Most common 2013 Porsche Panamera problems
Share of the 12 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Porsche Panamera complaints by model year
Best Panamera years: 2017, 2016, 2015. Years to avoid: 2011, 2018. Compare all years →
2013 Porsche Panamera recalls (3)
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.
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.
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,…
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.
What 2013 Porsche Panamera owners say
Electrical system
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2013 Porsche Panamera. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of the purchase, the vehicle's mileage was 80,000. It was later discovered that the mileage was approximately 180,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Porsche Panamera. The contact stated that the vent control function failed to operate properly for the air conditioner. The manufacturer was notified and NHTSA campaign number: 19V322000 (electrical system) was issued on April 24, 2019. The manufacturer was contacted and could not identify if the vehicle was included in the recall even though the failure was related. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, but a repair solution could not be determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.
2013 Porsche Panamera engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged hybrid | 8-speed automatic | RWD | 22 / 30 / 25 |
| 3.6L 6-cyl | 7-speed automatic | RWD | 18 / 26 / 21 |
| 3.6L 6-cyl | 7-speed automatic | 4WD | 18 / 26 / 21 |
| 4.8L 8-cyl | 7-speed automatic | AWD | 16 / 23 / 19 |
| 4.8L 8-cyl | 7-speed automatic | RWD | 16 / 24 / 19 |
| 4.8L 8-cyl turbo | 7-speed automatic | AWD | 15 / 23 / 18 |
EPA ratings. Class: Large car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2013 Porsche Panamera a good car?
Based on 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2013 Panamera rates average: 1.3× as many complaints as a typical year of the Panamera at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2013 Porsche Panamera?
The electrical system — 5 complaints, 42% of all complaints for this model year, most often about horn. Next are the air bags (2) and speed control & acceleration (1).
How many recalls does the 2013 Porsche Panamera have?
There are 3 recalls for the 2013 Porsche Panamera, the most recent from August 30, 2022 (headlights). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Porsche Panamera?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2017, 2016 and 2015. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2011 and 2018. See the full Porsche Panamera years comparison.
At what mileage do 2013 Porsche Panamera problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 25,000 miles; 60% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.