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Common Problems with the
2021–2024 Porsche Panamera (971)

We've identified 2 known issues that can affect the 2021–2024 Porsche Panamera (971). None are considered critical, but they're worth knowing about before you buy.

2
Known Issues
0
Serious
1
Moderate
1
Minor

The 2021–2024 period has an average number of reported issues compared to other Porsche Panamera (971) year periods.

All Known Issues

Air Suspension Leak

ModerateSuspension & Chassis

Air struts can leak on 971 models, causing the car to sag. More robust than the 970 but still a common failure point.

Most affected: Models with air suspension

Estimated cost: £1,200–£2,000 per cornerAffects: 2017–2024Often appears around: 60k-100k miles

Typical symptoms

  • •Car sagging after parking
  • •Chassis system failure message

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Check ride height after car has sat overnight

Rear Spoiler Actuator Failure

MinorBodywork & Rust

The hydraulic rear spoiler actuators can wear out, forcing the wing to stay up or fail to deploy. Common on Turbo models.

Most affected: Turbo and GTS models

Estimated cost: £500–£1,200Affects: 2017–2024Often appears around: 40k-80k miles

Typical symptoms

  • •Spoiler stuck in up position
  • •Spoiler warning light
  • •Spoiler not deploying

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Test spoiler operation via button
  • ✓Check for spoiler warning lights

Buying Tips for the 2021 Porsche Panamera (971)

  • ✓Test the active rear spoiler; the folding mechanism on Turbo models can jam.
  • ✓Verify PCM software version; early cars had frequent screen blackouts.
  • ✓Check air suspension for leaks, though more robust than the 970.
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