The Verdict
Worst problem area
Fuel System
Fuel System leads by volume: 2 of 5 complaints (40%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Electrical include more fire reports (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 5
- Recall campaigns
- 1
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $4,050–$4,300
- Combined MPG
- 18–19
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | vs. 2010 Large Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 4,050–4,300 | 3,700–4,300 | 3,100–4,300 | |
| Combined MPG | 18–19 | 18–21 | 18–25 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 15–16 / 23–24 | 15–18 / 23–26 | 15–22 / 23–30 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 468–494 | 423–494 | 355–494 | |
| Complaints filed | 5 | 34 | 13 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 5 | 5 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 5 | 7 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2010 Porsche Panamera have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2010 Porsche Panamera?
Fuel System: 2 of 5 NHTSA complaints (40%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2010 Porsche Panamera get?
EPA rates it 18–19 MPG combined across 3 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2010 Porsche Panamera?
EPA estimates $4,050–$4,300 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 7-spd | 8 | 4.8L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 16 mpg (high) | 24 mpg (high) | 19 mpg (high) | $4,050 (low) | 468 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 7-spd | 8 | 4.8L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 16 mpg (high) | 24 mpg (high) | 19 mpg (high) | $4,050 (low) | 468 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 7-spd | 8 | 4.8L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 15 mpg (low) | 23 mpg (low) | 18 mpg (low) | $4,300 (high) | 494 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
- Defect
- PORSCHE HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA OF A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 PANAMERA S, 4S AND TURBO 4-DOOR SEDAN. IF THE FRONT SEATS ARE ADJUSTED TOWARDS AN EXTREME POSITION, RESULTING IN UNFAVORABLE TOLERANCE OF THE MATING COMPONENTS, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE FUNCTION OF THE LOCKING MECHANISM OF THE SEAT BELT MOUNT CAN NO LONGER BE GUARANTEED. THE SEAT BELT MOUNT COULD DETACH FROM THE ANCHORING SYSTEM WHEN THE SEAT BELT IS FASTENED OR OPENED.
- Consequence
- IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT BELT MAY NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION FOR THE SEAT OCCUPANT, WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL HAVE AN ADDITIONAL LOCKING ELEMENT INSTALLED ON THE SEAT BELT ANCHORING SYSTEM FOR BOTH FRONT SEATS. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 30, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039.