2011 PORSCHE PANAMERA 4S Complaints and Recall Information
The 2011 PORSCHE PANAMERA 4S has 0 complaints and 6 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to vehicle safety systems and drivetrain components as reflected in the recall data. There are no direct owner complaints recorded for this model year.
There are six recalls affecting various systems including lighting, transmission, electrical components, and engine parts. These recalls address potential safety risks such as improper headlight adjustment, transmission shifting errors, electrical shorts, and engine stalls.
Recalls- Exterior Lighting. Recall 22V656000 affects 222,858 vehicles. The caps covering the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which may cause improper headlight alignment and increase crash risk due to poor visibility or glare. Dealers will install missing caps free of charge.
- Transmission Gear Position. Recall 19V446000 involves 99,665 vehicles. A degraded bushing on the gear selector lever could detach allowing key removal without the transmission in Park, potentially causing unexpected vehicle movement. Dealers will replace the bushing at no cost. Owners should use the parking brake until repaired.
- Electrical System. Recall 19V322000 covers 33,206 vehicles. Water ingress can cause an electrical short in the A/C blower control unit, raising fire risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the unit as needed free of charge. Parking outdoors is recommended until the fix is done.
- Engine Camshaft Controller. Recall 17V368000 affects 18,005 vehicles. Camshaft controllers may come loose inside the engine, resulting in stalls that could increase crash risk. Dealers will replace camshaft adjuster screws free of charge when the remedy is available.
- Additional Recalls Included. Other recalls address related systems across similar Porsche models but share measures including inspections and free repairs to eliminate safety hazards.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs for these recall issues or those concerned about unresolved safety defects may have rights under state lemon laws. Consulting an attorney specialized in consumer protection and lemon law can help clarify available options.
2011 PORSCHE PANAMERA 4S Summary
2011
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
4
Total Recalls
373734
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2011 PORSCHE PANAMERA 4S
222858 vehicles affected
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
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."
Risk: Improperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.
2011 PORSCHE PANAMERA 4S
33206 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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.
Risk: An electrical short increases the risk of fire.
2011 PORSCHE PANAMERA 4S
99665 vehicles affected
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
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.
Risk: 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.
2011 PORSCHE PANAMERA 4S
18005 vehicles affected
ENGINE
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.
Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.