Porsche Panamera reliability
The Porsche Panamera fails its MOT less often than most cars 6 to 10 years old: 12.4% of 3,491 tests failed in 2023, against 24.4% on average.
24 DVSA recalls for the Porsche Panamera
Most cover a batch of cars built in a set period, and dealers fix them free. Sweep’s check shows the recalls for a car’s age and whether the DVSA has one outstanding.
ASA8 Recall campaign - Re-coding airbag control unit
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.
Fix: Re-code the airbag control unit.
Recalled models: PANAMERA · 1,111 vehicles
ASA6 - Check the air suspension strut on the front axle and rework if necessary
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.
Fix: The locking ring on the air-spring strut at the front left and right must be checked and reworked depending on the test result
Recalled models: PANAMERA · 50 vehicles
ARC0 Recall campaign - Re-program DME control unit
The software version of the engine control unit does not correspond to the software version that should be on the vehicle.
Fix: Review the software version of the engine control unit and if necessary update it to the correct software version.
Recalled models: Panamera 4S · 20 vehicles
ARC4 Stop Use & Safety Recall - Wheel attachment with central locking
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.
Fix: Check the correct functioning of the central lock wheel fastening system and replace if necessary.
Recalled models: PANAMERA · 1 vehicles
ARA1 Replacing front right wheel carrier
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.
Fix: To prevent any possible danger resulting from this the front right wheel carrier must be replaced.
Recalled models: PANAMERA · 3 vehicles
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.
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.
Fix: The screw connection of the seat belt mount to the rear left and/or right seat must be replaced.
Recalled models: PANAMERA · 3 vehicles
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.
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.
Fix: Replace the additional pump with a variant with an optimized sealing concept.
Recalled models: PANAMERA · 1,531 vehicles
Improve the engine control system in terms of nitrogen oxide emissions
Improve the engine control system in terms of nitrogen oxide emissions.
Fix: Engine control software will be updated.
Recalled models: PANAMERA · 8,111 vehicles
The lower trailing arms on the right front axle may not meet specifications
There is a possibility that the right front lower trailing arms do not meet the required specifications.
Fix: The lower trailing arm on the right front axle must be replaced on the affected vehicles.
Recalled models: PANAMERA · 84 vehicles
Emission values may be higher on affected vehicles with high mileage
Emission values may be higher than expected.
Fix: Replace the suction hoses and re-programme vehicle control units.
Recalled models: PANAMERA · 221 vehicles
Due to faulty software the display logic of the brake wear indicator is not fulfilled sufficiently
The required display logic of the brake wear indicator is incorrect.
Fix: The instrument cluster must be re-programmed with updated software.
Recalled models: PANAMERA · 6,250 vehicles
Air bag control unit may have been installed with a faulty capacitor
Possible fault within the air bag control unit.
Fix: Software upgrade to the control unit and replacement if faulty.
Recalled models: PANAMERA · 1,810 vehicles
The selector lever cable plastic sleeve does not have the required durability and may break
The transmission selector lever plastic sleeve does not have the required durability.
Fix: Replace the plastic sleeve on the selector cable.
Recalled models: PANAMERA · 11,745 vehicles
Electrical power steering wire could become trapped between the cross beam and underfloor cover
The electric power steering harness could become trapped and damaged.
Fix: Check and replace the electric power steering harness if necessary.
Recalled models: PANAMERA · 270 vehicles
Potential malfunction of the a/c blower control unit
Possible short circuits in the heater blower control unit.
Fix: Inspect and where necessary replace the control unit.
Recalled models: PANAMERA · 4,506 vehicles
Missing assignment within the software of the instrument cluster
Brake pad wear warning light function is incorrect.
Fix: Update software of instrument cluster.
Recalled models: PANAMERA · 2,511 vehicles
Electric power steering may sporadically be unavailable for a limited period of time
Electric power steering may be unavailable.
Fix: Re-programme power steering control unit with software upgrade.
Recalled models: PANAMERA · 2,521 vehicles
Connecting links on the rear axle anti roll bar
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.
Fix: Replacement of the links on the anti roll bar.
Recalled models: PANAMERA G2 · 197 vehicles
Accelerator pedal may be installed incorrectly
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.
Fix: 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.
Recalled models: PANAMERA · 4 vehicles
Particle filter bracket may detach
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.
Fix: Affected vehicles will be recalled so the clamp can be checked. Where necessary relevant components will be replaced.
Recalled models: PANAMERA · 109 vehicles
Fuel may leak - possibility of fire
Fuel may leak from the injector fuel rails. Occupants may notice a smell and though small there is a risk of fire.
Fix: Replace injector fuel rails
Recalled models: PANAMERA · 112 vehicles
Fuel may leak
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.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to tighten the low fuel pressure sensor to the correct torque.
Recalled models: PANAMERA · 19 vehicles
Fire may occur
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.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the turbo chargers.
Recalled models: PANAMERA · 54 vehicles
Front seat belt mount may become detached
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.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit an additional locking element to the affected seat belt mountings.
Recalled models: PANAMERA · 348 vehicles
Checking a Porsche Panamera before you buy
Look at the parts above at the viewing, and read the car’s own MOT history: advisories for the same parts suggest the problem is already starting. Sweep’s free check shows every MOT, advisory and mileage reading for a registration.