Porsche Panamera recalls

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.

1,111 vehicles · built 19 Jul 2022 to 2 Sep 2025

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

50 vehicles · built 19 Dec 2024 to 22 May 2025

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.

1 vehicle · built 13 Sep 2023 to 23 Oct 2025

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.

3 vehicles · built 21 Jul 2009 to 22 Jun 2016

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.

3 vehicles · built 29 Apr 2014 to 13 Feb 2023

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.

1,531 vehicles · built 21 Jul 2015 to 10 Nov 2021

Improve the engine control system in terms of nitrogen oxide emissions.

Fix: Engine control software will be updated.

8,111 vehicles · built 3 May 2011 to 3 Sep 2015

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.

84 vehicles · built 1 Feb 2021 to 5 May 2021

Emission values may be higher than expected.

Fix: Replace the suction hoses and re-programme vehicle control units.

221 vehicles · built 8 Oct 2016 to 7 Nov 2017

The required display logic of the brake wear indicator is incorrect.

Fix: The instrument cluster must be re-programmed with updated software.

6,250 vehicles · built 13 Apr 2016 to 30 Aug 2019

Possible fault within the air bag control unit.

Fix: Software upgrade to the control unit and replacement if faulty.

1,810 vehicles · built 23 Jun 2015 to 16 Jun 2016

The transmission selector lever plastic sleeve does not have the required durability.

Fix: Replace the plastic sleeve on the selector cable.

11,745 vehicles · built 20 Aug 2008 to 13 Sep 2016

The electric power steering harness could become trapped and damaged.

Fix: Check and replace the electric power steering harness if necessary.

270 vehicles · built 9 Nov 2017 to 6 Mar 2019

Possible short circuits in the heater blower control unit.

Fix: Inspect and where necessary replace the control unit.

4,506 vehicles · built 12 Jul 2009 to 13 Sep 2016

Brake pad wear warning light function is incorrect.

Fix: Update software of instrument cluster.

2,511 vehicles · built 21 Mar 2016 to 15 Nov 2018

Electric power steering may be unavailable.

Fix: Re-programme power steering control unit with software upgrade.

2,521 vehicles · built 21 Mar 2016 to 6 Dec 2018

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.

4 vehicles · built 27 Feb 2018 to 22 Mar 2018

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.

109 vehicles · built 15 Aug 2016 to 9 Mar 2017

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

112 vehicles · built 17 Mar 2011 to 7 May 2012

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.

19 vehicles

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.

54 vehicles

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.

348 vehicles