NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Sport Turismo Safety Record
The 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Sport Turismo has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 3 recalls 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 Sport Turismo has not been subjected to federal crash testing. Consequently, it carries no NHTSA star ratings, nor can we assign it a Safety Index score. The available safety record is thus limited, though not concerning. Two owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA, and the vehicle is associated with three recall campaigns, a Light burden band. Without crash-test results, no assessment of its crashworthiness can be made.
The 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Sport Turismo was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Light recall and complaint burden band, and is associated with three recall campaigns according to NHTSA federal safety 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 | 3 |
| Owner complaints | 2 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Sport Turismo?
The 2021 Panamera 4 Sport Turismo lacks federal crash-test ratings; NHTSA has not evaluated this model year, and no sibling years have published results. This leaves its crash-safety performance unquantified by the agency. Its recall and complaint volume, however, registers in the Light burden band, indicating a low rate relative to the general vehicle population. Three recall campaigns affect this model. These are multi-model actions, addressing electrical issues, seat belt retractors, and front suspension components across various Porsche lines, not specifically the Sport Turismo. The complaint record shows only two unverified filings, with no associated crashes or injuries reported. While the Light burden band provides an administrative classification, it does not offer insight into the vehicle's crashworthiness.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Sport Turismo have any recalls?
The three recall campaigns for this model year address three distinct systems. The first covers the electrical system across 2017-2021 Panamera variants. The second addresses rear seat-belt retractors on a broad range of 2021 Porsche models. The third targets front suspension components on 2021 Taycan and Panamera variants. NHTSA has issued no park-outside or do-not-drive advisory tied to these campaigns in the data provided, but shoppers should verify current remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
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
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR21V608000
Risk: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB6.
Reported 2021-08-04
SUSPENSION:FRONT21V362000
Risk: A broken front lower trailing arm may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front lower trailing arms, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB2.
Reported 2021-05-17
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Sport Turismo?
NHTSA has received two owner complaints for the 2021 Panamera 4 Sport Turismo. The top components alleged are Power Train and an Unknown or Other category, one report each. Both are unverified consumer allegations reported to NHTSA, not established facts. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are recorded in those two filings.
2 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Sport Turismo?
Before purchasing any used example of this vehicle, verify its recall status by VIN at nhtsa.gov. The three open recall campaigns transfer with ownership, and the buyer is responsible for ensuring these are remedied.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2021 Panamera 4 Sport Turismo, so no federal star ratings or Safety Index exist for this specific model year and body style.
- Three recall campaigns are on record for this model year, covering the electrical system, rear seat-belt retractors, and front suspension components across shared Porsche model lines.
- Only two owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this vehicle, alleging powertrain and unspecified concerns, with no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths recorded in those reports.
- Run the specific VIN through nhtsa.gov to determine whether any of the three recall campaigns remain open and unremedied on a given unit before purchase or continued operation.
FAQ2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Sport Turismo safety questions
Was the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Sport Turismo 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 3 recalls and 2 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Sport Turismo have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 3 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Sport Turismo. 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 Sport Turismo?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 2 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Sport Turismo. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Porsche Panamera 4 Sport Turismo 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.