NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Executive Safety Record
The 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Executive has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 2 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Executive has not been rated by NHTSA, carrying no federal crash-test stars and no Safety Index score. The absence of a rating means NHTSA has not assessed this vehicle's performance in a collision. The federal record for this model year shows one recall campaign, issued for an electrical system issue. Two owner complaints have been filed, but these remain unverified and report no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths.
The 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Executive was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one federal recall campaign, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 2 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Executive?
For the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Executive, the absence of reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths in its two owner complaints is a notable data point. Both complaints are unverified, addressing powertrain and a general "other" category. The single recall impacting this model year is part of a multi-year electrical system campaign, affecting the broader Panamera line from 2017 through 2021, rather than a defect specific to the 2021 model. This record places the 2021 Panamera 4 Executive in the Light recall and complaint burden band, indicating a lower frequency of reported safety concerns within the federal dataset. No crash-test results are available for the 2021 Panamera 4 Executive, nor are there tested sibling years to provide a crash-safety reference for this specific nameplate.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Executive have any recalls?
The single recall for this model year targets the electrical system, covering certain 2017 through 2021 Panamera variants including the Panamera 4. The campaign was initiated by Porsche Cars North America. No park-outside or do-not-drive advisory appears in the data provided for this recall.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM23V033000
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 t
Reported 2023-01-27
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Executive?
Two owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2021 Panamera 4 Executive. The top components named are Power Train and Unknown Or Other, one report each. These are unverified consumer allegations and have not been confirmed as defects by NHTSA or Porsche.
2 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Executive?
An open recall on the electrical system for the 2021 Panamera 4 Executive warrants attention. Prospective owners should verify the recall status by VIN at nhtsa.gov prior to purchase, irrespective of seller assurances.
- NHTSA has no crash-test result for the 2021 Panamera 4 Executive specifically, meaning no federal star ratings exist for this model year and trim.
- The one recall on record is an electrical system campaign that Porsche Cars North America initiated for certain Panamera vehicles across the 2017 through 2021 model years, so completion status will vary by individual vehicle history.
- Only two owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year, citing Power Train and an unspecified category, with no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths alleged in either report.
- Confirming open recall status by VIN at nhtsa.gov is the most direct federal resource available for this vehicle, given the absence of crash-test data to supplement the record.
FAQ2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Executive safety questions
Was the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Executive crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 2 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Executive have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Executive. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Executive?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 2 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Executive. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Porsche Panamera 4 Executive 2021.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.