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2011 Porsche Panamera TurboRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls and 2 owner complaints for the 2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo. Most complaints involve engine (2). The EPA rates it 18 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
18mpg
EPA · 1 version
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
4campaigns
Latest Aug 2022
Owner complaints
2
Top: engine
Fuel cost / yr
$4,400est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

4 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Exterior lighting: headlights

Free remedy

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 adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Exterior lightingReported Aug 30, 2022NHTSA 22V656000

Power train: gear position indication (prndl)

Free remedy

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 Edition, Panamera Platinum Edition, 2016 Panamera 4 Edition, Panamera Edition, Panamera Turbo S Executive Luxury Sports vehicles. The bushing that attaches the gear selector lever to the gearbox may degrade over time, causing the bushing to detach. This condition could allow the driver to move the shift lever to Park and remove the ignition key, while the transmission may not be in Park, with no warning message or audible chime.

Power trainReported Jun 12, 2019NHTSA 19V446000

Electrical system

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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.

Electrical systemReported Apr 24, 2019NHTSA 19V322000
See all 4 recalls with remedies
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 29, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

2 complaints filed with NHTSA · May 2015 – Oct 2015
  1. Engine2

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Panamera Turbo model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
20103
20112
20122
20155
20163
20171
20189
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 29, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Engine

2 reports
“THE ENGINE BEGAN TO FAIL WHILE MOVING ON A CITY STREET AND GAVE WARNINGS OF LOST HYDRAULIC ASSIST AMONG OTHERS. THE CAR WAS ROLLED BACK INTO A DRIVEWAY AND IT WAS TOWED TO A PORSCHE DEALERSHIP WHERE THE ENGINE WAS DETERMINED TO HAVE FAILED DUE TO A CAMSHAFT ADJUSTER BOLT SHEARING OFF. THIS IS A KNOWN DESIGN FLAW AND LEADS TO CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE WITHOUT ANY WARNING. IF I HAD BEEN ON THE HIGHWAY AT THE TIME IT COULD HAVE CAUSED A SERIOUS ACCIDENT DUE TO LOSS OF POWER STEERING AND HYDRAULIC BRAKE ASSIST. PORSCHE HAS RECALLED THIS PROBLEM IN CHINA ONLY : HTTP://WWW.REUTERS.COM/ARTICLE/2015/02/07/PORSCHE-CHINA-RECALL-IDUSL4N0VH06C20150207 PORSCHE REPLACED MY ENGINE FOR LESS THAN THE TOTAL COST WITH A VERBAL REQUEST THAT I DO NOT TALK ABOUT IT ON SOCIAL MEDIA. I BELIEVE THIS COULD BE A SAFETY HAZARD AND LIKELY AFFECTS ALL 2009-2011 PANAMERA AND CAYENNE V8 ENGINES OF ALL TYPES. *TR”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 5, 2015EngineODI 10779630
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 29, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

1 version rated by the EPA
EPA class
Large Cars
Engines
4.8L 8-cyl turbo
Transmissions
Automatic 7-spd
Drive
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 29, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Panamera Turbo
Auto 7-spd, 8 cyl, 4.8 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
152318$4,400494
  • Panamera Turbo
    Auto 7-spd, 8 cyl, 4.8 L, Turbo
    15 city · 23 hwy · $4,400/yr
    18
    mpg comb.
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Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 29, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo as of Oct 29, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 29, 2026Vehicle 414
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2011 Panamera Turbo questions

How many recalls does the 2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo have?

4 safety recalls as of Oct 29, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo problems?

Owners filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are engine (2). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo get?

The EPA rates the 2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo at 18 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (1 version rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 29, 2026