Recall 21V362 covers 565 2021 Porsche Panamera and Taycan vehicles with incorrectly forged front lower trailing arms. Repair is free at any franchised Porsche dealer.
Porsche is recalling 565 2021 Panamera and Taycan vehicles because the front lower trailing arms were not forged correctly and can break. A broken trailing arm can cause loss of vehicle control and raise crash risk; Porsche dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front lower trailing arm on the 2021 Porsche Panamera and Taycan is a suspension guide on the bottom side of the front axle. It connects the wheel carrier to the front axle carrier, helping keep the front wheel in the correct position as the suspension moves and the vehicle brakes or turns.
On affected vehicles, the trailing arm was not forged correctly. Forging is the manufacturing step that shapes the metal under pressure, and Porsche found that the required process was not followed on certain production dates. A defective arm can fracture, which changes how the front wheel is held and can lead to loss of control while braking.
The arm can break without warning, but the break itself can come with an audible cracking noise. After that, owners can hear loud grinding or rattling, and the steering wheel can sit noticeably off center even during light braking.
Who's affected?
Covers 8 Porsche Panamera and Taycan variants sharing the same front suspension trailing arm.
| 2021 Porsche Panamera 4S E-Hybrid | front suspension |
|---|---|
| 2021 Porsche Panamera 4S | front suspension |
| 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid | front suspension |
| 2021 Porsche Panamera Turbo S | front suspension |
| 2021 Porsche Panamera GTS | front suspension |
| 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 | front suspension |
| 2021 Porsche Panamera | front suspension |
| 2021 Porsche Taycan | front suspension |
| Units affected | 565 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Year, model, and trim narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A broken front lower trailing arm can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash. It can break without warning, though an audible crack, loud grinding or rattling, or a noticeably misaligned steering wheel are warning signs to treat seriously. Schedule the repair soon and drive cautiously until it is complete. Repair is free at any franchised Porsche dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021 Porsche Panamera, Panamera 4, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, Panamera 4S, Panamera 4S E-Hybrid, Panamera GTS, Panamera Turbo S, or Taycan is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Porsche dealer to schedule the free front lower trailing arm replacement for the incorrectly forged suspension parts.
- Bring the recall notice if Porsche mailed one. If not, reference recall number 21V362 when you call.
- Call Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243 with questions, and mention Porsche recall AMB2.
- Drive carefully until the repair is complete, since a broken front lower trailing arm can cause loss of vehicle control.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Porsche technician replaces the front lower trailing arms covered by the recall. These arms help locate the front suspension; the recall repair removes the incorrectly forged parts and installs replacements. Parts and labor are free under the recall. Porsche has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid out of pocket for this repair before the notice. Bring repair orders, receipts, and payment records to the service desk.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 17, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 16, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| July 16, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 16, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| October 1, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V362?
Recall 21V362 covers 565 2021 Porsche Taycan and Panamera vehicles with front lower trailing arms that were not forged correctly and can break. A broken arm can cause loss of vehicle control and increase crash risk. Porsche dealers will replace the front lower trailing arms for free.
What should I do if my 2021 Porsche Panamera or Taycan is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 21V362. If it is, contact a franchised Porsche dealer to schedule replacement of the front lower trailing arms. Reference recall number 21V362 or Porsche recall AMB2 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Porsche dealers will replace the front lower trailing arms free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at any franchised Porsche dealer.
Is it safe to drive a Porsche included in recall 21V362?
The safety risk is loss of vehicle control if a front lower trailing arm breaks. Porsche has not issued a do-not-drive instruction for this recall, but an included vehicle needs the free dealer repair. Ask the dealer what to do if the vehicle feels unstable or unsafe to drive.
When were owners notified about recall 21V362?
Porsche mailed owner notification letters on October 1, 2021. If you bought the vehicle used or never received the letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2021 Porsche is included, then contact a Porsche dealer for the free repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V362000 |
|---|---|
| Porsche customer service | 1-800-767-7243 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V362 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V362000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- 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 Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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