2015 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 7, 2023 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Panamera S E-Hybrid years
Not enough data 2nd of 5 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
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Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2015 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid. That ranks 2nd out of 5 Panamera S E-Hybrid model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 92,000 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2015 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine1 · ~92,000 mi
Hybrid Propulsion System1 · ~92,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine1100%92,000——
Hybrid Propulsion System1100%92,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2015 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid recalls (2)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

Exterior lighting:headlightsAug 30, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V656000 · 222,858 vehicles

Problem: 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 adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk: Improperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Electrical systemApr 24, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V322000 · 33,206 vehicles

Problem: 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 Panamera 4 Edition, Panamera Edition and Panamera Turbo S Exclusive Series vehicles. Water may enter the A/C blower control unit, causing an electrical short circuit.

Risk: An electrical short increases the risk of fire.

Fix: 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 outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • Pedestrian alert sounds (DP22005) — opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023, led to recall 22V063000.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The contact owns a 2015 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle shut off with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The “Hybrid System Failure - Park Safely” message was displayed. The contact maneuvered the vehicle off to the shoulder of the…

Engine · received Jul 18, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11533055

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid?

Owners most often report engine, hybrid propulsion system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2015 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2015 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Panamera S E-Hybrid model years, the 2015 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.