REC-001149

active

2016–2018 PORSCHE PANAMERA

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Porsche AG

Recall date: 8 January 2019

Defect

Due to a software error, the electric power steering may become unavailable sporadically. If this occurs, greater force will then be required to turn the steering wheel. Power steering will be fully available again after switching the ignition off and on again.

Hazard

A potential for increased steering efforts exists which may result in reduced steering control. This may pose an increased risk of accident or injury to vehicle occupants or other road users.

Remedy

Affected customers will be contacted by mail or can contact their nearest Porsche dealer to arrange an inspection and repair of the vehicle. To find your nearest Porsche dealer, visit https://www.porsche.com/australia/dealersearch/?m-01-dealer-search-field=

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Porsche AG — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-001149