CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Problem
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Panamera, Panamera 4, Panamera GTS and Panamera Turbo vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of specific model names and model years. Humidity may enter the external coolant pump for the climate control system and cause an electrical short circuit.
- Risk
- An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the external coolant pump and inspect and replace the plug-in connection, if necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed March 6, 2023. Owners will receive a second notice once remedy becomes available, anticipated July 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA1.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Humidity can enter the external coolant pump for the climate control system and cause an electrical short circuit. An electrical short increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
Dealers will replace the external coolant pump and inspect and replace the plug-in connection if necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed March 6, 2023. Owners will receive a second notice once the remedy becomes available, anticipated July 2023.
If you own an affected vehicle, contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243 and check your VIN for open recalls. Porsche's number for this recall is APA1.
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