Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 | typical | 2 | — | Few |
| 2020 | 0 | typical | 2 | — | Few |
| 2018 | 0 | typical | 4 | — | Few |
| 2017 | 0 | typical | 2 | — | Few |
| 2016 | 0 | typical | 3 | — | Few |
| 2015 | 0 | typical | 3 | — | Few |
| 2014 | 0 | typical | 3 | — | Few |
| 2013 | 0 | typical | 3 | — | Few |
| 2012 | 0 | typical | 4 | — | Few |
| 2011 | 2 | 2.0× | 4 | Brake | Few |
* Complaints compared with the median Panamera 4 year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Porsche Panamera 4 problems
Latest Porsche Panamera 4 recalls
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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace and tighten the lower rear outboard seat belt anchor screws, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 24, 2023.
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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the external coolant pump and inspect and replace the plug-in connection, if necessary, free of charge.
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.
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.
Suspension › Front
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Taycan, Panamera, Panamera Turbo S, Panamera GTS, Panamera 4, Panamera 4 Sport Turismo, Panamera 4 Executive, Panamera 4S Executive, Panamera 4S, Panamera 4S E-Hybrid, and Panamera 4 E-Hybrid vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front lower trailing arms, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243.
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…
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.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Porsche Panamera 4 should you avoid?
None of the Porsche Panamera 4 years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.
What are the most common Porsche Panamera 4 problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the brakes (1), transmission & drivetrain (1) and speed control & acceleration (1). Brake complaints peak in the 2011 model year.
How many recalls has the Porsche Panamera 4 had?
9 recalls across 2011–2021. The model year with the most is 2011. See all Porsche Panamera 4 recalls by year.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.