NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 Porsche Panamera 4s Safety Record
The 2021 Porsche Panamera 4s 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 4S presents a limited federal safety record, with no crash-test results from NHTSA. This absence means the model carries no star ratings or a computed Safety Index. What is available from the federal data suggests a Light recall and complaint burden, with three recall campaigns issued. These campaigns addressed electrical, seat belt, and suspension systems. The vehicle's owner complaint record is minimal, listing only two unverified complaints. Critically, these complaints report no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths. While the recall and complaint data are informative, the lack of NHTSA crash-test data prevents a comprehensive safety assessment.
The 2021 Porsche Panamera 4S was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries three recalls and a Light recall-and-complaint burden band, 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 4s?
The 2021 Porsche Panamera 4S was not subjected to federal crash testing. This leaves a significant gap in the safety profile, as no star ratings for frontal, side, or rollover impacts are available. The rollover risk for this specific model is therefore not assessed by NHTSA. On its recall record, three campaigns are on file, addressing the electrical system, front suspension, and rear seat belt retractors. The seat belt and suspension recalls are particularly relevant to occupant safety. Prospective owners should verify that all recall remedies have been completed. The complaint data for the 2021 Panamera 4S is minimal, with two unverified allegations. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths have been reported to NHTSA for this model year. The vehicle's recall and complaint volume places it in the Light burden band, indicating a lower frequency of such reports compared to others in its segment. This classification, however, does not substitute for the absence of crash-test performance data.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4s have any recalls?
The 2021 Panamera 4S is covered by three recall campaigns. One addresses the electrical system across 2017-2021 Panamera variants. A second covers front suspension on 2021 Taycan and Panamera models. A third involves rear seat belt retractors on a broad group of 2021 Porsche models. NHTSA issued no park-outside or do-not-drive directive in the data on record, but shoppers should verify open 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 4s?
Two unverified consumer allegations have been reported to NHTSA for this model year. The top components cited are Power Train, accounting for one report, and an Unknown or Other category, accounting for the second. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners and have not been confirmed as defects.
2 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4s?
A total of three recall campaigns have been issued for the 2021 Panamera 4S, necessitating a VIN check through nhtsa.gov for any used unit. While sellers are obligated to disclose open recall work, buyer verification remains paramount to ensure all safety advisories have been addressed.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4S, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- Three recall campaigns are on record for this model year, covering the electrical system, front suspension, and rear seat belt retractors. Seat belt and suspension issues carry direct occupant-safety relevance.
- Only two unverified owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year, with zero crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths alleged in those reports.
- No tested sibling years appear in the NHTSA data we cover for this model, so shoppers cannot reference an adjacent crash-test result as a proxy for this vehicle's crash performance.
FAQ2021 Porsche Panamera 4s safety questions
Was the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4s 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 4s have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 3 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4s. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4s?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 2 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 Porsche Panamera 4s. 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 4s 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.