2010 Porsche Panamera s problems

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Common 2010 Porsche Panamera s problems

The Porsche Panamera S 2010 has been reported to have several common problems based on complaints from owners. Here are the details of some of these issues:

Coolant Leaks: Another common problem in the Porsche Panamera S 2010 is coolant leaks, which can lead to overheating if not addressed promptly.

Transmission Issues: The first-generation Porsche Panamera could experience transmission problems, such as rough shifting. This issue has been reported by many owners, and it can lead to reduced performance and potential transmission damage.

Electronic Malfunctions: Issues with electronic systems, including PCM, navigation, and entertainment features, have been a cause for concern in the Porsche Panamera S 2010. Many owners have reported random and weird behavior from the PCM system, particularly PCM3.1, which seems to be the main offender.

Suspension Issues: Suspension issues have also been reported in the Porsche Panamera S 2010, including problems with the front air strut.
AC Not Working Properly: Some owners have reported issues with the air conditioning system not working properly in the Porsche Panamera S 2010.

Engine Issues: Engine problems, such as cam shaft bolts shearing off, have been reported in the Porsche Panamera S 2010.

HVAC Issues: Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) issues have also been reported in the Porsche Panamera S 2010.

Electrical Issues: Electrical problems, including unintended acceleration and various sensory issues, have been reported in the Porsche Panamera S 2010.

While these problems have been reported by many owners, it is worth noting that many of them have been rectified in the later models, and they are often considered minor compared to the overall performance and luxury offered by the vehicle. Like any premium vehicle, the Porsche Panamera requires an investment in care to maintain its peak performance and reliability.

Is Porsche Panamera 2010 reliable?

The 2010 Porsche Panamera appears to be a generally reliable vehicle based on available information. According to CarComplaints, the 2010 Porsche Panamera has been reported to have a few issues, most commonly related to the electrical and fuel systems. The most significant problem reported was a PCM reboot issue.

What is the common problem with Porsche Panamera?

Common Issues With The Porsche Panamera

Key problems highlighted by porsche-mania.com include: Oil Leaks: Particularly in the earlier models, the Panamera has been known to suffer from oil leaks in the engine. Coolant Leaks: Some owners have reported coolant leaks leading to overheating if not addressed.

How reliable is the Panamera S?

The probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 25% for the Porsche Panamera, compared to an average of 14% for luxury fullsize cars and 12% for all vehicle models. The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of a vehicle.

Is the Porsche Panamera high maintenance?

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.

2010 Porsche Panamera s car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Porsche Panamera s problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

Engine problems
Fuel/propulsion system problems
Steering problems
Power train problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 2010 Porsche Panamera s vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

2010 Porsche Panamera s complaints

The NHTSA has received 5 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2010 Porsche Panamera s.

2023-06-20

ENGINE PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2023-01-20
VIN: WP0AB2A70AL
Components: ENGINE
Summary: The contact owns a 2010 Porsche Panamera S. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, an unknown warning message was displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the engine had failed, however, the mechanic informed the contact that they could not repair the vehicle. Additionally, the contact stated while driving 10 MPH, the engine made abnormal knocking sounds. The contact stated while making a turn, the engine seized. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the residence. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer, who informed the contact that they could not repair the vehicle free of charge because the warranty had expired. The vehicle was towed back to the residence. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V368000 (Engine) however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 102,000.

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2018-01-17

ENGINE PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2015-09-08
VIN: WP0AB2A76AL
Components: ENGINE
Summary: CAMSHAFT CONTROLLER RECALL. ON 9/8/2015, MY VEHICLE ABRUPTLY STOPPED WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. I WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 60MPH AND SUDDENLY HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND THE CAR WENT COMPLETELY DARK. ALL OF THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS WERE DEAD. I COASTED OVER TO THE EMERGENCY LANE AND WHEN I TRIED TO RESTART THE VEHICLE NOTHING HAPPENED. AFTER HAVING THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE PORSHE DEALER, I WAS TOLD THAT THE "CAMSHAFT" BROKE OFF IN THE ENGINE AND THE REPAIR WOULD COST OVER $5,000. AS I HAD OWNED THE VEHICLE FOR SEVERAL YEARS AND IT WAS THOROUGHLY MAINTAINED AT THE DEALER, I INQUIRED AS TO HOW SUCH A MAJOR REPAIR COULD HAPPEN. THE CAR WAS ONLY 3/4 YEARS OLD AT THIS TIME. I WAS TOLD THAT THERE WAS NO REASON AND THAT SOMETIMES "THINGS JUST BREAK". MY PORSCHE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY SO I WAS FORCED TO PAY FOR THE REPAIR OUT OF POCKET. WHEN I CONTACTED THE SERVICE MANAGER TO COMPLAIN THAT THE ISSUE MUST HAVE BEEN A MANUFACTURER'S DEFECT, THEY AGREED BUT WOULD NOT COVER THE COST OF THE REPAIR. I COMPLAINED DIRECTLY TO PORSCHE HEADQUARTERS AND RECEIVED $500 OFF OF THE COST OF THE REPAIR. MIND YOU, I STILL HAD TO PAY OVER $5,000 TO CORRECT THE ISSUE. ABOUT A YEAR OR SO LATER, I RECEIVED A NOTICE IN THE MAIL THAT THERE WAS A RECALL PENDING ON THE EXACT ISSUE THAT I PAID FOR. I HAVE CONTACTED PORSCHE HEADQUARTERS SEVERAL TIMES TO OBTAIN REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE REPAIR, HOWEVER I KEEP BEING TOLD THAT I HAVE TO WAIT UNTIL THEY SEND OUT AN "OFFICIAL NOTICE" OF THE RECALL AND ONLY THEN, WILL I BE ABLE TO SUBMIT FORMS TO RECEIVE REIMBURSEMENT. I'M AT A LOSS AS TO WHY I, AS A CUSTOMER, HAVE TO JUMP THROUGH HOOPS TO GET MY MONEY. ESPECIALLY SINCE THE REPAIR WAS DONE AT AN AUTHORIZED PORSCHE DEALER & THEY HAVE ALL OF THE DOCUMENTATION IN THEY SYSTEM. I ALSO HAVE A COPY OF THE INVOICE AND CAN PROVIDE IF NECESSARY.

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2017-08-02

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2017-07-21
VIN: WP0AB2A72AL
Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Summary: HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP, HIGH PRESSURE SENSOR, AND IN TANK FUEL PUMP ALL HAD A FAILURE. ALL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED TO THE TUNE OF $2500. READ THERE IS A RECALL ON MOST OF THESE PUMPS BUT NOT THIS YEAR MODEL, WHICH USES THE EXACT SAME PUMP THAT IS BEING RECALLED. THERE HAVE BEEN HUNDREDS IF NOT IN THE THOUSANDS OF THESE HAVING TO BE REPLACED DUE TO FAILURE WHICH CAN CAUSE A SAFETY HAZARD AS THE CAR WILL CUT OFF UNEXPECTEDLY. THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL BY PORSCHE NORTH AMERICA THAT COVERS ALL VEHICLES WITH THESE FUEL PUMPS.

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2017-03-22

STEERING,POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2017-02-24
VIN: WP0AB2A7XAL
Components: STEERING,POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
Summary: ON FRIDAY FEBRUARY 24, 2017 A SMALL FAMILY OF 4 WAS TRAVELLING ALONG INTERSTATE 5 (SOUTH) IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA AT 8:03PM CRUISING AT 65 MPH IN THE FAR LEFT PASSING LANE WHEN THE DRIVER FELT A HEAVY VIBRATION AND BEGAN TO LOSE COMPLETE POWER OF THE VEHICLE INCLUDING ALL STEERING, ENGINE, AND BRAKES. THE DASHBOARD DISPLAYED: "REDUCED ENGINE POWER", "CHECK ENGINE OIL PRESSURE" , 'PSM FAILURE', 'START/STOP DEACTIVATION' FOLLOWED BY 'CHECK ENGINE"-WHICH BEGAN BLINKING LEADING TO COMPLETE SHUTDOWN OF ENGINE WHILE TRAVELING AT 45-50 MPH. WITHOUT ANY CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE IN THE SAME OCCURRENCE A LOUD SUCTION NOISE WAS COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT FOLLOWED BY A LOUD DEAFENING NOISE. UPON REVIEW OF THE MANUFACTURE AND CERTIFIED TECHNICIANS THE CAR WAS DIAGNOSED AND IT WAS DETERMINED THE CRANK SHAFT BOLT PULLEY WAS SHAKEN OFF THE CAR CAUSING A COMPLETE CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE RESULTING IN A COMPLETE ENGINE REBUILD. THE PROBLEM LIES IN THE ALUMINUM CAMSHAFT ADJUSTER BOLTS WHICH HAVE A TENDENCY TO SHEER OFF, WHICH PREVENT THE CAMSHAFTS FROM RUNNING. IF THIS OCCURS IN THE CAMSHAFT THAT OPERATES THE VACUUM PUMP, THE POWER BRAKING WILL ALSO FAIL, WHICH WILL RESULT IN AN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS SITUATION ESPECIALLY IF THE DRIVER DOES NOT HAVE THE STRENGTH TO BRAKE THE CAR WITHOUT THE VACUUM POWDERED BRAKES. THE BOLTS THEMSELVES MAY ALSO DROP INTO THE ENGINE AND CAUSE THE ENGINE TO FAIL. THIS LACK OF ATTENTION WILL EVENTUALLY LEAD TO FATALITIES IF THIS ISSUE IS NOT RESOLVED!!! PLEASE HELP!!!!

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2016-11-03

ENGINE PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2016-10-27
VIN: WP0AB2A78AL
Components: ENGINE
Summary: MY ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WHILE I WAS DRIVING SO I TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC AND HE TELLS ME IT'S THE CAMSHAFT ADJUSTER IS CAUSING THE PROBLEM. THIS SEEMS TO BE AN OCCURRENCE ON 2010-11 MODELS AND IS EMISSIONS RELATED BUT CAN CAUSE ENGINE STALL. *TR

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2010 Porsche Panamera s recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2010 Porsche Panamera s.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Additional sources

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Panamera 2010- Common issues and aprox costs? - 6SpeedOnline ...

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2010-2012 Panamera 4.8L reliability - Rennlist - Porsche ...

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Jan 6, 2018 ... I can say that for the six years I owned the car (4 under warranty), it was completely trouble free. I had no issues with the engine, just ate ...

2010-2012 Panamera (4S) 4.8L reliability - 6SpeedOnline - Porsche ...

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Jan 6, 2018 ... The engine is rock solid. The only expenses I foresee in the near future are the front control arm bushings and the decarbonizing - the engine ...

2010 Panamera Reliability : r/Porsche

https://www.reddit.com/r/Porsche/comments/n277cj/2010_panamera_reliability/

May 1, 2021 ... But, electrical issues are another story. Have they been susceptible to any electrical issues? Any help is much appreciated!

Panamera Turbo reliability - Rennlist - Porsche Discussion Forums

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Sep 22, 2013 ... I have a 2012 with 25,000 +/- miles - not one issue - 2 dealer scheduled services - no other issues, except buying a set of tires at 13,500 ...