CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (1 report).
2012 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid recalls
Water Can Short Circuit A/C Blower Unit, Risking Fire
Water can get into the air conditioning blower control unit, which can cause an electrical short circuit.
Most common 2012 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
What owners report
TL* 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.
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
2012 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid questions
Does the 2012 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2012 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid: Water Can Short Circuit A/C Blower Unit, Risking Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (1), Steering (1), Suspension (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid has been fixed?
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