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2018 Porsche Panamera 4 E-hybrid: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 2018 Porsche Panamera 4 E-hybrid: 1 recall, 0 owner complaints and up to 22 mpg combined.

1vehicle recalls
0owner complaints
0mention a crash
22best combined mpg
2018 Porsche Panamera 4 E-hybrid
Photo: Calreyn88 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Recalls

1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.

Seat belts Vehicle recall #23V443000 · 2023 · 37 vehicles

What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016-2020 macan s, 2017-2020 macan, 2017 panamera turbo, 2018 and 2020 macan turbo and panamera 4, 2018 macan sport edition, panamera 4 e-hybrid, and 2019 panamera 4 sport turismo vehicles. The screw that attaches the lower seat belt anchor to the seat frame on the outboard rear seats May not have been tightened properly.

Why it matters: An improperly tightened seat belt anchor can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix: Dealers will replace and tighten the lower rear outboard seat belt anchor screws, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 24, 2023.

Most-reported problems

No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Porsche Panamera 4 E-hybrid so far.

Engines & fuel economy (EPA)

EngineTransmissionDriveCityHwyComb.Fuel
2.9 L 6-cyl turbo hybridAutomatic (AM-S8)All-Wheel Drive202522Premium Gas or Electricity

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Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 2018 Porsche Panamera 4 E-hybrid.

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FAQ

Does the 2018 Porsche Panamera 4 E-hybrid have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2018 Porsche Panamera 4 E-hybrid. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What gas mileage does the 2018 Porsche Panamera 4 E-hybrid get?

EPA ratings run up to 22 mpg combined (2.9 L, Automatic (AM-S8)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.

Where can I get a 2018 Porsche Panamera 4 E-hybrid repair manual?

eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.

Other Panamera 4 E-hybrid years

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