Recall 18V841 affects 112 2018 Porsche Panamera vehicles for corroded front brake lines. Repair is free at any franchised Porsche dealer.
Porsche is recalling 112 2018 Panamera hybrid vehicles under recall 18V841 because front axle brake lines can corrode inside the line. Reduced front braking performance increases the risk of a crash, and Porsche dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
Does this recall apply to your specific vehicle?
The official, free per-VIN recall check is run by NHTSA. Enter your VIN and we'll forward you directly — and add you to a free watchlist so you hear about new recalls for your vehicle.
Check my VIN at NHTSARecallNotify doesn't check your VIN — NHTSA's official tool does. We use your email only to alert you to new recalls.
Watch this vehicle for recalls
Add it to your free watchlist and we will alert you as new federal recalls are posted for your year, make and model. New-recall alerts are rolling out now.
You are on the watchlist.
We will email you as new federal recalls are posted for your vehicle.
What's wrong?
The front brake lines on the 2018 Porsche Panamera are rigid metal tubes on the front axle that carry hydraulic brake fluid to the front brakes. When you press the pedal, fluid pressure moves through those lines and helps clamp the brake pads against the rotors. The front brakes need steady fluid pressure to respond as designed.
On affected Panamera Hybrid vehicles, brake lines from the supplier were not made to Porsche's specifications because a production tool was damaged. Corrosion forms inside the line over time. That corrosion restricts or damages the fluid path, so the front brakes lose some performance when the driver needs them.
There is no warning sign before failure. The filing does not list a dashboard light, pedal change, sound, or other symptom owners can rely on before the corrosion affects front braking.
Who's affected?
| 2018 Porsche Panamera | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 112 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2018 Porsche Panamera is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
Corrosion in the brake line reduces braking ability and increases the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before failure, so confirm your VIN and schedule the dealer repair soon if included. Repair is free at any franchised Porsche dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Porsche Panamera is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Porsche dealer to schedule the free brake-line replacement that addresses corrosion affecting front braking performance.
- Bring the recall notice if Porsche mailed one. If not, reference recall number 18V841 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance and avoid hard braking.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Porsche technician replaces the affected brake line and any brake components damaged by the brake line corrosion. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Porsche used its general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for the same brake-line repair before the recall work. Bring repair invoices, receipts, and any related service notes to the Porsche service desk so the dealer can document the claim under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 28, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 27, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| January 27, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 27, 2019 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| January 27, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| June 26, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V841?
Recall 18V841 covers 112 2018 Porsche Panamera vehicles with front axle brake lines that can corrode over time. Corrosion inside the brake line can reduce front braking performance and increase crash risk. Porsche dealers will replace the brake line and damaged brake components for free.
What should I do if my 2018 Porsche Panamera is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Panamera is included in recall 18V841. If it is, contact a franchised Porsche dealer to schedule the brake line replacement. Reference Porsche recall number AJ11 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Porsche will replace the brake line and any damaged brake components free of charge at a franchised Porsche dealer.
What is the safety risk in recall 18V841?
The safety risk is reduced braking ability from corroded front brake lines. If front braking performance drops, the vehicle needs more stopping distance and crash risk increases. Porsche's repair replaces the brake line and damaged brake components for free.
What if I bought my 2018 Porsche Panamera used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to honor safety recalls regardless of ownership history. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Panamera is included, then call a franchised Porsche dealer and reference recall AJ11.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V841000 |
|---|---|
| Porsche customer service | 1-800-767-7243 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V841 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V841000 |
Source documents
-
Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →