Porsche Recall 18V-388: Suspension – rear

Affected: 2017–2018 Porsche Panamera 4S, 2018 Porsche Panamera 4S Executive, 2018 Porsche Panamera 4S Sport Turismo and 4 more. Filed with NHTSA on June 13, 2018, covering about 715 vehicles.

The problem

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Panamera 4S, Panamera Turbo and Panamera Turbo Executive and 2018 Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid, Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Executive, Panamera 4S Sport Turismo, Panamera Turbo Sport Turismo, Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo, and Panamera 4S Executive vehicles. The connecting links may detach from the rear-axle anti-roll bar potentially damaging the surrounding suspension parts and affecting the vehicle's handling.

The risk

An unexpected change to the vehicle's handling can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connecting links for the anti-roll bar, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ06.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign18V-388 (18V388000)
Manufacturer numberAJ06
ManufacturerPorsche Cars North America, Inc.
ComponentSuspension › Rear
Report dateJune 13, 2018
Owners notifiedOctober 2, 2018
Vehicles affected715
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 18V-388 repair free?

Yes. Porsche dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connecting links for the anti-roll bar, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ06.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 715 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

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.