and a risk of smouldering fire. Activation of the AUTO-REST button can lead to fire damage even after the vehicle has been parked.
- Defect
- On affected vehicles there is a possibility of humidity ingress into the control unit for the auxiliary pump of the climate control system. This can cause malfunctions which can lead to short circuits and a risk of smouldering fire. Activation of the AUTO-REST button can lead to fire damage even after the vehicle has been parked.
- Remedy
- Replace the additional pump with a variant with an optimized sealing concept.
Coolant pump may short circuit
Humidity may enter the climate control system's external coolant pump and cause an electrical short circuit, increasing the risk of fire. Dealers will replace the pump and inspect and replace the plug-in connection if necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Headlight adjustment screw caps may be missing
Missing caps on the low-beam headlight adjustment screws may allow improper adjustment. The lights may not illuminate the road properly or may glare oncoming drivers, increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and install missing caps free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Defect
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2020 Porsche Macan, Cayenne, Panamera, and Cayman S, 2001-2004 Boxster, Boxster S, 2004 Boxster 50 JAHRE SPYDER 550 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all affected models and model years. The caps that cover the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which can allow the headlights to be improperly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Consequence
- Improperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the headlights for sealing caps and install missing caps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANB4.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Engine control system needs emissions software update
The engine control system software will be updated to improve nitrogen oxide emissions.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- IMPROVE THE ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM IN TERMS OF NITROGEN OXIDE EMISSIONS
- Defect
- Improve the engine control system in terms of nitrogen oxide emissions.
- Remedy
- Engine control software will be updated.
Seat belt retractors may deactivate early
The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, preventing a child restraint from securing properly and increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will inspect the seat belt assemblies and replace them if necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
- Defect
- 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."
- Consequence
- An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Right front lower trailing arm may be out of specification
The right front lower trailing arm may not meet specifications. It will be replaced on affected vehicles.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE LOWER TRAILING ARMS ON THE RIGHT FRONT AXLE MAY NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
- Defect
- There is a possibility that the right front lower trailing arms do not meet the required specifications.
- Remedy
- The lower trailing arm on the right front axle must be replaced on the affected vehicles.
Front lower trailing arms may break
Front lower trailing arms that were not forged correctly may break, causing loss of vehicle control and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the arms free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SUSPENSION:FRONT
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- A broken front lower trailing arm may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Emissions may be higher than expected
Emissions may be higher than expected. The suction hoses will be replaced and the vehicle control units reprogrammed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- EMISSION VALUES MAY BE HIGHER ON AFFECTED VEHICLES WITH HIGH MILEAGE
- Defect
- Emission values may be higher than expected.
- Remedy
- Replace the suction hoses and re-programme vehicle control units.
Brake wear indicator display logic may be incorrect
The brake wear indicator may not display correctly. Dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster with updated software.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- DUE TO FAULTY SOFTWARE THE DISPLAY LOGIC OF THE BRAKE WEAR INDICATOR IS NOT FULFILLED SUFFICIENTLY
- Defect
- The required display logic of the brake wear indicator is incorrect.
- Remedy
- The instrument cluster must be re-programmed with updated software.
Instrument cluster may not warn of worn brake pads
The instrument cluster may not show a warning when brake pads are worn. The vehicle may not respond as expected when braking, increasing crash risk. Dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES
- Defect
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017 Panamera 4, Panamera Turbo, Panamera Turbo Executive, 2017-2018 Panamera, Panamera 4S Executive, Panamera 4S, 2018 Panamera Turbo S Hybrid, Panamera 4 Hybrid Sport Turismo, Panamera 4 Sport Turismo, Panamera Turbo S Hybrid Sport Turismo, Panamera 4 Hybrid, Panamera 4 Executive, 2019 Cayenne Hybrid, 2019-2020 Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, 2020 Cayenne Coupe, Cayenne Turbo Coupe, and Cayenne S Coupe vehicles. The instrument cluster may not provide a visual warning when the brake pads are worn out. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light vehicle brake systems."
- Consequence
- If the driver is not alerted when brake pads are worn out, the vehicle may not respond as expected when braking, increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy
- Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall is began December 13, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKB8. Note: This recall supersedes recall 19V115 and includes vehicles that were previously remedied under that campaign.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Airbag control unit may have a faulty capacitor
A possible fault in the airbag control unit may affect its operation. The unit will receive a software upgrade and be replaced if faulty.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- AIR BAG CONTROL UNIT MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED WITH A FAULTY CAPACITOR
- Defect
- Possible fault within the air bag control unit.
- Remedy
- Software upgrade to the control unit and replacement if faulty.
Transmission selector cable sleeve may break
The transmission selector lever plastic sleeve may not be durable enough and could break. The sleeve on the selector cable will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE SELECTOR LEVER CABLE PLASTIC SLEEVE DOES NOT HAVE THE REQUIRED DURABILITY AND MAY BREAK
- Defect
- The transmission selector lever plastic sleeve does not have the required durability.
- Remedy
- Replace the plastic sleeve on the selector cable.
Air bag control unit may disable or deploy bags unexpectedly
A defective power supply capacitor in the air bag control unit may deactivate the air bags or cause them to deploy unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury or a crash. Dealers will install new software and replace the unit as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
- Defect
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016-2017 911 and Boxster, 2016 Cayman and Panamera vehicles. The air bag Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have a defective power supply capacitor that can result in air bag deactivation or inadvertent deployment of the air bags.
- Consequence
- Deactivated air bags increase the risk of injury. Inadvertent deployment of the air bags increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will install new software and replace the air bag ECU as necessary, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 13, 2019. Owners received a second notice and the recall began February 12, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKB4.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Power steering wiring harness may be damaged
The electric power steering harness could become trapped and damaged. It will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ELECTRICAL POWER STEERING WIRE COULD BECOME TRAPPED BETWEEN THE CROSS BEAM AND UNDERFLOOR COVER
- Defect
- The electric power steering harness could become trapped and damaged.
- Remedy
- Check and replace the electric power steering harness if necessary.
Shift cable bushing may detach
The bushing connecting the gear selector to the gearbox may degrade and detach. The lever may indicate Park when the transmission is not in Park, allowing the vehicle to roll if the parking brake is not applied. Dealers will replace the bushing free of charge; use the parking brake until repaired.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
- Defect
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, 2004-2010 Cayenne, 2006 Cayenne Turbo S, 2010-2016 Panamera S, Panamera 4 S, Panamera Turbo, 2011-2016 Panamera, Panamera 4, 2012-2013 Panamera Turbo S, 2013-2016 Panamera 4 GTS, 2014-2016 Panamera 4 S Executive, Panamera Turbo Executive, Panamera Turbo S G1 II, Panamera Turbo S Executive, 2013 Panamera 4 Platinum Edition, Panamera Platinum Edition, 2016 Panamera 4 Edition, Panamera Edition, Panamera Turbo S Executive Luxury Sports vehicles. The bushing that attaches the gear selector lever to the gearbox may degrade over time, causing the bushing to detach. This condition could allow the driver to move the shift lever to Park and remove the ignition key, while the transmission may not be in Park, with no warning message or audible chime.
- Consequence
- If the vehicle is exited without the transmission being in Park and without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter cable bushing, free of charge. Owners are instructed to use the parking brake until their vehicle is repaired. The recall began August 9, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKB1.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
A/C blower control unit may short circuit
The heater blower control unit may short circuit. It will be inspected and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- POTENTIAL MALFUNCTION OF THE A/C BLOWER CONTROL UNIT
- Defect
- Possible short circuits in the heater blower control unit.
- Remedy
- Inspect and where necessary replace the control unit.
Water may cause an A/C blower control unit short
Water may enter the A/C blower control unit and cause an electrical short, increasing fire risk. Dealers will inspect the unit and replace it as needed free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Defect
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2010-2016 Panamera 4S and Panamera S, 2011-2016 Panamera, Panamera 4 and Panamera Turbo, 2012-2016 Panamera Turbo S and Panamera S E-Hybrid, 2013-2016 Panamera GTS, 2013 Panamera Platinum Edition and Panamera 4 Platinum Edition, 2014-2016 Panamera 4S Executive, Panamera Turbo Executive and Panamera Turbo S Executive, 2015 Panamera Diesel and 2016 Panamera 4 Edition, Panamera Edition and Panamera Turbo S Exclusive Series vehicles. Water may enter the A/C blower control unit, causing an electrical short circuit.
- Consequence
- An electrical short increases the risk of fire.
- Remedy
- Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the blower control unit, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 10, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA7. Note: Porsche recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Brake pad wear warning light may not work correctly
The brake pad wear warning light function is incorrect. The instrument cluster software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- MISSING ASSIGNMENT WITHIN THE SOFTWARE OF THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
- Defect
- Brake pad wear warning light function is incorrect.
- Remedy
- Update software of instrument cluster.
Incorrect soldering may affect vehicle systems
Incorrectly soldered control units may cause various systems to fail intermittently and affect vehicle driveability, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the affected control units free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Defect
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc is recalling certain 2018 Panamera, Panamera 4, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid Executive, Panamera 4 E- Hybrid Sport Turismo, Panamera 4S, Panamera Turbo, Panamera Turbo Executive, Panamera 4 Sport Turismo, Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo, vehicles. Incorrect soldering of a control unit may result in the intermittent failure of various systems, possible affecting vehicle driveability.
- Consequence
- Impaired vehicle driveability can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Porsche Cars North America will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected control units, free of charge. The recall began May 17, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA5.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Instrument cluster may not warn of worn brake pads
The instrument cluster may not display a warning when the brake pads are worn out. Without the warning, a driver may lose control while braking, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the instrument cluster software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES
- Defect
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2018 Panamera 4 Executive, Panamera 4S Sport Turismo, Panamera 4 Hybrid, Panamera 4 Hybrid Executive, Panamera 4 Hybrid Sport Turismo, Panamera Turbo Sport Turismo, Panamera Turbo S Hybrid Executive, Panamera Turbo S Hybrid, Panamera 4 Sport Turismo and Panamera Turbo S Hybrid Sport Turismo vehicles, 2017-2018 Panamera, Panamera 4, Panamera Turbo Executive, Panamera 4S, Panamera Turbo and Panamera 4S Executive vehicles and 2019 Cayenne S and Cayenne vehicles. The instrument cluster may not provide a visual warning when the brake pads are worn out. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light vehicle brake systems."
- Consequence
- If the driver is not alerted when brake pads are worn out, the driver may lose control of the vehicle while attempting to brake, increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy
- Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall began April 19, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA1/AKA0.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Electric power steering may become unavailable
Electric power steering may be unavailable for a limited time. The power steering control unit will be reprogrammed with a software upgrade.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ELECTRIC POWER STEERING MAY SPORADICALLY BE UNAVAILABLE FOR A LIMITED PERIOD OF TIME
- Defect
- Electric power steering may be unavailable.
- Remedy
- Re-programme power steering control unit with software upgrade.
Power steering assist may be lost intermittently
A software failure may cause intermittent loss of electric power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will reprogram the power steering control unit, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
- Defect
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Porsche Panamera, Panamera 4, Panamera 4S, Panamera Turbo, Panamera 4S Executive, Panamera Turbo Executive, 2018 Panamera 4 Executive, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid Executive, Panamera S E-Hybrid Executive, Panamera 4 Sport Turismo, Panamera 4S Sport Turismo, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid Sport Turismo, Panamera Turbo Sport Turismo, and Panamera Turbo S Sport Turismo vehicles. A software failure may result in an intermittent loss of electric power steering assist.
- Consequence
- An intermittent loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the power steering control unit, free of charge. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ13.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Front brake lines may corrode
The front axle brake lines may corrode internally over time, reducing braking performance and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the brake line and any damaged brake components free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Defect
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo S Hybrid Executive, Panamera 4 Hybrid, Panamera Turbo S Hybrid, Panamera 4 Hybrid Executive, Panamera 4 Hybrid Sport Turismo, and Panamera Turbo S Hybrid Sport Turismo vehicles. The brake lines installed on the front axle may corrode over time. Corrosion inside the line may affect the front braking performance.
- Consequence
- Braking ability that is reduced due to a corroded brake line can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake line, and any damaged brake components, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ11.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Rear anti-roll bar links may detach
The rear anti-roll bar links may detach, potentially damaging nearby suspension parts and affecting handling, which can increase crash risk. Dealers will replace the links free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SUSPENSION:REAR
- Defect
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Panamera 4S, Panamera Turbo and Panamera Turbo Executive and 2018 Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid, Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Executive, Panamera 4S Sport Turismo, Panamera Turbo Sport Turismo, Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo, and Panamera 4S Executive vehicles. The connecting links may detach from the rear-axle anti-roll bar potentially damaging the surrounding suspension parts and affecting the vehicle's handling.
- Consequence
- An unexpected change to the vehicle's handling can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connecting links for the anti-roll bar, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ06.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Rear anti-roll bar links may fail
The rear anti-roll bar links may not last for the vehicle's lifetime, causing noise, a yellow warning light and reduced function, with greater understeer and body roll. The links will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- CONNECTING LINKS ON THE REAR AXLE ANTI ROLL BAR
- Defect
- The connecting links on the rear axle anti roll bar cannot be ensured over the life of the vehicle. This may lead to noise and an activated yellow warning light. This may impair the function which is characterised by greater understeer and increased roll behaviour.
- Remedy
- Replacement of the links on the anti roll bar.
Accelerator pedal plug may come loose
The accelerator pedal's electrical plug may not be secured correctly and could loosen, causing loss of throttle response. The vehicle may slow to walking pace and move only at idle power. A dealership will check and confirm the plug is locked correctly.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY BE INSTALLED INCORRECTLY
- Defect
- On affected vehicles there is the possibility the electric plug connection of the accelerator pedal module is not secured correctly due to an assembly error. The assembly error could potentially lead to a loosening of the contact of the electric plug connection of the accelerator pedal and as a result throttle response may no longer be available. If this happens while driving the vehicle will decelerate to a walking pace and it can only be moved with the engine power available at idle speed.
- Remedy
- To prevent this from occuring correct locking of the electric plug connection of the accelerator pedal has to be checked and confirmed by a Porsche dealership.
Particle filter clamp may allow the filter to detach
The clamp may not be fully closed, allowing the particle filter to detach from the exhaust pipe. Exhaust gas may leak and rattling or an exhaust smell may occur. The clamp will be checked and components replaced if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- PARTICLE FILTER BRACKET MAY DETACH
- Defect
- There is a possibility the clamp between the particle filter and the front exhaust pipe is not closed fully due to an unfavourable tolerance pairing.The particle filter could become detached from the exhaust pipe when travelling over bumps for example. This can then cause exhaust gas to leak out and rattling noises. If this happens the customer will notice an exhaust smell and the pre-mentioned noise.
- Remedy
- Affected vehicles will be recalled so the clamp can be checked. Where necessary relevant components will be replaced.
Camshaft controller fasteners may come loose
Camshaft controllers may come loose inside the engine and cause it to stall, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the camshaft adjuster fastening screws free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ENGINE
- Defect
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2010-2012 Panamera S, Panamera 4S and Panamera Turbo vehicles, 2011-2012 Panamera and Panamera 4 vehicles, and 2011 Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo vehicles. The affected vehicles have camshaft controllers that may come loose inside the engine, potentially resulting in an engine stall.
- Consequence
- An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fastening screws for the camshaft adjusters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2018. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy is available. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AH08.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Fuel injector rails may leak
Fuel may leak from the injector rails. A fuel smell may be noticed, and there is a risk of fire. The injector fuel rails will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- FUEL MAY LEAK - POSSIBILITY OF FIRE
- Defect
- Fuel may leak from the injector fuel rails. Occupants may notice a smell and though small there is a risk of fire.
- Remedy
- Replace injector fuel rails
Fuel injection system may leak
The fuel injection system may leak, and fuel near an ignition source can cause a fire. Dealers will replace the fuel rails free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
- Defect
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Cayenne S Hybrid, and 2012 Panamera S Hybrid vehicles manufactured April 26, 2011, to August 2, 2012. The fuel injection system may leak.
- Consequence
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increasea the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rails, free of charge. The recall began on April 17, 2015. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Loose fuel pressure sensor may cause a fuel leak
The low-pressure fuel sensor may loosen over time and leak fuel in the engine compartment. It will be tightened to the correct torque.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- FUEL MAY LEAK
- Defect
- The low fuel pressure sensor may not be fully tight. Over the life of the car the sensor may loosen allowing fuel to leak in the engine compartment.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to tighten the low fuel pressure sensor to the correct torque.
Turbochargers may fail and cause a fire
Turbochargers that do not meet the required standard may fail, causing rough running and loss of power, with a possibility of fire. The turbochargers will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- FIRE MAY OCCUR
- Defect
- The turbo chargers fitted to the affected vehicles may not be manufactured to the required standard. The result of one or both of the turbo chargers failing is rough running and lack of power. In the worst case scenario there is a possibility that fire could occur.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the turbo chargers.
Turbocharger turbine wheel may fracture
A casting defect may cause a turbocharger turbine wheel to fracture, reducing performance and potentially breaking the turbine shaft. If the shaft breaks, oil may enter the exhaust system, causing smoke and increasing fire risk. Dealers will replace the turbine wheels, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
- Defect
- PORSCHE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 PANAMERA TURBO, 2012 PANAMERA TURBO S, AND 2012 CAYENNE TURBO VEHICLES. THE TURBINE WHEEL OF A TURBOCHARGER MAY FRACTURE DUE TO A CASTING DEFECT. IF A FRACTURE OCCURS, VEHICLE PERFORMANCE WILL BE DECREASED AND THE TURBINE SHAFT MAY FRACTURE.
- Consequence
- IF THE SHAFT FRACTURES, OIL MAY BE DRAWN INTO THE EXHAUST SYSTEM, RESULTING IN SMOKE AND THE INCREASED RISK OF A FIRE.
- Remedy
- PORSCHE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TURBINE WHEELS, FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 31, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-767-7243.
- Notes
- PORSCHE'S SAFETY RECALL NUMBER IS AC04.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Front seat belt mount may detach
The front seat position may affect the security of the seat belt mounting. In a collision, the belt may detach from the seat. An additional locking element will be fitted to affected mountings.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- FRONT SEAT BELT MOUNT MAY BECOME DETACHED
- Defect
- It is possible that the position of the front seat could affect the security front seat belt mounting. In the worst case the seat belt may become detached from the seat during a collision.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit an additional locking element to the affected seat belt mountings.
Front seat belt mount may detach
The front seat belt mount’s locking mechanism may fail, allowing the mount to detach from its anchor when the belt is fastened or opened. In a crash, the belt may not protect the occupant adequately. Dealers will install an additional locking element on both front seat belt anchors free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
- Defect
- PORSCHE HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA OF A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 PANAMERA S, 4S AND TURBO 4-DOOR SEDAN. IF THE FRONT SEATS ARE ADJUSTED TOWARDS AN EXTREME POSITION, RESULTING IN UNFAVORABLE TOLERANCE OF THE MATING COMPONENTS, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE FUNCTION OF THE LOCKING MECHANISM OF THE SEAT BELT MOUNT CAN NO LONGER BE GUARANTEED. THE SEAT BELT MOUNT COULD DETACH FROM THE ANCHORING SYSTEM WHEN THE SEAT BELT IS FASTENED OR OPENED.
- Consequence
- IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT BELT MAY NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION FOR THE SEAT OCCUPANT, WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL HAVE AN ADDITIONAL LOCKING ELEMENT INSTALLED ON THE SEAT BELT ANCHORING SYSTEM FOR BOTH FRONT SEATS. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 30, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039.
- Notes
- PORSCHE RECALL NO. AA01.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.