- Component
- SUSPENSION:REAR
- Problem
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Panamera 4S, Panamera Turbo and Panamera Turbo Executive and 2018 Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid, Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Executive, Panamera 4S Sport Turismo, Panamera Turbo Sport Turismo, Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo, and Panamera 4S Executive vehicles. The connecting links may detach from the rear-axle anti-roll bar potentially damaging the surrounding suspension parts and affecting the vehicle's handling.
- Risk
- An unexpected change to the vehicle's handling can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connecting links for the anti-roll bar, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ06.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
The connecting links that attach the rear anti-roll bar can detach. When this happens, the surrounding suspension parts can be damaged and the vehicle's handling can change unexpectedly.
An unexpected change in handling can increase the risk of a crash. Owners should not wait to have the problem checked if they notice unusual handling or noises from the rear of the vehicle.
Porsche will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the rear anti-roll bar connecting links free of charge. Owners can contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243 with questions. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.