Recall 19V-180: 2018 Porsche Panamera, 2018 Porsche Panamera 4 and 15 more
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Mar 6, 2019, covering about 182 vehicles.
The problem
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, Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo, vehicles. Incorrect soldering of a control unit may result in the intermittent failure of various systems, possible affecting vehicle driveability.
The risk
Impaired vehicle driveability can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
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. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA5.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 19V180000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Porsche Panamera | 2018 | All years |
| Porsche Panamera 4 | 2018 | All years |
| Porsche Panamera 4 Executive | 2018 | All years |
| Porsche Panamera 4 Hybrid | 2018 | All years |
| Porsche Panamera 4 Hybrid Executi | 2018 | All years |
| Porsche Panamera 4 Hybrid Sport T | 2018 | All years |
| Porsche Panamera 4 Sport Turismo | 2018 | All years |
| Porsche Panamera 4S | 2018 | All years |
| Porsche Panamera 4S Executive | 2018 | All years |
| Porsche Panamera 4S Sport Turismo | 2018 | All years |
| Porsche Panamera Turbo | 2018 | All years |
| Porsche Panamera Turbo Executive | 2018 | All years |
| Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid | 2018 | All years |
| Porsche Panamera Turbo S Hybrid | 2018 | All years |
| Porsche Panamera Turbo S Hybrid E | 2018 | All years |
| Porsche Panamera Turbo S Hybrid S | 2018 | All years |
| Porsche Panamera Turbo Sport Turi | 2018 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V-180?
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, Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo, vehicles. Incorrect soldering of a control unit may result in the intermittent failure of various systems, possible affecting vehicle driveability.
How is recall 19V-180 fixed?
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. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA5.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.