Porsche Panamera S Problems by Year
NHTSA has 7 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Porsche Panamera S, across 7 model years (2010–2016). The 2010 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
Porsche Panamera S years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Panamera S model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2010 Panamera S: 5 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2013 Panamera S: 1 complaint, 3 recalls
- 2011 Panamera S: 1 complaint, 4 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Porsche Panamera S problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Porsche Panamera S model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Panamera S | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2015 Panamera S | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2014 Panamera S | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2013 Panamera S | 1 | 3 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2012 Panamera S | 0 | 4 | — | — | |
| 2011 Panamera S | 1 | 4 | — | Engine | |
| 2010 Panamera S | 5 | 4 | — | Engine |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Porsche Panamera S years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2010 (5), 2013 (1), 2011 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Porsche Panamera S?
Engine, with 5 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Porsche Panamera S have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.