2013 PORSCHE PANAMERA GTS Complaints and Recall Information
The 2013 PORSCHE PANAMERA GTS has 0 complaints and 5 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report defects related to lighting, transmission gear position indication, and electrical system vulnerabilities based on recall data. There are no registered complaints for this model.
The vehicle is subject to five recalls addressing various components including exterior lighting, transmission gear positioning, and electrical systems. These recalls affect critical safety and operational systems.
Recalls- Exterior lighting. NHTSA recall 22V656000 affects 222,858 vehicles. Missing caps covering the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws allow improper headlight adjustments, risking poor road illumination or glare for oncoming traffic. Dealers will inspect and install missing caps free of charge.
- Gear position indication. NHTSA recall 19V446000 affects 99,665 vehicles. The bushing attaching the gear selector lever to the gearbox may degrade and detach, allowing the driver to remove the key without the transmission in Park, which could cause unexpected vehicle movement. Dealers will replace the shifter cable bushing free of charge. Owners should use the parking brake until repaired.
- Electrical system. NHTSA recall 19V322000 affects 33,206 vehicles. Water intrusion into the A/C blower control unit causes electrical short circuits, increasing the risk of fire. Dealers will inspect and replace the blower control unit as needed at no cost. Porsche advises parking outdoors until repair.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs, ongoing safety defects, or unresolved recall issues may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting with a consumer protection attorney specializing in lemon law is recommended to understand possible remedies.
2013 PORSCHE PANAMERA GTS Summary
2013
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
3
Total Recalls
355729
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2013 PORSCHE PANAMERA GTS
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.
2013 PORSCHE PANAMERA GTS
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.
2013 PORSCHE PANAMERA GTS
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.
Complaints
No complaints found.