This page covers 3 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 E-.
22 mpg combined
10.7 L/100km
Large Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
The 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid has 3 recalls, the most serious involving front lower trailing arms that can break and cause sudden loss of vehicle control, raising the risk of a crash.
The two remaining recalls cover separate concerns. On the electrical side, using the compact charging cable with a standard 220V/240V home outlet at the 100% charge setting can draw more current than some outlets can handle, causing the outlet or the cable itself to overheat and potentially start a fire. Owners who charge at home using that method should be aware the risk is tied to the outlet's capacity, not just the cable. There is also a rear seatbelt issue: the retractor in the rear seat belt system can fail to properly secure a child restraint, leaving a child seat insufficiently anchored and raising the risk of injury if the vehicle is in a crash.
At a glance
What can fail
When charging at 100% using the 220V/240V compact charging cable, some home outlets cannot safely handle the electrical current, causing the outlet or cable to overheat.
What the fix does
Porsche will replace your 220V/240V charging cable with a new one that has a built-in temperature sensor at no cost.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The seat belt automatic locking retractors may stop working too early, preventing child car seats from being secured properly.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies as needed at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front lower trailing arms were not forged correctly and may break.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front lower trailing arms at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
