Porsche Sunroof Drain Defect Settlement

If you are a current or past owner or lessee of a 2015-2023 Porsche Cayenne or Macan, or a 2014-2023 Panamera, you may be eligible to claim benefits from a class action settlement.

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. has agreed to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged defects in the sunroof draining systems of these vehicles, which purportedly led to water ingress into the interiors.

Who can file a claim?

To be part of the settlement, you must have purchased or leased a "Settlement Class Vehicle" in the United States.

These vehicles include:

• 2015-2023 Porsche Cayenne
• 2015-2023 Porsche Macan
• 2014-2023 Porsche Panamera

The vehicles must have been equipped with a sunroof and imported by Porsche Cars North America for sale or lease by authorized dealers in the U.S.

Who is excluded from the class?

• Current employees, officers, directors, agents, and representatives of Porsche Cars North America, and their family members
• Used car dealers and those who purchased vehicles for commercial resale
• Owners of vehicles with salvaged titles or those acquired as a total loss by insurance companies

How much can class members get?

The settlement offers several benefits, including:

• Warranty Extension: Coverage for a percentage of the cost of a Covered Repair, based on the vehicle's age and mileage at the time of repair.
• Reimbursement for Past Repairs: Class Members can claim reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses for a Covered Repair made before November 6, 2024. The reimbursement rate varies based on the vehicle's age and mileage at the time of repair.
• Annual Sunroof Drain Cleaning: Free annual sunroof drain cleaning for up to 9 years or 90,000 miles from the vehicle's In-Service Date.

The reimbursement rates are detailed in a tiered schedule based on the vehicle's age and mileage:

• Up to 36,000 Miles: 100% coverage for repairs within 3 years or less, and 100% for 3-4 years.
• 36,001 to 50,000 Miles: 100% coverage for repairs within 3 years or less, and 100% for 3-4 years.
• 50,001-72,000 Miles: 70% coverage for repairs within 3 years or less, and 65% for 3-4 years.
• 72,001-80,000 Miles: 60% coverage for repairs within 3 years or less, and 55% for 3-4 years.

For vehicles older than 6 years or with more than 80,000 miles, a 35% reimbursement is provided.

What proof is required to submit a claim?

Required documentation includes:

• Repair invoice or record showing the repair details
• Proof of payment for the repair
• Proof of ownership or lease of the vehicle at the time of repair

How to claim an award

To claim an award, you must complete and submit a Claim Form by mail, postmarked no later than February 4, 2025. The form should be sent to:

Sunroof Drain Settlement

1650 Arch Street, Suite 2210

Philadelphia, PA 19103

Claim instructions

1. Download and complete the Claim Form.
2. Gather all necessary documentation, including proof of repair and ownership.
3. Mail the completed form and documents to the address provided.

Payment methods

Payments will be made by check mailed to the address provided in the claim form.

Settlement fund expenses

• Attorney Fees: Up to $350,000
• Service Award for Class Representative: Up to $10,000
• Settlement Administration: TBD

Important dates

• Fairness Hearing: March 27, 2025
• Deadline to File a Claim: February 4, 2025

When is the Porsche Sunroof Settlement payout date?

The Court will hold a Fairness Hearing on March 27, 2025, to decide whether to approve the settlement. If approved, payments will be distributed following the resolution of any appeals.

Why is there a class action settlement?

The lawsuit alleged that certain Porsche vehicles were manufactured with defective sunroof draining systems, leading to water ingress. Porsche Cars North America has denied these claims but agreed to settle to avoid the costs and risks of litigation.