NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Safety Record
The 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 2 recalls and 2 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4, so it carries no Safety Index and no star ratings of any kind. What the federal record does show is a Light recall and complaint burden for this model year, with 2 recalls on file and only 2 owner complaints reported to NHTSA. The absence of crash-test data means MotorCaliber cannot place this vehicle on a safety performance scale, and that absence should not be read as either a positive or a negative signal about crashworthiness.
The 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries 2 federal recalls, 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 | 2 |
| Owner complaints | 2 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4?
The 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 has a minimal federal safety-action footprint. Its Light burden band rating, the lowest tier MotorCaliber tracks, reflects this low volume of recalls and complaints. Two recalls are on record, both multi-vehicle campaigns affecting the broader 2021 Panamera lineup. The first, for the front suspension, was issued in 2021. The second, for the electrical system, came later. The complaint record is also very light: two unverified allegations, with no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths. No related model years exist in NHTSA data, leaving no adjacent crash-test record to reference. The Light band rating addresses only recall and complaint volume; it does not speak to crashworthiness.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 have any recalls?
The 2021 Panamera 4 is covered by two federal recall campaigns. The first addresses the electrical system and spans multiple Panamera variants across model years 2017 through 2021. The second addresses the front suspension and covers 2021 Taycan and several 2021 Panamera variants. No park-outside or do-not-drive advisory appears in the provided campaign data, but owners 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
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?
NHTSA received 2 owner complaints for this model year, involving the powertrain and an unclassified category. These are unverified consumer allegations reported to NHTSA and have not been confirmed as defects. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths were alleged in either report.
2 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4?
Any shopper considering a used 2021 Panamera 4 should run the specific VIN through nhtsa.gov before purchase to confirm whether either recall campaign has been remedied or remains open on that individual vehicle.
- NHTSA has no crash-test data for the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4, meaning no Safety Index or star ratings exist for this specific model year.
- Two recall campaigns cover this model year: one targeting the electrical system across 2017-2021 Panamera variants, and one targeting the front suspension across several 2021 Panamera and Taycan models.
- Only 2 owner complaints were reported to NHTSA for this model year, with zero crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths alleged, placing it in the Light burden band.
- Prospective buyers should use the NHTSA VIN lookup tool at nhtsa.gov to determine whether either recall remains open and unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
FAQ2021 Porsche Panamera 4 safety questions
Was the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 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 2 recalls and 2 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4. 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?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 2 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4. 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 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.