The 2021 Porsche Panamera is associated with 2 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 3 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database. The most frequently reported component area is Powertrain, accounting for 1 reports (50% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 21 certified vehicle configurations spanning 2.9L 6-Cyl plug-in hybrid, 2.9l 6-cyl, 4L 8-Cyl plug-in hybrid, and 4l 8-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 17 to 20 MPG combined. Plug-in hybrid variants are rated up to 52 MPGe (19–22 MPG on gasoline) with up to 19 miles of electric driving range. Detailed NHTSA crash-test ratings are not available in the current AutoUtility dataset for this model year. The 2021 Porsche Panamera belongs to the 2nd generation (Type 971) Panamera platform spanning model years 2017–2023.
Key Data Findings
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 2 reports
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 3 campaigns
- • Top Reported Defect Area: Powertrain (1 / 50%)
- • NHTSA Overall Safety Rating: Not rated by NHTSA
- • EPA Efficiency: 17–20 MPG (21 variants • PHEV up to 52 MPGe)
Data Note: Compiled directly from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
| Panamera 4 e-Hybrid Plug-in Hybrid | 2.9L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 50 MPGe (21 MPG) | 54 MPGe (24 MPG) | 52 MPGe (22 MPG) | 19 mi EV (480 mi total) | $3,450 / yr |
| Panamera 4 e-Hybrid Executive Plug-in Hybrid | 2.9L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 50 MPGe (21 MPG) | 54 MPGe (24 MPG) | 52 MPGe (22 MPG) | 19 mi EV (480 mi total) | $3,450 / yr |
| Panamera 4 e-Hybrid ST Plug-in Hybrid | 2.9L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 50 MPGe (21 MPG) | 54 MPGe (24 MPG) | 52 MPGe (22 MPG) | 19 mi EV (480 mi total) | $3,450 / yr |
| Panamera 4S e-Hybrid Plug-in Hybrid | 2.9L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 49 MPGe (21 MPG) | 51 MPGe (23 MPG) | 50 MPGe (22 MPG) | 19 mi EV (480 mi total) | $3,450 / yr |
| Panamera 4S e-Hybrid Executive Plug-in Hybrid | 2.9L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 49 MPGe (21 MPG) | 51 MPGe (23 MPG) | 50 MPGe (22 MPG) | 19 mi EV (480 mi total) | $3,450 / yr |
| Panamera 4S e-Hybrid ST Plug-in Hybrid | 2.9L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 49 MPGe (21 MPG) | 51 MPGe (23 MPG) | 50 MPGe (22 MPG) | 19 mi EV (480 mi total) | $3,450 / yr |
| Panamera | 2.9L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 18 MPG | 24 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $3,800 / yr |
| Panamera 4 | 2.9L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 18 MPG | 24 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $3,800 / yr |
| Panamera 4 ST | 2.9L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 18 MPG | 23 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $3,800 / yr |
| Panamera 4S | 2.9L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 18 MPG | 24 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $3,800 / yr |
| Panamera Turbo S e-Hybrid Plug-in Hybrid | 4L 8-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 45 MPGe (18 MPG) | 51 MPGe (22 MPG) | 48 MPGe (19 MPG) | 17 mi EV (430 mi total) | $4,000 / yr |
| Panamera Turbo S e-Hybrid Executive Plug-in Hybrid | 4L 8-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 45 MPGe (18 MPG) | 51 MPGe (22 MPG) | 48 MPGe (19 MPG) | 17 mi EV (430 mi total) | $4,000 / yr |
| Panamera Turbo S e-Hybrid ST Plug-in Hybrid | 4L 8-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 45 MPGe (18 MPG) | 51 MPGe (22 MPG) | 48 MPGe (19 MPG) | 17 mi EV (430 mi total) | $4,000 / yr |
| Panamera 4 Executive | 2.9L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 17 MPG | 23 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $4,000 / yr |
| Panamera 4S Executive | 2.9L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 17 MPG | 23 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $4,000 / yr |
| Panamera 4S ST | 2.9L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 17 MPG | 23 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $4,000 / yr |
| Panamera GTS | 4L 8-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 15 MPG | 21 MPG | 17 MPG | — | $4,450 / yr |
| Panamera GTS ST | 4L 8-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 15 MPG | 20 MPG | 17 MPG | — | $4,450 / yr |
| Panamera Turbo S Executive | 4L 8-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 15 MPG | 21 MPG | 17 MPG | — | $4,450 / yr |
| Panamera Turbo S ST | 4L 8-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 15 MPG | 21 MPG | 17 MPG | — | $4,450 / yr |
| Panamera Turbo S | 4L 8-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 15 MPG | 21 MPG | 17 MPG | — | $4,450 / yr |
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
| 4S E-Hybrid 5 HB AWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
| 4S E-Hybrid Executive 5 HB AWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
| 4S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo SW AWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
| 5 HB RWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as No and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as No in official NHTSA records for tested 2021 Porsche Panamera models.
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Top Reported Problem Categories
Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
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Affected Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Summary: 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. Humidity may enter the external coolant pump for the climate control system and cause an electrical short circuit.
Free Manufacturer 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. Owners will receive a second notice once remedy becomes available, anticipated July 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA1.
Affected Component: SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
Defect Summary: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 911 Carrera Coupe, 911 Carrera S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4 Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Coupe, 911 Turbo Coupe, 911 Turbo S Coupe, Panamera, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, Panamera 4S, Panamera GTS, Panamera Turbo S, Taycan, Taycan 4S, Taycan Turbo, and Taycan Turbo S vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB6.
Affected Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT
Defect Summary: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Taycan, Panamera, Panamera Turbo S, Panamera GTS, Panamera 4, Panamera 4 Sport Turismo, Panamera 4 Executive, Panamera 4S Executive, Panamera 4S, Panamera 4S E-Hybrid, and Panamera 4 E-Hybrid vehicles. The front lower trailing arms were not forged correctly and may break.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will replace the front lower trailing arms, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB2.
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