2018 PORSCHE PANAMERA 4 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2018 PORSCHE PANAMERA 4 has 0 complaints and 5 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to electrical system components and safety systems based on recall data.
There are five recalls affecting electrical systems, seat belt anchorage, and service brakes among other components. These recalls address defects that could increase the risk of fire, injury, or crash due to component failure or malfunction.
Recalls- External coolant pump. (NHTSA recall 23V033000) Affects 24,467 vehicles. Humidity may cause an electrical short circuit in the external coolant pump for the climate control system, increasing fire risk. Dealers will replace the pump and inspect or replace the plug-in connection free of charge. Interim owner notifications were mailed March 6, 2023; remedies started July 2023.
- Rear seat belt anchor. (NHTSA recall 23V443000) Affects 37 vehicles. The screw attaching the lower outboard rear seat belt anchor may be improperly tightened, risking detachment during a crash and increased injury risk. Dealers will replace and tighten the anchor screws free of charge. Owner notifications expected August 24, 2023.
- Control unit soldering. (NHTSA recall 19V180000) Affects 182 vehicles. Incorrect soldering in a control unit may cause intermittent failure of various systems, impairing vehicle driveability and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace affected control units free of charge. The recall began May 17, 2019.
- Brake pad warning. (NHTSA recall 19V115000) Affects 14,110 vehicles. The instrument cluster may not show a visual warning when brake pads are worn, risking loss of control during braking. Dealers will update instrument cluster software free of charge. Recall began April 19, 2019.
- Instrument cluster warning. (NHTSA recall 19V115000) The same as the brake pad warning recall, involving instrument cluster failure to warn for worn brake pads. Software updates will be performed free of charge as part of this recall.
Owners dealing with multiple repairs tied to these recalls or unresolved safety issues may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting a qualified attorney can help clarify potential remedies.
2018 PORSCHE PANAMERA 4 Summary
2018
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
4
Total Recalls
38796
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2018 PORSCHE PANAMERA 4
37 vehicles affected
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE
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.
Risk: An improperly tightened seat belt anchor can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
2018 PORSCHE PANAMERA 4
24467 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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.
2018 PORSCHE PANAMERA 4
182 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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.
Risk: Impaired vehicle driveability can increase the risk of a crash.
2018 PORSCHE PANAMERA 4
14110 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
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."
Risk: 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.
Complaints
No complaints found.