2018 Porsche Panamera
Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 12
- Recalls
- 6
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2018
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2018: 12 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 33 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 3 |
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 2 |
| 2025 | 2 |
| 2026 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
4 of 12 total reports mention: power train.
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The auto in question was, and is, under the new car warranty - While driving forward, one of the automobile's display screens displayed an error message stating "Transmission error - Reverse gear not available"; this in itself is not a major issue...
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-10-07
Engine
4 of 12 total reports mention: engine.
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The contact owned a 2018 Porsche Panamera.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-04-28
Also filed under Service brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 Porsche Panamera. While making a left turn at 10 MPH, the contact depressed the brake pedal and the vehicle stalled.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-09
Electrical system
3 of 12 total reports mention: electrical system.
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Technology change from 3g to 5g. This discontinues the safety notifications including crash /location alerts.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-03-02
Suspension
1 of 12 total reports mentions: suspension.
Service brakes
1 of 12 total reports mentions: service brakes.
Safety timeline
6 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2019-03-21Steering18V898000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the power steering control unit, free of charge. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ13.
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2019-04-19Electrical system, service brakes19V115000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall began April 19, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA1/AKA0.
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2019-05-17Electrical system19V180000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc is recalling certain 2018 Panamera, Panamera 4, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid Executive, Panamera 4 E- Hybrid Sport Turismo, Panamera 4S, Panamera Turbo, Panamera Turbo Executive, Panamera 4 Sport Turismo,...
Remedy: Porsche Cars North America will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected control units, free of charge. The recall began May 17, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243.
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2019-06-26Service brakes, hydraulic18V841000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake line, and any damaged brake components, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243.
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2019-12-13Electrical system, service brakes19V735000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall is began December 13, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKB8.
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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2023-06-29Electrical system23V033000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Panamera, Panamera 4, Panamera GTS and Panamera Turbo vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of specific model names and model years.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the external coolant pump and inspect and replace the plug-in connection, if necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed March 6, 2023.
Buy-smart checklist
2018 Porsche Panamera — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 18V898000 · Steering
- Recall 19V115000 · Electrical system, service brakes
- Recall 19V180000 · Electrical system
- Recall 18V841000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 19V735000 · Electrical system, service brakes
- Recall 23V033000 · Electrical system
FAQ
- Is the 2018 Porsche Panamera reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2018 Porsche Panamera?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2018 Porsche Panamera have?
- 6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.