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 diagnosing codes were reset, however, the issue persisted. The mechanic then stated the fuel pump body control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that approximately 2 months after the repair, the failure reoccurred while driving approximately 70 MPH. The contact stated that during the time in between failures they have consistently smelt a fuel odor emitting from the vehicle. The contact had to have the vehicle towed to the mechanic, who reset the codes. The vehicle lost power again and had not received any additional repairs since. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened a case regarding the matter. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
2011 Porsche Panamera: sudden loss of power
5 of the 34 complaints about the 2011 Porsche Panamera describe sudden loss of power.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 15%
- typical mileage
- 94,200
- recalls
- 2
Sudden loss of power by model year
- 20181
- 20142
- 20122
- 20115
- 20101
What owners say
Earlier this year, I was driving approximately at 55 MPH, my 2011 porsche panamera's engine lost power and power steering,. Electronic system seemed to have power, battery was not dead but engine was dead resulting in loss of power steering and brakes. A similar problem was also reported by numerous drivers within a three year period on this model car (web search). When I asked if porsche was aware of a similar issue, porsche refused to provide an answer.
I was driving approx. At 55 MPH, engine lost power, lost power steering, brakes felt like having no power and it was very difficult to brake. Electronic system seemed to have power, battery was not dead but engine was dead resulting in loss of power steering and break. A similar problem was also reported by another driver on july 12, 2012 on this model car (web search). Porsches has checked my car and they report that there is no error code and it meets their specification. When I asked if porsche was aware of a similar issue, porsche refused to provide an answer. When I requested to have the contact information to a technical rep in germany or porsche quality representative, it was refused by porsche. When I asked if porsche has done a fault simulation specific to my problem, they refused to answer. Loss of engine power while driving can be catastrophic and life threatening. I would like an official investigation into this defect.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 porsche panamera. While driving 35 -40 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the speed dropped to 10 MPH. The engine power reduced warning light and the traction control disabled warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer, who diagnosed that the cam shaft adjuster detached and may have caused an engine block, resulting in a loss of engine power. The manufacturer was notified and advised the contact to see a local dealer. The failure mileage was 46,000.
I was driving approx. At 55 MPH, engine lost power, lost power steering, brakes felt like having no power and it was very difficult to brake. Electronic system seemed to have power, battery was not dead but engine was dead resulting in loss of power steering and break. A similar problem was also reported by another driver on july 12, 2012 on this model car (web search). Porsches has checked my car and they report that there is no error code and it meets their specification. When I asked if porsche was aware of a similar issue, porsche refused to provide an answer. When I requested to have the contact information to a technical rep in germany or porsche quality representative, it was refused by porsche. When I asked if porsche has done a fault simulation specific to my problem, they refused to answer. Loss of engine power while driving can be catastrophic and life threatening. I would like an official investigation into this defect.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche A40 Engine Oils
- Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C40 Engine Oils
- Allocation of Approved Engine Oils MY 2027 (13/26)
- Overview of Approved Porsche C40 Engine Oils (18/26)
- Overview of Approved Porsche C20 Engine Oils (17/26)
- Overview of Approved Porsche C30 Engine Oils (16/26)
- Overview of Approved Porsche A40 Engine Oils (15/26)
- Overview of Approved Porsche C40 Engine Oils (21/26)
Related recalls
Engine
- What is wrong
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2010-2012 Panamera S, Panamera 4S and Panamera Turbo vehicles, 2011-2012 Panamera and Panamera 4 vehicles, and 2011 Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo vehicles. The affected vehicles have camshaft controllers that may come loose inside the engine, potentially resulting in an engine stall.
- Risk
- An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fastening screws for the camshaft adjusters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2018. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy is available. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1‑800‑767‑7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AH08.
Recall number 17V368000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline: turbo/supercharger
- What is wrong
- Porsche is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 panamera turbo, 2012 panamera turbo s, and 2012 cayenne turbo vehicles. The turbine wheel of a turbocharger may fracture due to a casting defect. If a fracture occurs, vehicle performance will be decreased and the turbine shaft may fracture.
- Risk
- If the shaft fractures, oil may be drawn into the exhaust system, resulting in smoke and the increased risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the turbine wheels, free of charge. The recall began on august 31, 2012. Owners may contact porsche at 1‑800‑767‑7243.
Recall number 12V329000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2011 Porsche Panamera loss of power
Is sudden loss of power a common problem on the 2011 Porsche Panamera?
5 of 34 owner complaints about the 2011 Porsche Panamera (15%) mention sudden loss of power. The model year with the most reports is 2011.
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