NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 Porsche Panamera Gts Safety Record
The 2021 Porsche Panamera Gts 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 GTS has not been subjected to the full NHTSA crash-test regimen, meaning no star ratings or computed Safety Index are available for this model year. However, the federal record does show a Light burden band for both recalls and owner complaints. Specifically, three recall campaigns have been issued, addressing concerns with electrical systems, seat belts, and suspension components. Additionally, the NHTSA database contains two unverified owner complaints, neither of which involved reports of crashes, fires, injuries, or fatalities. The absence of comprehensive crash test data limits a full safety assessment.
The 2021 Porsche Panamera GTS was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries three federal recall campaigns, 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 | 3 |
| Owner complaints | 2 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2021 Porsche Panamera Gts?
NHTSA has not published crash-test results for the 2021 Porsche Panamera GTS. The structural performance of this vehicle in a collision, therefore, remains unscored. The model year does carry a Light recall and complaint burden. Three recall campaigns have been issued. One electrical system recall extends to Panamera models as far back as 2017. A separate recall addresses the rear seat belt retractor in the broader 2021 Porsche lineup. Additionally, a front suspension recall covers multiple 2021 Panamera variants. Two unverified complaints are on file, with zero reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths. No adjacent model years offer crash-test data for comparison.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Porsche Panamera Gts have any recalls?
The three 2021 Panamera GTS recalls address an electrical system concern spanning 2017 through 2021 Panamera variants, a rear seat belt retractor issue shared with several 2021 Porsche models, and a front suspension defect covering multiple 2021 Panamera configurations. NHTSA issued no park-outside or do-not-drive directive in the data provided for this model year.
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 Gts?
Two unverified owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2021 Panamera GTS. The top components alleged are Power Train, cited in one report, and an Unknown or Other category, cited in the second. Neither report alleged a crash, fire, injury, or death. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts.
2 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Porsche Panamera Gts?
A key advisory for anyone considering a 2021 Panamera GTS: verify the individual vehicle's recall status using its VIN on nhtsa.gov. Three distinct recall campaigns have been issued for this model year. Owners should confirm that all necessary repairs have been completed.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2021 Porsche Panamera GTS, 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, addressing electrical system, rear seat belt retractor, and front suspension concerns across various 2021 Panamera configurations.
- Only two unverified owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2021 Panamera GTS, with zero allegations of crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths among them.
- Buyers should verify open-recall status on any specific 2021 Panamera GTS unit using the VIN lookup tool at nhtsa.gov before purchase, as recall repairs may or may not have been completed on a given vehicle.
FAQ2021 Porsche Panamera Gts safety questions
Was the 2021 Porsche Panamera Gts 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 Gts have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 3 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 Porsche Panamera Gts. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2021 Porsche Panamera Gts?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 2 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 Porsche Panamera Gts. 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 Gts 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.