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Common Porsche Panamera 4 problems
The Porsche Panamera, a luxury sedan with a front-engine layout, has been a popular choice for many car enthusiasts since its introduction in 2009. However, like any other vehicle, it has its share of common problems that owners have reported over the years.
One of the most common problems reported is related to the rear spoiler of the first generation Panamera, known as the 970 G1. The rear spoiler is known to have issues, particularly in the earlier models, and is often considered one of the most hated items in the car.
Another common problem reported by owners is related to the Panamera's water pump. The water pump in the Panamera has been known to fail, causing problems with the car's cooling system. This issue is more prevalent in the first generation Panamera, and it's recommended to check the water pump's condition when purchasing a used Panamera.
The Panamera's coolant system is also prone to leaks, causing the car to overheat if not addressed promptly. This issue is more prevalent in the earlier models and is often caused by a faulty coolant hose or a leaking coolant reservoir.
The Panamera's PDK transmission is another area where problems have been reported. The PDK transmission can fail, causing rough shifts, slipping gears, or the car to go into limp mode. A new PDK transmission can cost upwards of $10,000, making it a costly repair. It's recommended to have the transmission checked by a qualified mechanic when purchasing a used Panamera.
The Panamera's PCM (Porsche Communication Management) system has also been known to have issues. The PCM unit can restart every 2-3 minutes, load in the wrong language, or turn on and off randomly. These issues are often caused by a software malfunction or a faulty PCM unit.
In addition to these issues, the Panamera's engine can also suffer from oil leaks, particularly in the earlier models. This issue is often caused by a faulty oil filter housing gasket or a leaking oil cooler.
Overall, the Porsche Panamera is a luxury sedan that offers a blend of performance and comfort. However, like any other vehicle, it has its share of common problems that owners should be aware of when purchasing a used Panamera. It's recommended to have the car inspected by a qualified mechanic and to check for any recalls or known issues before making a purchase.
What is the most common problem with Porsche Panamera?
A list of some of the most common issues Panamera owners have to deal with.
- PCM Constantly Reboots. ...
- Blinding Dashboard Glare. ...
- Porsche Coolant Leaks.
What's the best year Porsche Panamera to buy?
Buy: 2014-2016 Porsche Panamera
The 2014, 2015, and 2016 years are facelift models; the general consensus is that they're better than pre-facelift models. The 2014 Porsche Panamera has generally received positive reviews for its reliability. CarComplaints documented only 18 complaints and three recalls for this model.
Is a Porsche Panamera expensive to maintain?
Yes, Porsches are expensive to maintain compared to most automakers' vehicles. Estimates from RepairPal show maintaining a Porsche costs an average of about 83% more than the industry average.
Is the Panamera a good car to buy?
In our tests we found the Panamera enjoyable to drive, with excellent handling and cornering grip. The ride was a bit on the firm side for a luxury car, though. For 2021, new turbocharged V6 and V8 engines provide plenty of motivation. Three hybrid powertrains with varying degrees of power are offered.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Porsche Panamera 4 years
We have researched Porsche problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Porsche Panamera 4 cars and compiled the top 1 most problematic Porsche Panamera 4 model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Porsche Panamera 4 model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Porsche Panamera 4 years
We've also compiled a chart for you with the number of complaints about Volkswagen Jetta cars of certain model years:
Porsche Panamera 4 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Porsche Panamera 4 , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Power train problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Service brakes problems
- Unknown or other problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Porsche Panamera 4 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Panamera 4 model years
A total of 1 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Panamera 4 model years
There were a total of 2 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 2 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Porsche Panamera 4 . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Porsche Panamera 4 vehicles.
List of Porsche Panamera 4 complaints
Porsche Panamera 4 2011
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-24
- Date Complaint: 2019-06-03
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: WP0AA2A79BL
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: ON 05/24/19 WE WERE DRIVING SLOWLY IN A PAVED HOTEL PARKING LOT. WE ENTERED A PARKING SPACE AT LOW PARKING SPEED. THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITH EXTREMELY HIGH TORQUE & UNCONTROLLED VELOCITY, JUMPED THE CURB, FLEW OVER A HILL, SCRAPED ACROSS A LARGE BOULDER ON THE HILLTOP, AND CONTINUED UNCONTROLLABLY SPEEDING. THE ACCELERATION PROPELLED THE CAR THROUGH VERY ROUGH NATURAL DESERT TERRAIN DENSELY FILLED WITH BUSHES, LARGE CACTUS, BOULDERS AND RUTS. BRAKING HAD LITTLE OR NO EFFECT UNTIL WE SPED ABOUT HALF A FOOTBALL FIELD WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS FINALLY BROUGHT TO A STOP - JUST BEFORE A TREE AHEAD OF US. PICTURES OF THE HOTEL ROAD, PARKING LOT, THE BERM AHEAD OF THE PARKING SPACE THE CAR ACCELERATED OVER, AND THE DAMAGE TO THE CAR AND DESERT ARE SHOWN IN EXHIBIT A. WE SUSTAINED BACK INJURIES, AND WERE FORTUNATE TO WALK AWAY AND OUT OF THE DESERT ALIVE. THE CAR WAS TOWED AND OUR CHUBB INSURER DECLARED THE VEHICLE 'TOTALED' FROM THE DAMAGE IT SUSTAINED. EXACT VEHICLE CAUSE OF THE INCIDENT IS UNKNOWN. WE HAVE A COMPANY THAT HAS INNOVATED, DESIGNED, TESTED AND COMMERCIALIZED ENGINE CONTROLS FOR DECADES. WE BELIEVE THE ACCELERATION WAS LIKELY CAUSED BY A FAULTY CONTROL SYSTEM IN THE VEHICLE. BASED ON OUR KNOWLEDGE, SUCH INCIDENTS, AND THE RELATED POTENTIAL PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INJURY OR DEATH OF OTHERS IN THE FUTURE CAN BE PREVENTED IF PROPER CONTROLS AND EMERGENCY FEATURES ARE IN PLACE. WE TALKED WITH THE MANAGER OF THE COLORADO SPRINGS PORSCHE DEALERSHIP WHERE WE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE FOLLOWING THE INCIDENT. HE INDICATED HE WOULD GET BACK TO US, BUT TO DATE THERE HAS BEEN NO FURTHER FOLLOW UP BY PORSCHE. WE HAVE NOW SUBMITTED AN OFFICIAL CLAIM TO PORSCHE PER THE PROTOCOL REQUIRED IN THE CAR OWNER MANUAL. OTHER ALMOST IDENTICAL INCIDENTS POSTED ON INTERNET ARE COPIED IN EXHIBIT B. *JS
Porsche Panamera 4 2011
- Date Of Incident: 2018-03-15
- Date Complaint: 2018-03-16
- VIN: WP0AA2A78BL
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: 2011 PANAMERA CAMSHAFT RECALL. 5/24/2017 EXPERIENCED ENGINE FAILURE. VEHICLE TOWED TO DEALER. MILEAGE ~80K. DEALER STATES CAMSHAFT BOLTS SHEARED BUT I HAD TO PAY FOR REPAIR 50/50. NO KNOWN RECALLS WERE STATED AT TIME OF REPAIR. AROUND MAY 31, 2017 PORSCHE ACKNOWLEDGED MORE OR LESS THERE MIGHT BE A PROBLEM. HERE IS WHERE THINGS GET 'STICKY': ONCE KNOWLEDGE OF POSSIBLE RECALL, WAS PUBLIC ON JANUARY 12, 2018 LETTER RELEASED AND I RECEIVED. I CONTACTED MY DEALER TO INQUIRE ABOUT RECEIVING THE 'CORRECT' PART RATHER THAN THE REPAIR PARTS I RECEIVED ON 5/24/2017. DEALER STATED PART 'KIT' WAS NOT YET MANUFACTURED. I CALLED PORSCHE WHO STATED PARTS WERE BEING ENGINEERED AND I WOUKD BE NOTIFIED WHEN PARTS WERE AVAILABLE. AROUND MID FEBRUARY 2018 I CALLED DEALER WHO STATED THEY WERE STILL WAITING ON PARTS 'KIT' . FINALLY, MARCH 8, 2018 I CALLED DEALER WHO SAID THEY NOW HAD THE SPECIAL 'PARTS' KIT FOR MY CAR. I TOOK MY CAR TO DEALER MARCH 14, 2018 FOR REPAIR. MARCH 15, 2018 DEALER CALLED TO STATE 'WE HAVE TEVIEWED YOUR PREVIOUS REPAIR FROM MAY AND HAVE DETERMINED YOU HAVE THE CORRECT PARTS AND WE WILL NOT BE PERFORMING THE RECALL REPAIR ON YOUR VEHICLE. HOW IS IT POSSIBLE THAT MY VEHICLE HAS THE CORRECT PARTS ALREADY FROM A REPAIR PRIOR TO RECALL AND MORE IMPORTANTLY PRIOR TO THE PARTS BEING IN EXISTNCE UNTIL AFTER MY REPAIR DONE IN MAY OF 2017? MY CAR HAS BEEN IN NUMEROUS TIMES SINCE THE CAMSHAFT REPAIR FOR ROUGH IDLE. NOW, THE DEALER SAYS I HAVE A LOOSE MOTOR MOUNT AND REPAIR COST $1000. YET THEY PULLED MY MOTOR IUT($2400 MY PART) WHEN CAM BOLTS REPAIRED I AM FILING REPORTS WITH MY ATTORNEY GENERAL AND CONSUMER FRAUD. I HAVE BEEN LIED TO OVER AND OVER. I HOPE OTHERS WILL INTERNET SEARCH CLASS ACTIONS ( JOIN). NOW I HAVE A VEHICLE THAT I HAVE ZERO FAITH IN THE REPAIR I HAD DONE WITH SUB PAR PARTS. IF THE NHTSA DOES NOT SEE THE FRAUD, THEY ARE IGNORANT.
Recalls Porsche Panamera 4
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the Porsche Panamera 4.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Porsche Panamera 4 2011
- Report Received Date: 2022-08-30
- Manufacturer: Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Summary: 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."
- Consequence: Improperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect the headlights for sealing caps and install missing caps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANB4.
- Model: Porsche Panamera 4 2011
- Report Received Date: 2019-06-12
- Manufacturer: Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
- Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter cable bushing, free of charge. Owners are instructed to use the parking brake until their vehicle is repaired. The recall began August 9, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKB1.
- Model: Porsche Panamera 4 2011
- Report Received Date: 2019-04-24
- Manufacturer: Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: An electrical short increases the risk of fire.
- Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the blower control unit, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 10, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA7. Note: Porsche recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed.
- Model: Porsche Panamera 4 2011
- Report Received Date: 2017-06-07
- Manufacturer: Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fastening screws for the camshaft adjusters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2018. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy is available. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AH08.
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