2012 Porsche Panamera Recalls

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2012 Porsche Panamera. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 22V656000Aug 30, 2022222,858 vehicles potentially affected
  Exterior lighting › Headlights
  Covers: Porsche Panamera 2011–2016, Cayenne 2003–2006, 2008–2017, Cayenne S 2003–2006, 2008–2009, 2011–2015 +16 more

  Reported issue: 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…

  Possible 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.

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• 19V446000Jun 12, 201999,665 vehicles potentially affected
  Power train › Automatic transmission › Gear position indication (prndl)
  Covers: Porsche Panamera 2011–2016, Panamera Turbo 2010–2016, Panamera 4S 2010–2016 +6 more

  Reported issue: 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…

  Possible 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.

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• 19V322000Apr 24, 201933,206 vehicles potentially affected
  Electrical system
  Covers: Porsche Panamera 2011–2016, Panamera 4S 2010–2016, Panamera S 2010–2016 +4 more

  Reported issue: 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…

  Possible 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…

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• 17V368000Jun 7, 201718,005 vehicles potentially affected
  Engine
  Covers: Porsche Panamera 2011–2012, Panamera Turbo 2010–2012, Panamera 4S 2010–2012 +4 more

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible 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…

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• 12V329000Jul 12, 2012270 vehicles potentially affected
  Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Turbo/supercharger
  Covers: Porsche Panamera 2011–2012, Cayenne 2012

  Reported issue: Porsche is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 panamera turbo, 2012 panamera turbo s, and 2012 cayenne turbo vehicles. The turbine wheel of a turbocharger may fracture due to a casting defect. If a fracture occurs, vehicle performance will be decreased and the turbine shaft may fracture.

  Possible consequence: If the shaft fractures, oil may be drawn into the exhaust system, resulting in smoke and the increased risk of a fire.

  Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the turbine wheels, free of charge. The recall began on august 31, 2012. Owners may contact porsche at 1-800-767-7243.

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