2012 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid recalls and problems

The 2012 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid has 1 safety recall and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Porsche dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

1 / 0

Injuries / deaths

1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2012 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2012 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid recalls

Recall 19V-322: Electrical System

Reported Apr 24, 2019 · 33,206 vehicles affected · Porsche Cars North America, Inc.

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.

2012 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Structure	1
Steering	1
Suspension	1
Fuel/Propulsion System	1

Most reported parts

Structure › Body — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 14,806 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2012 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Aug 12, 2016

The contact owns a 2012 porsche panamera s e-hybrid. The contact noticed strong fuel fumes inside the vehicle. The contact had to drive the vehicle with the windows down. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.

Structure · at 14,806 miles · reported Nov 13, 2012

Catastrophic frame failure 10/11/12: the car's frame fractured and the car broke in two during proper loading of the vehicle via the tow hook onto a roll back car carrier. One section, from the frame's front cross member forward, stayed on the carrier. The rest of the car rolled uncontrolled, downhill on the street for about 200 feet and then into a ditch. The car missed hitting a mail carrier due to the tow operator chasing the car, reaching in through its window and steering the car away from the mail carrier. A porsche dealer was picking the car up for service. The owner had stopped driving…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid: 19V-322 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2012 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid?

Owners report structure problems most often (1 reports), followed by steering (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 14,806 miles.

Are Porsche recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Porsche dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.