Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the (976809858) Fuel filler flap module. The vehicles affected are ones that use the part number mentioned.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2011 Porsche Panamera engine problems
moderate 15 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100 · see engine across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
15
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$3,100
When does it fail?
Of the 15 engine complaints filed for the 2011 Porsche Panamera, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Engine accounts for 45% of every owner complaint on file for this vehicle — the dominant problem area across 3 categories tracked.
No new NHTSA engine complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 8 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering engine on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the transmission oil. Part number 00004321012 is affected - the vehicles that use this part number should be included.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Parts information for Parts Withdrawal - Oil Pressure Sender. The vehicles affected are ones that use the part number PAB906060.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Parts information for parts withdrawal involving various parts. The vehicles affected are ones that use the part numbers mentioned. Part numbers: 0PD145703E, 0PD145703H, 0PD907123G, 0PD907123K
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the transmission oil. The vehicles affected are ones that use the part number 00004330563
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
The dominant issue across these 15 complaints is camshaft adjuster or actuator bolt fracture. Owners describe bolts breaking inside the engine, causing the camshaft to separate and metal shavings to contaminate the oil pan. Engine stalls happen without warning—some at highway speed (70 mph), one at idle, one sitting at a traffic light. The failure window is wide, from 25,000 to 118,000 miles.
Porsche issued NHTSA Campaign 17V368 (AH08, AKA7, AKB1, ANB4) to address this, but owners report parts remain unavailable at dealerships even after recall notification. Two owners spent six months and counting waiting for recall completion at different dealerships; one was charged $12,000 out-of-pocket for engine disassembly work that should have been covered. Engine replacement is the standard repair, running $25,000 in one documented case.
Owners also report one fuel pump and control module failure at 100,000 miles causing power loss at 70 mph, and one engine bolt dislodgement at 25,000 miles. One complaint cites slow intake camshaft response with a reimbursement request but no repair details. The camshaft bolt failures appear endemic to the model; multiple owners reference identical complaints online and note the defect triggered recalls in China but went unaddressed in the U.S. until the NHTSA campaign.
Failure modes owners describe
Camshaft actuator/adjuster bolt fracture and camshaft failure
Camshaft adjuster bolts, camshaft actuator bolts, or bolt pins break or fracture, causing the camshaft to separate or become damaged. Metal shavings are found in the oil pan and engine, and the entire engine typically requires replacement.
When: 41,000–118,000 miles; some failures occur while driving at highway speeds (50–70 mph), one while idle, one at traffic light, one during oil change service
Symptoms owners cite: Engine stalls without warning; Abnormal grinding or metallic noises from engine; Vehicle shakes violently; Speed reduces or vehicle loses power; Check engine light illuminates; Camshaft indicator or PSAM light illuminates; Engine fails to restart after stall; Metal shavings in oil pan
Codes mentioned: NHTSA Campaign 17V368000 (Engine), AH08, AKA7, AKB1, ANB4
Repairs/costs cited: Complete engine replacement reported as the only repair, costing $25,000 in one case. Dealerships cited engine disassembly and rebuild costs up to $12,000. Many owners out of warranty at time of failure.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 17V368000 recalls AH08, AKA7, AKB1, and ANB4. Recall was issued for vehicles imported to China but not applied to U.S. market vehicles until recall campaign 17V368. Multiple owners report parts unavailability and dealership delays; one owner reported 6-month wait with no completion at two dealerships; another reported extended dealer repair delays without completing recall work.
Fuel pump and fuel pump control module failure
Fuel pump or fuel pump body control module fails, causing engine shutdown at speed. Replaced component fails again within months; issue persists after replacement.
When: Approximately 100,000 miles; second failure occurred roughly 2 months after initial repair
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle suddenly shakes and powers off while accelerating from idle or at 70 mph; Persistent fuel odor emitting from vehicle between failures; Engine loses power
Repairs/costs cited: Fuel pump replaced first; issue persisted. Fuel pump body control module then replaced. Issue reoccurred; vehicle remained unrepaired as of complaint submission.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer made aware and opened a case.
Engine bolt dislodgement
Engine bolt dislodges from mounting and enters engine cavity, causing severe internal damage requiring engine replacement.
When: 25,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Engine stalls without warning while driving; Vehicle fails to restart
Repairs/costs cited: Engine replacement in process at time of complaint.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer notified of failure.
Slow intake camshaft response
Intake camshaft operates sluggishly, requiring repair and generating owner request for reimbursement.
Symptoms owners cite: Slow response of intake camshaft
Repairs/costs cited: Repair required; owner seeking reimbursement.
Synthesized from 15 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 10 most recent
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Porsche panamera. While driving 45 MPH, the check engine indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact received NHTSA campaign number: 17v368000 (engine). The dealer (Porsche of destin, 808 airport rd, destin, fl 32541) stated that parts were unavailable for the repair. The manufacturer was also contacted and was unable to provide assistance. The failure…
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Porsche panamera. The contact stated that while driving, the engine, the psam, the sport and comfort mode warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the sport and comfort mode not activated. The contact stated that the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to Porsche south shore (185 w sunrise hwy, freeport, ny 11520) and was…
The engine of my Porsche panamera went into a total failure because of faulty design/parts by the manufacturer (I.e. Screws broke inside the camshaft/block). After doing research online, this is a very common problem with Porsche panamera, even the service manager at the dealership (Porsche of orlando) told me this. Due to this issue, the car, while my son was driving, essentially stopped…
"takata recall" camshaft adjuster bolt pin broke off and camshaft came a part. Incident happened on freeway. Had the car towed to the dealership and they took a part the engine and found a bunch of metal in the oil pan. The entire engine had to be replaced. There was a recall for this issue on cars imported into china but that did not cover my car. Porsche knew about this problem but refusing…
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Porsche panamera. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17v368000 (engine); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer (Porsche of nashville, 1580 mallory ln, brentwood, tn 37027) was contacted and confirmed that the parts…
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Porsche panamera. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to an authorized dealer. The technician stated that one of the engine bolts dislodged into the engine which caused severe damage. The engine was in the process of being replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The…
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Porsche panamera. The contact stated that while the vehicle was idle for a few minutes, the contact attempted to place their vehicle in drive and accelerated forward but the vehicle suddenly shook and powered off. The contact had a mobile mechanic diagnose the vehicle. The mechanic stated that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The fuel pump was replaced and the…
Camshaft adjuster bolt pin broke off and camshaft came a part. Incident happened while sitting at a traffic light. Had the car towed to the dealership and they took a part the engine and found a bunch of metal in the oil pan. The entire engine had to be replaced. There was a recall for this issue on cars imported into china but that did not cover my car. Had to pay for the repair out of pocket…
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Porsche panamera. While driving 70 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the cam indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not able to restart. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer (walters Porsche 8423 indiana avenue, riverside, ca 92504) where a diagnostic test was performed. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN tool was unable to confirm if the VIN was included in NHTSA…
I am reporting an issue with the AH08 recall (NHTSA Campaign 17V368) for my 2011 Porsche Panamera 4S. I experienced the failure on December 27, 2024, while driving on the highway. I scheduled repair at Porsche Greensboro (Foreign Cars Italia) for Dec 31, 2024, but they kept my vehicle for 33 days without completing any recall work. They then advised me to contact another dealer. I arranged to…
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Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2011 Porsche Panamera?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 15 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Across the 11 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most engine failures cluster between 41,000 and 100,000 miles, with the median around 68,120. A quarter of owners report trouble before 41,000; a quarter make it past 100,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
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nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2011/Porsche/Panamera.
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