2012 Porsche Panamera: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2012 Porsche Panamera: 5 recalls, 13 owner complaints and up to 21 mpg combined.
Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #12V329000 · 2012 · 270 vehicles
What's wrong: The turbine wheel of a turbocharger May fracture due to a casting defect. If a fracture occurs, vehicle performance will be decreased and the turbine shaft May fracture.
Why it matters: If the shaft fractures, oil May be drawn into the exhaust system, resulting in smoke and the increased risk of a fire.
The fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the turbine wheels, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2012.
Engine Vehicle recall #17V368000 · 2017 · 18,005 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2010-2012 panamera s, panamera 4s and panamera turbo vehicles, 2011-2012 panamera and panamera 4 vehicles, and 2011 cayenne s and cayenne turbo vehicles. The affected vehicles have camshaft controllers that May come loose inside the engine, potentially resulting in an engine stall.
Why it matters: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fastening screws for the camshaft adjusters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2018. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy is available.
Electrical Vehicle recall #19V322000 · 2019 · 33,206 vehicles
What's wrong: 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…
Why it matters: An electrical short increases the risk of fire.
The 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.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #19V446000 · 2019 · 99,665 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2006 cayenne s, cayenne turbo, 2004-2010 cayenne, 2006 cayenne turbo s, 2010-2016 panamera s, panamera 4 s, panamera turbo, 2011-2016 panamera, panamera 4, 2012-2013 panamera turbo s, 2013-2016 panamera 4 gts, 2014-2016 panamera 4 s executive, panamera turbo executive, panamera turbo s g1 II, panamera turbo s executive, 2013 panamera 4 platinum…
Why it matters: If the vehicle is exited without the transmission being in park and without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle May unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter cable bushing, free of charge. Owners are instructed to use the parking brake until their vehicle is repaired. The recall began August 9, 2019.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #22V656000 · 2022 · 222,858 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2020 Porsche macan, cayenne, panamera, and cayman s, 2001-2004 boxster, boxster s, 2004 boxster 50 jahre spyder 550 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all affected models and model years. The caps that cover the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which can allow the headlights to be improperly…
Why it matters: Improperly adjusted headlights May not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the headlights for sealing caps and install missing caps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (5): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3), warning light on (3).
- Body & structure (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (2): the most common themes are warning light on (2), hard / delayed shifting (2).
The 2012 Porsche Panamera has 13 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 17 Panamera model years for complaints (1.9× the average Panamera year). Complaints peaked in 2012 (2 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 7 years old, at a median of 76,140 miles. Neighboring years: 2011 (34 complaints, 5 recalls), 2013 (12 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 26 | 21 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2012 Porsche Panamera have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2012 Porsche Panamera. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2012 Porsche Panamera problems?
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (5), body & structure (2), electrical (2).
What gas mileage does the 2012 Porsche Panamera get?
EPA ratings run up to 21 mpg combined (3.6 L, Automatic 7-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2012 Porsche Panamera repair manual?
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