Porsche communication management system class action settlement

Porsche agreed to a class action lawsuit settlement to resolve claims some of its vehicles were equipped with defective communication management systems that reboot unexpectedly.

The settlement benefits individuals who owned or leased a Porsche vehicle equipped with an XM radio antenna and Porsche Communication Management (PCM) system 3.1 as of May 20, 2020. The following models were equipped with a PCM 3.1 system:

• 2010-2016 Panamera
• 2011-2016 Cayenne
• 2012-2016 911 Carrera
• 2012-2016 Boxster
• 2012-2016 Cayman
• 2015-2016 Macan

Class members can look up their vehicle’s VIN on the settlement website to check their eligibility.

According to the Porsche class action lawsuit, some Porsche vehicles were equipped with defective PCM systems that rebooted unexpectedly. Some consumers had to pay out of their own pockets to have these systems repaired, the plaintiffs contend, while others incurred additional out-of-pocket expenses related to the issue.

The PCM system in Porsche vehicles is responsible for all audio, communication and navigation functions in addition to other standard vehicle functions. 

Porsche hasn’t admitted any wrongdoing but agreed to pay an undisclosed sum as part of a settlement to resolve the class action lawsuit.

Under the terms of the settlement, class members can receive up to $7,500 for out-of-pocket expenses incurred as a result of Porsche communication management system rebooting. This may include replacements, repairs, battery replacements, towing, alternative transportation costs and more. 

Class members who didn’t incur any expenses but did spend time dealing with the issue can choose to receive either a $25 payment or a $50 dealer credit.

The deadline for exclusion and objection is May 19, 2023.

The final approval hearing for the Porsche settlement is scheduled for June 21, 2023. 

In order to receive a settlement payment, class members must submit a valid claim form by Aug. 20, 2024.

Who’s Eligible

Individuals who owned or leased a Porsche vehicle equipped with an XM radio antenna and Porsche Communication Management (PCM) system 3.1 as of May 20, 2020

The following models were equipped with a PCM 3.1 system:

• 2010-2016 Panamera
• 2011-2016 Cayenne
• 2012-2016 911 Carrera
• 2012-2016 Boxster
• 2012-2016 Cayman
• 2015-2016 Macan

Class members can look up their vehicle VIN number on the settlement website to check their eligibility.

Potential Award

$7,500

Proof of Purchase

Documentation of reboot-related expenses

Claim Form

NOTE: If you do not qualify for this settlement do NOT file a claim.

Remember: you are submitting your claim under penalty of perjury. You are also harming other eligible Class Members by submitting a fraudulent claim. If you’re unsure if you qualify, please read the FAQ section of the Settlement Administrator’s website to ensure you meet all standards (Top Class Actions is not a Settlement Administrator). If you don’t qualify for this settlement, check out our database of other open class action settlements you may be eligible for.

Claim Form Deadline

08/20/2024

Case Name

Bowen, et al. v Porsche Cars NA Inc., Case No. 1:21-CV-471-MHC, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia

Final Hearing

06/21/2023

Settlement Website

PorschePCMSettlement.com

Claims Administrator

Porsche PCM
Settlement Administrator
P.O. Box 173074
Milwaukee, WI 53217
info@PorschePCMSettlement.com
866-905-8126

Class Counsel

Matthew R Wilson 
Michael J Boyle Jr. 
MEYER WILSON CO LPA

Defense Counsel

Cari K Dawson 
Kara F Kennedy 
ALSTON & BIRD LLP