Most common 2016 Porsche Panamera problems
Share of the 3 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 →
2016 Porsche Panamera recalls (4)
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.
Air bags › Air bag/restraint control module
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016-2017 911 and Boxster, 2016 Cayman and Panamera vehicles. The air bag Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have a defective power supply capacitor that can result in air bag deactivation or inadvertent deployment of the air bags.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will install new software and replace the air bag ECU as necessary, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 13, 2019.
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.
2016 Porsche Panamera engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged plug-in hybrid | 8-speed dual-clutch | RWD | 23 / 29 / 25 |
| 3.6L 6-cyl | 7-speed dual-clutch | RWD | 18 / 28 / 22 |
| 3.6L 6-cyl | 7-speed dual-clutch | AWD | 18 / 27 / 21 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 7-speed dual-clutch | RWD | 18 / 26 / 21 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 7-speed dual-clutch | AWD | 18 / 26 / 21 |
| 4.8L 8-cyl | 7-speed dual-clutch | AWD | 16 / 24 / 19 |
| 4.8L 8-cyl turbo | 7-speed dual-clutch | AWD | 15 / 24 / 18 |
EPA ratings. Class: Large car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2016 Porsche Panamera a good car?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2016 Panamera rates average: 44% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Panamera at the same age. It is one of the best Panamera years by this measure. 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 2016 Porsche Panamera?
The windows, wipers & sunroof — 1 complaint, 33% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the lights (1) and brakes (1).
How many recalls does the 2016 Porsche Panamera have?
There are 4 recalls for the 2016 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 2016 Porsche Panamera problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 60,000 miles; 50% 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.