2010 Porsche Panamera 4S: problems, recalls and reliability
4 recalls and 9 owner complaints on record; most reports concern engine; the 2011 and 2012 model years look more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Aug 2022
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“My vehicle was sitting outside my home for a couple weeks. I then decided to take the vehicle for a drive only to see several features in the car malfunction and not working. After taking it to the dealership I had learned the trunk of my car filled up with lots of water due to the drainage holes being blocked withh debris. This resulted in a massive circuit shortage in the rear electrical and sound system located in my trunk rendering the vehicle undriveable.”Owner report · Electrical System · Jun 2019
“I drove 5 minutes from my house to a gas station on my way to work. As I pulled out of the gas station and got onto a highway, the car started stalling and making a very loud,harsh noise. It was a very dangerous as cars were approaching at high speed. I pulled over and the car kept shuttering and finally lost power. I tried to start the car again and again with no luck. I had the vehicle towed to my mechanic. I consider myself a very lucky to be alive. After checking the car and changing many parts, it was diagnosed. Camshaft sprocket bolts sheered off causing catastrophic damage to engine. The bolts and aluminum particle entered the engine cylinderheads and piston with majorengine failure.”Owner report · Engine · Apr 2018
“About 4 oz of water started pouring out of each air vent when I accelerated. This caused a short in the centre button console. Took it in for service and when I got it back the console was operational, the air conditioning did not work and the water started to accumulate again. Bluetooth keeps cutting out and drops calls. The fifth (rear) door makes metal to metal contact due to a misalignment of the hinge (still after auto body work was completed by porsche). This car has been nothing but a lemon and porsche na has done nothing to step up their customer service except kept telling me to return the vehicle for service. I gave up after more than a half dozen attempts. *tr”Owner report · Electrical System · Jun 2010
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 0 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 4 campaigns
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 Edition, Panamera Platinum Edition, 2016 Panamera 4 Edition, Panamera Edition, Panamera Turbo S Executive Luxury Sports vehicles. The bushing that attaches the gear selector lever to the gearbox may degrade over time, causing the bushing to detach. This condition could allow the driver to move the shift lever to Park and remove the ignition key, while the transmission may not be in Park, with no warning message or audible chime.
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.
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.
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 number for this recall is AH08.
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."
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.
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.
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 outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed.
How other years compare
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Is the 2010 Porsche Panamera 4S reliable?
NHTSA has 9 owner complaints and 4 recall campaigns on record for the 2010 Porsche Panamera 4S. The most complained-about area is engine.
Does the 2010 Porsche Panamera 4S have open recalls?
4 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl). Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.