Porsche Cayenne recalls

63 official safety recalls for the Porsche Cayenne from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

United States: nhtsa.gov/recalls
United Kingdom: check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk

Rearview camera image may not display in reverse
Reported December 19, 2025Model years 2019–2025NHTSA campaign 25V896000172,107 vehicles affected
The rearview camera image may not appear when reverse is selected, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the driver assistance software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019-2025 Cayenne, Cayenne E-Hybrid, 2020-2025 911, Taycan, 2024-2025 Panamera, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the driver assistance software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASB2. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 19, 2026.
High-pressure pump connection may leak fuel
Reported October 9, 2025Model years 2023–2025DVSA recall R/2025/43212 vehicles affected
A high-pressure pump screw connection may not meet specifications and could leak, creating a risk of fuel igniting. Both pump connections will be checked, and the pumps and fuel lines replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ASA9 Recall campaign - Check the high-pressure pump connections and if necessary replace the high-pressure pumps including fuel lines
Defect
On affected vehicles the screw connection of the high-pressure pump was not implemented in accordance with the technical specifications. This can lead to a leak and the possibility of the fuel igniting.
Remedy
Check the screw connections of both high-pressure pumps and replace the high-pressure pumps and fuel lines if necessary.
Fuel pump fasteners may loosen and cause a leak
Reported September 23, 2025Model years 2024–2026NHTSA campaign 25V634000177 vehicles affected
Improperly tightened high-pressure fuel pump fasteners may cause a fuel leak. A leak near an ignition source increases fire risk. Dealers will inspect and tighten the connections and replace the pump and fuel lines as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Panamera, Cayenne, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid vehicles. The fasteners securing the high pressure fuel pump may not be tightened properly, resulting in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten the screw connections and replace the high pressure fuel pump and fuel lines as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2025. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASA9. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 10, 2025.
Engine control unit may have incorrect software
Reported December 1, 2024Model years 2014–2017DVSA recall R/2025/063100 vehicles affected
The engine control unit may have the wrong software version. Its software will be checked and updated to the correct version if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ARC1 Recall campaign - Re-programming DME control unit
Defect
The software version of the engine control unit does not correspond to the software version that should be on the vehicle.
Remedy
Review the software version of the engine control unit and if necessary update it to the correct software version.
Engine control unit may have incorrect software
Reported December 1, 2024Model years 2012–2017DVSA recall R/2025/06123 vehicles affected
The engine control unit may have the wrong software version. Its software will be checked and updated to the correct version if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ARB9 Recall campaign - Re-program DME control unit
Defect
The software version of the engine control unit does not correspond to the software version that should be on the vehicle.
Remedy
Review the software version of the engine control unit and if necessary update it to the correct software version.
Engine control unit may have incorrect software
Reported December 1, 2024Model years 2016–2017DVSA recall R/2025/06019 vehicles affected
The engine control unit may have the wrong software version. Its software will be checked and updated to the correct version if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ARC2 Recall campaign - Re-programming DME control unit
Defect
The software version of the engine control unit does not correspond to the software version that should be on the vehicle.
Remedy
Review the software version of the engine control unit and if necessary update it to the correct software version.
Front upper trailing arm may break
Reported August 2, 2024Model years 2024DVSA recall R/2024/306650 vehicles affected
The nearside front upper trailing arm may not meet specifications and could break. It will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ARB2 - Replacing upper trailing arm on the front axle
Defect
On affected vehicles thereâs a possibility the upper trailing arms on the nearside front axle do not meet required specifications. If this is the case the trailing arm may break.
Remedy
Replace the nearside upper trailing arm on the front axle.
Front control arm may crack and break
Reported July 16, 2024Model years 2024NHTSA campaign 24V5330002,475 vehicles affected
Do not drive: the maker advises not to drive affected vehicles until they are repaired.
The left front upper control arm may have cracks and break, causing sudden loss of steering and wheel control and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace it free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER ARM
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2024 Cayenne vehicles. The driver's side front axle upper left control arm installed on the vehicles may have been installed with cracks, which can result in front axle control arm breaking and an unexpected loss of steering and wheel control.
Consequence
A sudden loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver side left upper control arm, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 13, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ARB2.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Charging cable or outlet may overheat
Reported December 13, 2023Model years 2019–2024NHTSA campaign 23V84100041,345 vehicles affected
When using the 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home outlets may not handle the required current, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat and increasing fire risk. Do not use the 220V/240V portable cable; use the 110V cable or public charging stations. Dealers will provide a replacement 220V/240V cable with a temperature sensor free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ONBOARD
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling various models and model years. Please see the recall report for a list of the included vehicles. When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat.
Consequence
An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to use the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110V home charging cable or public charging stations. Dealers will supply a new 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable with an incorporated temperature sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 24, 2024. A second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available, anticipated mid-2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APB6.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rear hazard and parking lights may not illuminate
Reported July 27, 2023Model years 2024NHTSA campaign 23V5270002,934 vehicles affected
After the vehicle is turned off, rear hazard warning and parking lights may not illuminate if activated within 10 seconds after the gateway control unit shuts off, reducing visibility to other drivers and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the control unit software, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2024 Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne Coupe, Cayenne Turbo GT, and Cayenne S Coupe vehicles. After the vehicle is turned off, the rear hazard warning lights and the parking lights may not illuminate if they are activated within 10 seconds after the gateway control unit shuts off. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
Rear hazard warning lights and parking lights that fail to illuminate can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the gateway control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 26, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APB1.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Headlight adjustment screw caps may be missing
Reported August 30, 2022Model years 2003–2017NHTSA campaign 22V656000222,858 vehicles affected
Missing caps on the low-beam headlight adjustment screws may allow improper adjustment. The lights may not illuminate the road properly or may glare oncoming drivers, increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and install missing caps free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2020 Porsche Macan, Cayenne, Panamera, and Cayman S, 2001-2004 Boxster, Boxster S, 2004 Boxster 50 JAHRE SPYDER 550 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all affected models and model years. The caps that cover the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which can allow the headlights to be improperly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
Improperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the headlights for sealing caps and install missing caps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANB4.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rear axle chassis geometry may be incorrect
Reported February 18, 2022Model years 2020–2021DVSA recall R/2022/05236 vehicles affected
The rear axle chassis geometry may have deviated. The chassis setting will be checked and corrected if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE CHASSIS GEOMETRY ON THE REAR AXLE HAS DEVIATED IN SOME CASES
Defect
During a data analysis with regard to carrying out recall campaign AMA9 we discovered that the chassis geometry on the rear axle has deviated in some cases.
Remedy
The chassis setting on the affected vehicles must be checked and corrected if necessary.
Rear axle misalignment may cause tire wear
Reported January 28, 2022Model years 2021–2022NHTSA campaign 22V0400001,241 vehicles affected
The rear axle alignment may not have been checked after earlier repairs. Misalignment can cause premature or uneven tire wear and increase crash risk. Dealers will inspect and adjust the alignment and replace affected tires free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Cayenne vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-271 (AMA9) were performed.
Consequence
Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 10, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANA1.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Engine control system needs emissions software update
Reported January 14, 2022Model years 2011–2015DVSA recall R/2022/00216,222 vehicles affected
The engine control system software will be updated to improve nitrogen oxide emissions.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
IMPROVE THE ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM IN TERMS OF NITROGEN OXIDE EMISSIONS
Defect
Improve the engine control system in terms of nitrogen oxide emissions.
Remedy
Engine control software will be updated.
Steering column screws may not meet specifications
Reported July 14, 2021Model years 2017–2021DVSA recall R/2021/271EU Safety Gate A12/01193/215 vehicles affected
The screws securing the steering column to the steering gear may not meet the required specifications. They will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SCREWS SECURING STEERING COLUMN TO STEERING GEAR DON'T MEET SPECIFICATIONS
Defect
The screws securing the steering column to the steering gear may not meetï¿½ the required specifications onï¿½affected vehicles.ï¿½
Remedy
The steering column screws must be replaced.ï¿½
Steering column connection screw may fail
Reported June 30, 2021Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 21V49300027 vehicles affected
The screw connection between the steering column and steering box may fail, causing the column to detach and the driver to lose control. Dealers will install a new screw, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING:COLUMN
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Cayenne vehicles. The screw connection between the steering column and steering box may fail, which can result in a detached steering column.
Consequence
A detached steering column can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new screw, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB4.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Engine cylinder bores may crack
Reported June 1, 2021Model years 2020DVSA recall R/2021/1822 vehicles affected
Cracks may form in the engine cylinder bores. The engine will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT A CRACK FORMATION COULD OCCUR ON THE ENGINE CYLINDER BORES
Defect
There is a possibility that a crack formation could occur on the engine cylinder bores.
Remedy
The engine on the affected vehicles will be replaced.
Engine cylinder bore may crack
Reported May 12, 2021Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 21V34100012 vehicles affected
Cracks in the engine cylinder bore may damage the engine, cause a stall or oil leak, and increase crash or fire risk. Dealers will replace the engine free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Cayenne Turbo, Cayenne GTS, and Cayenne GTS Coupe vehicles. Cracks may develop on the surface of the engine cylinder bore.
Consequence
Cracks may cause engine damage and a stall or an oil leak, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB1.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Rear axle trailing arm lock nuts may be faulty
Reported May 5, 2021Model years 2020DVSA recall R/2021/15150 vehicles affected
Lock nuts on the rear axle trailing arms may not meet the required manufacturing specifications. They will be replaced with nuts made to specification.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
A POSSIBILITY THAT LOCK NUTS WERE INSTALLED ON THE REAR AXLE TRAILING ARMS THAT WERE NOT MANUFACTURED ACCORDING TO THE REQUIRED PARAMETER FIELD
Defect
A possibility that lock nuts were installed on the rear axle trailing arms that were not manufactured according to the required parameter field.
Remedy
The lock nuts on the axle trailing arms of the rear axle must be replaced with nuts manufactured in accordance with the specifications.
Missing seat heating element may affect air bag deployment
Reported May 5, 2021Model years 2020–2021NHTSA campaign 21V318000136 vehicles affected
A missing passenger seat back heating element may affect occupant classification system calibration, so the front passenger air bag may fail to deploy and increase injury risk. Dealers will install a heating element free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Cayenne GTS, Cayenne GTS Coupe, 2020-2021 Cayenne Coupe, Cayenne S Coupe, Cayenne E-Hybrid Coupe vehicles. The passenger seat back heating element was not installed and may impact the calibration of the Occupant Classification System.
Consequence
The front passenger air bag may fail to deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will install a heating element, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 25, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB0.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Rear axle trailing arm lock nut may break
Reported April 21, 2021Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 21V2710001,568 vehicles affected
Stress corrosion may break a rear axle trailing arm lock nut, misaligning the axle and causing loss of control. Dealers will replace the lock nuts free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, Cayenne GTS, Cayenne Coupe, Cayenne S Coupe, Cayenne Turbo Coupe, and Cayenne GTS Coupe vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.
Consequence
A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock nuts, free of charge. The recall began on June 18, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA9.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Engine control unit data may cause excess emissions
Reported April 12, 2021EU Safety Gate A11/00079/21
A default in the engine control unit data may cause emissions to exceed prescribed limits. The product is recalled from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
Component
Environment
Defect
The affected vehicles may not meet the prescribed emission limits due to a default of the data version of the engine control unit. The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Remedy
Recall of the product from end users
Notes
Notified by France
Vehicle may exceed prescribed emission limits
Reported September 3, 2020Model years 2015–2017DVSA recall R/2020/2551,424 vehicles affected
The vehicle may not meet prescribed emission limits. The engine and transmission control units will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE VEHICLE MAY NOT MEET THE PRESCRIBED EMISSION LIMITS
Defect
The affected vehicle may not meet prescribed emission limits.
Remedy
The engine and transmission control units must be updated
Fuel supply line connector may leak
Reported May 27, 2020Model years 2017–2019DVSA recall R/2020/1412,144 vehicles affected
The quick connector on the fuel supply line may not seal properly. The fuel supply line in the engine compartment will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE TIGHTNESS OF THE QUICK CONNECTOR OF THE FUEL SUPPLY LINE MAY NOT BE ENSURED
Defect
The tightness of the quick connector of the fuel supply line may not be ensured.
Remedy
The fuel supply line in the engine compartment has to be replaced.
Transmission oil pipe may leak
Reported May 13, 2020Model years 2020NHTSA campaign 20V2710001,805 vehicles affected
An insufficient weld may cause the transmission oil pipe to leak fluid. A leak while driving may make the road slippery and increase crash risk. Dealers will inspect the pipe and replace it if necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020 Cayenne vehicles. An insufficient weld on a transmission oil pipe may cause the vehicle to leak automatic transmission fluid (ATF).
Consequence
If transmission fluid leaks while driving, the road surface may be made slippery, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmission oil pipe and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 8, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ALA5.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Fuel line connector may leak
Reported May 13, 2020Model years 2019–2020NHTSA campaign 20V2700002,253 vehicles affected
The fuel line quick connector in the engine compartment may leak. Fuel near an ignition source can increase the risk of fire. Dealers will replace the fuel line and connector, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Cayenne Turbo and 2020 Cayenne Turbo Coupe, Turbo S Hybrid and Turbo S Hybrid Coupe vehicles. The fuel line quick connector located in the engine compartment may leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line and quick connector, free of charge. The recall began September 8, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ALA4.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Engine control software may not meet emissions limits
Reported March 20, 2020Model years 2012–2017DVSA recall R/2020/0911,456 vehicles affected
The vehicle may not meet prescribed emissions limits. The engine control unit will be updated to improve the engine control system.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE DATA VERSION OF THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT MUST BE UPDATED TO IMPROVE THE NITROGEN OXIDE EMISSIONS
Defect
The affected vehicle may not meet prescribed emission limits.
Remedy
The engine control unit must be updated in order to improve the engine control system.
Brake wear indicator display logic may be incorrect
Reported November 12, 2019Model years 2017–2019DVSA recall R/2019/39112,500 vehicles affected
The brake wear indicator may not display correctly. Dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster with updated software.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
DUE TO FAULTY SOFTWARE THE DISPLAY LOGIC OF THE BRAKE WEAR INDICATOR IS NOT FULFILLED SUFFICIENTLY
Defect
The required display logic of the brake wear indicator is incorrect.
Remedy
The instrument cluster must be re-programmed with updated software.
Instrument cluster may not warn of worn brake pads
Reported October 16, 2019Model years 2019–2020NHTSA campaign 19V73500044,128 vehicles affected
The instrument cluster may not show a warning when brake pads are worn. The vehicle may not respond as expected when braking, increasing crash risk. Dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017 Panamera 4, Panamera Turbo, Panamera Turbo Executive, 2017-2018 Panamera, Panamera 4S Executive, Panamera 4S, 2018 Panamera Turbo S Hybrid, Panamera 4 Hybrid Sport Turismo, Panamera 4 Sport Turismo, Panamera Turbo S Hybrid Sport Turismo, Panamera 4 Hybrid, Panamera 4 Executive, 2019 Cayenne Hybrid, 2019-2020 Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, 2020 Cayenne Coupe, Cayenne Turbo Coupe, and Cayenne S Coupe vehicles. The instrument cluster may not provide a visual warning when the brake pads are worn out. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light vehicle brake systems."
Consequence
If the driver is not alerted when brake pads are worn out, the vehicle may not respond as expected when braking, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall is began December 13, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKB8. Note: This recall supersedes recall 19V115 and includes vehicles that were previously remedied under that campaign.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Transmission selector cable sleeve may break
Reported July 29, 2019Model years 2002–2010DVSA recall R/2019/20423,490 vehicles affected
The transmission selector lever plastic sleeve may not be durable enough and could break. The sleeve on the selector cable will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE SELECTOR LEVER CABLE PLASTIC SLEEVE DOES NOT HAVE THE REQUIRED DURABILITY AND MAY BREAK
Defect
The transmission selector lever plastic sleeve does not have the required durability.
Remedy
Replace the plastic sleeve on the selector cable.
Shift cable bushing may detach
Reported June 12, 2019Model years 2003–2010NHTSA campaign 19V44600099,665 vehicles affected
The bushing connecting the gear selector to the gearbox may degrade and detach. The lever may indicate Park when the transmission is not in Park, allowing the vehicle to roll if the parking brake is not applied. Dealers will replace the bushing free of charge; use the parking brake until repaired.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, 2004-2010 Cayenne, 2006 Cayenne Turbo S, 2010-2016 Panamera S, Panamera 4 S, Panamera Turbo, 2011-2016 Panamera, Panamera 4, 2012-2013 Panamera Turbo S, 2013-2016 Panamera 4 GTS, 2014-2016 Panamera 4 S Executive, Panamera Turbo Executive, Panamera Turbo S G1 II, Panamera Turbo S Executive, 2013 Panamera 4 Platinum Edition, Panamera Platinum Edition, 2016 Panamera 4 Edition, Panamera Edition, Panamera Turbo S Executive Luxury Sports vehicles. The bushing that attaches the gear selector lever to the gearbox may degrade over time, causing the bushing to detach. This condition could allow the driver to move the shift lever to Park and remove the ignition key, while the transmission may not be in Park, with no warning message or audible chime.
Consequence
If the vehicle is exited without the transmission being in Park and without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter cable bushing, free of charge. Owners are instructed to use the parking brake until their vehicle is repaired. The recall began August 9, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKB1.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Brake pad wear warning light may work incorrectly
Reported March 14, 2019Model years 2017–2018DVSA recall R/2019/0831,305 vehicles affected
An instrument cluster software error affects the brake pad wear warning light. The instrument cluster software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
MISSING ASSIGNMENT WITHIN THE SOFTWARE OF THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Defect
Brake pad wear warning light function is incorrect.
Remedy
Update software of instrument cluster.
Fuel may enter the carbon canister during refuelling
Reported February 26, 2019Model years 2018DVSA recall R/2018/360294 vehicles affected
Fuel may enter the carbon canister during refuelling. The fuel filler tube and carbon canister will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
IF FUEL NOZZLE IS TURNED OR NOT INSERTED FULLY INTO FILLER TUBE FUEL CAN GET INTO CARBON CANISTER IN FUEL TANK SYSTEM
Defect
Fuel may enter the carbon canister whilst refuelling.
Remedy
Replace fuel filler tube and carbon canister.
Rearview camera image may be delayed
Reported February 21, 2019Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 19V11100098 vehicles affected
A software failure may delay the rearview camera image, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the related software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019 Cayenne and Cayenne S vehicles. A software failure may cause the rearview camera image display to be delayed in responding. As such, these vehicles fail to comply to Federal Motor Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Consequence
A rearview camera display that does not function as designed can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the car, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will update the related software, free of charge. The recall began April 19, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA0.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Instrument cluster may not warn of worn brake pads
Reported February 20, 2019Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 19V11500014,110 vehicles affected
The instrument cluster may not display a warning when the brake pads are worn out. Without the warning, a driver may lose control while braking, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the instrument cluster software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2018 Panamera 4 Executive, Panamera 4S Sport Turismo, Panamera 4 Hybrid, Panamera 4 Hybrid Executive, Panamera 4 Hybrid Sport Turismo, Panamera Turbo Sport Turismo, Panamera Turbo S Hybrid Executive, Panamera Turbo S Hybrid, Panamera 4 Sport Turismo and Panamera Turbo S Hybrid Sport Turismo vehicles, 2017-2018 Panamera, Panamera 4, Panamera Turbo Executive, Panamera 4S, Panamera Turbo and Panamera 4S Executive vehicles and 2019 Cayenne S and Cayenne vehicles. The instrument cluster may not provide a visual warning when the brake pads are worn out. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light vehicle brake systems."
Consequence
If the driver is not alerted when brake pads are worn out, the driver may lose control of the vehicle while attempting to brake, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall began April 19, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA1/AKA0.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Shock absorbers may loosen
Reported February 20, 2019Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 19V1120001 vehicle affected
The shock absorber forks may allow the shock absorbers to loosen, which may impair steering and increase crash risk. A dealer will replace the forks free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling one 2019 Cayenne Turbo vehicle. The affected vehicle has shock absorber forks that may allow the shock absorbers to loosen.
Consequence
Loose shock absorbers may impair vehicle steering, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Porsche will notify the owner, and a dealers will replace the shock absorber forks, free of charge. The recall began April 19, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA2.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Ski bag seams may tear
Reported November 28, 2018Model years 2017–2018NHTSA campaign 18V844000142 vehicles affected
Incorrect thread may cause the ski bag fastening strap seams to tear, leaving the bag unsecured in a crash and increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the ski bags free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S, Cayenne Turbo, Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid, Cayenne GTS, Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid Platinum Edition, Macan Turbo and Macan GTS vehicles, 2017-2018 Cayenne S, Macan, Cayenne Platinum Edition and Macan S vehicles and 2018 Cayenne vehicles equipped with the optional ski bag. The ski bag fastening strap may have been sewn with incorrect thread, possibly resulting in the strap seams tearing and the ski bag being unsecured in the event of a crash.
Consequence
If the ski bag detaches during a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ski bags, free of charge. The recall began January 10, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ12.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Rear seat belt buckle may break under load
Reported October 24, 2018Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 18V751000415 vehicles affected
The passenger-side rear seat belt buckle may break under load, leaving the occupant improperly restrained in a crash and increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the buckle free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019 Porsche Cayenne vehicles. The passenger side rear seat belt buckle may break under load, such as in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Consequence
If the seat belt buckle breaks in the event of a crash, the occupant will not be properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger rear seat belt buckle, free of charge. The recall began November 30, 2018. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ09.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicle may not meet required safety standards
Reported October 31, 2017Model years 2013–2014DVSA recall R/2017/2921 vehicle affected
One pre-owned vehicle did not receive the required technical acceptance and may not meet current standards. Porsche AG will buy back the affected vehicle through its Porsche centre network.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
VEHICLE MAY NOT MEET REQUIRED SAFETY STANDARDS
Defect
Necessary technical acceptance not carried out by Porsche AG prior to sale of certain Porsche company cars. As a result one pre-owned vehicle does not comply to the latest standards and related quality standards.
Remedy
The one car affected will be bought back by Porsche AG through their Porsche centre network.
Fuel pump flange may crack and leak
Reported September 20, 2017Model years 2003–2006NHTSA campaign 17V57600050,145 vehicles affected
The fuel pump flange may crack and leak fuel, increasing the risk of fire if fuel meets an ignition source. Dealers will replace the fuel filter flanges with new flanges that have a protective film, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo vehicles, 2004-2006 Cayenne vehicles, and 2006 Cayenne S "Titanium" Edition vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel filter flanges with new filter flanges that have a protective film, free of charge. The recall began July 6, 2018. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AH10.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Camshaft controller fasteners may come loose
Reported June 7, 2017Model years 2011NHTSA campaign 17V36800018,005 vehicles affected
Camshaft controllers may come loose inside the engine and cause it to stall, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the camshaft adjuster fastening screws free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2010-2012 Panamera S, Panamera 4S and Panamera Turbo vehicles, 2011-2012 Panamera and Panamera 4 vehicles, and 2011 Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo vehicles. The affected vehicles have camshaft controllers that may come loose inside the engine, potentially resulting in an engine stall.
Consequence
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fastening screws for the camshaft adjusters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2018. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy is available. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AH08.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Brake pedal circlip may detach
Reported March 31, 2016Model years 2011–2016DVSA recall R/2016/06913,680 vehicles affected
A circlip may detach, allowing the brake pedal to come out of a bearing and reducing braking function. The circlip fitment will be checked and replaced as necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE REDUCED
Defect
The circlip on the bearing bracket for the pedals may detach. If this occurs the brake pedal will become unsecured axially and come out of one of the two bearings leading to decreased brake functionality.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the fitment of the circlip and replaced as necessary.
Brake pedal pivot pin may move
Reported March 23, 2016Model years 2011–2016NHTSA campaign 16V16900088,300 vehicles affected
A missing circlip may allow the brake pedal pivot pin to move and the pedal to dislodge, preventing the driver from applying the brakes and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect the assembly and install any missing circlip free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Cayenne vehicles manufactured April 28, 2010, to January 11, 2016. The brake pedal pivot pin may be missing a circlip, allowing the pivot pin to move and the brake pedal to dislodge.
Consequence
If the brake pedal dislodges, the driver may not be able to apply the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake pedal assembly circlip, installing any missing circlips, free of charge. The recall began on July 8, 2016. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AG02.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Fuel injector rails may leak
Reported January 23, 2015Model years 2011–2012DVSA recall R/2015/022224 vehicles affected
Fuel may leak from the injector rails. A fuel smell may be noticed, and there is a risk of fire. The injector fuel rails will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FUEL MAY LEAK - POSSIBILITY OF FIRE
Defect
Fuel may leak from the injector fuel rails. Occupants may notice a smell and though small there is a risk of fire.
Remedy
Replace injector fuel rails
Fuel injection system may leak
Reported January 20, 2015Model years 2011–2012NHTSA campaign 15V0160001,368 vehicles affected
The fuel injection system may leak, and fuel near an ignition source can cause a fire. Dealers will replace the fuel rails free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Cayenne S Hybrid, and 2012 Panamera S Hybrid vehicles manufactured April 26, 2011, to August 2, 2012. The fuel injection system may leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increasea the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rails, free of charge. The recall began on April 17, 2015. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Suspension alignment or fastener torque may be incorrect
Reported December 29, 2014Model years 2015NHTSA campaign 14V8240002 vehicles affected
Incorrect suspension alignment or loose camber, toe or caster connections may reduce handling and increase crash risk. Dealers will align the front and rear suspension, check fastener torque and retighten as needed free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SUSPENSION
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2015 Cayenne Diesel and Cayenne S vehicles manufactured November 26, 2014, to November 27, 2014. Due to a manufacturing error, the suspension alignment on the front and rear axles may not have been performed correctly and the screw connections of the camber, toe and caster may not have been tightened with the specified torque.
Consequence
If the suspension alignment was incorrectly performed, vehicle handling could be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will perform a front and rear suspension alignment, and check the screw connections for the proper torque, retightening as necessary, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification date. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AF04.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Fuel readings may overstate the amount remaining
Reported October 17, 2013Model years 2013–2014NHTSA campaign 13V506000207 vehicles affected
The displayed fuel range and gauge level may be higher than actual, causing the vehicle to run out of fuel and stall unexpectedly, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cayenne and Cayenne GTS, model year 2013 Cayenne Diesel and model year 2014 Cayenne S, S Hybrid, Turbo, and Turbo S vehicles manufactured May 27, 2013, through July 10, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the calculated range of the remaining fuel displayed on the instrument cluster may be higher than the actual range. Additionally, the fuel level indicated by the fuel gauge may also be higher than actual amount in the tank.
Consequence
The fuel display inaccuracies may result in the vehicle unexpectedly running out of fuel and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software free of charge. The recall began on December 5, 2013. Owners may contact Porsche at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's recall number is AD03.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Turbochargers may fail and cause a fire
Reported July 20, 2012DVSA recall R/2012/082108 vehicles affected
Turbochargers that do not meet the required standard may fail, causing rough running and loss of power, with a possibility of fire. The turbochargers will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FIRE MAY OCCUR
Defect
The turbo chargers fitted to the affected vehicles may not be manufactured to the required standard. The result of one or both of the turbo chargers failing is rough running and lack of power. In the worst case scenario there is a possibility that fire could occur.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the turbo chargers.
Turbocharger turbine wheel may fracture
Reported July 12, 2012Model years 2012NHTSA campaign 12V329000270 vehicles affected
A casting defect may cause a turbocharger turbine wheel to fracture, reducing performance and potentially breaking the turbine shaft. If the shaft breaks, oil may enter the exhaust system, causing smoke and increasing fire risk. Dealers will replace the turbine wheels, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
Defect
PORSCHE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 PANAMERA TURBO, 2012 PANAMERA TURBO S, AND 2012 CAYENNE TURBO VEHICLES. THE TURBINE WHEEL OF A TURBOCHARGER MAY FRACTURE DUE TO A CASTING DEFECT. IF A FRACTURE OCCURS, VEHICLE PERFORMANCE WILL BE DECREASED AND THE TURBINE SHAFT MAY FRACTURE.
Consequence
IF THE SHAFT FRACTURES, OIL MAY BE DRAWN INTO THE EXHAUST SYSTEM, RESULTING IN SMOKE AND THE INCREASED RISK OF A FIRE.
Remedy
PORSCHE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TURBINE WHEELS, FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 31, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-767-7243.
Notes
PORSCHE'S SAFETY RECALL NUMBER IS AC04.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Headlight may detach from the wing
Reported February 23, 2012DVSA recall R/2012/0203,154 vehicles affected
If a headlight module is not locked correctly, movement relative to the wing may cause it to detach in rare cases. The locking mechanisms on both headlights will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
HEADLIGHT MAY DETACH
Defect
If a headlight module is not locked correctly relative movements with respect to the wing can occur. In rare cases this can cause the headlight to become detached from the wing. Based on results from internal quality control checks and individual complaints Porsche has decided to incorporate measures to make the locking system more robust into standard production and they will retrofit these changes on existing models.
Remedy
Affected vehicles will be recalled to have the locking mechanism on both headlights replaced.
Headlamps may come loose and detach
Reported February 21, 2012Model years 2011–2012NHTSA campaign 12V06500020,278 vehicles affected
The headlamps may come loose and detach from the fender, causing loss of visibility and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the headlamp locking assemblies, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect
PORSCHE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 CAYENNE, CAYENNE S, CAYENNE S HYBRID, AND CAYENNE TURBO VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 8, 2010, THROUGH JANUARY 31, 2012 BECAUSE THE HEADLAMPS MAY COME LOOSE AND DETACH FROM THE FENDER.
Consequence
A DETACHED HEADLIGHT COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF VISIBILITY AND AN INCREASED RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
PORSCHE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEADLAMP LOCKING ASSEMBLIES, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 9, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-767-7243.
Notes
PORSCHE'S SAFETY RECALL NUMBER IS AC01.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Fuel line may chafe and leak
Reported February 20, 2008Model years 2008NHTSA campaign 08V0760005,573 vehicles affected
The fuel line may contact the engine compartment cover and chafe as the engine moves, potentially causing a fuel leak and fire if fuel reaches an ignition source. Dealers will reroute the line and install an additional spacer ring free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
PORSCHE IS RECALLING 5,573 MY 2008 CAYENNE V6 VEHICLES. A FUEL LINE IN THE PLENUM PANEL AREA MAY CONTACT THE REAR ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER. RELATIVE MOVEMENTS OF THE ENGINE WHILE DRIVING MAY CAUSE KNOCKING NOISES AND CHAFING ON THE FUEL LINE. A FUEL LEAK MAY DEVELOP.
Consequence
FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REROUTE THE FUEL LINE AND INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL SPACER RING FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 15, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-767-7243.
Notes
PORSCHE RECALL NO. A803.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Fuel line may be damaged and leak
Reported February 18, 2008DVSA recall R/2008/029982 vehicles affected
A fuel line may rub against the engine compartment cover, causing noise and possible damage that could lead to a fuel leak. The line will be rerouted and a spacer fitted; a damaged line will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FUEL MAY LEAK
Defect
It has been identified that the possibility exists that a fuel line within the scuttle panel area may be in contact with the engine compartment cover. This can result in a knocking noise and the fuel line becoming damaged with the attendant possibility that a fuel leak may occur.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the routing of the fuel line changed and an additional spacer fitted. In the event of damage to the fuel line it will be replaced.
Seat belt may not secure some child restraints
Reported December 15, 2004Model years 2003–2005NHTSA campaign 04V59300031,000 vehicles affected
The seat belt may switch out of child-restraint locking mode with certain child seats, leaving the restraint unsecured in a crash and increasing the risk of injury or death. Dealers will install a clip in an affected rear outboard seat belt and provide an owner's manual insert.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS
Defect
CERTAIN PASSENGER CARS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." ALL THREE REAR SEAT POSITIONS AND THE FRONT PASSENGER POSITION ARE EQUIPPED WITH SEAT BELT RETRACTORS THAT HAVE A LOCKING FEATURE WHICH CONVERTS THE RETRACTOR FROM AN EMERGENCY LOCKING RETRACTOR (ELR) MODE TO AN AUTOMATIC LOCKING RETRACTOR (ALR) MODE FOR THE PURPOSES OF CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION. THE BELT MAY DEACTIVATE THE ALR MODE WITH CERTAIN CHILD RESTRAINTS.
Consequence
WHEN INVOLVED IN A CRASH, THE CHILD RESTRAINTS MAY NOT BE PROPERLY SECURED INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL PERMANENTLY INSTALL A CLIP IN EITHER OF THE AFFECTED REAR OUTBOARD SEAT BELTS AND PROVIDE AN OWNER'S MANUAL INSERT. THE CLIPS WILL PREVENT UNWARRANTED CONVERSION FROM ALR TO ELR MODE WITH CHILD SEAT INSTALLATION. THE RECALL BEGAN MAY 17, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039.
Notes
PORSCHE RECALL NO. A506.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Rear seat belt latch bolt may be insecure
Reported May 17, 2004Model years 2003–2004NHTSA campaign 04V23100019,175 vehicles affected
The rear seat belt latch attachment bolt may be insufficiently riveted. In a crash, the occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will inspect the latch and replace it if necessary.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
Defect
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE REAR SEAT BELT LATCH ATTACHMENT BOLT IS INSUFFICIENT RIVETED.
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BELT BUCKLE LATCH AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE LATCH. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JUNE 1, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039.
Notes
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Handbrake spring may damage wiring harness
Reported March 31, 2004Model years 2003DVSA recall R/2004/052842 vehicles affected
The foot operated handbrake spring may rub against and damage the main wiring harness. A protective cover will be fitted.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE SPRING OF THE FOOT OPERATED HANDBRAKE MAY RUB ON THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS
Defect
Possibility that the spring of the foot operated handbrake may rub on the main wiring harness and damage it
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and fit a cover to protect the harness.
Front seat frame may lack crash resistance
Reported March 31, 2004Model years 2003DVSA recall R/2004/05114 vehicles affected
The left front seat frame may not have adequate crash resistance. A replacement seat will be fitted.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
INADEQUATE CRASH RESISTANCE FOR FRONT LEFT SEAT FRAME
Defect
Inadequate crash resistance for left hand front seat frame
Remedy
Recall likely to be affected vehicles and fit a replacement seat
Fuel filler may build up an electrostatic charge
Reported March 31, 2004Model years 2003DVSA recall R/2004/0501 vehicle affected
A poor ground connection at the fuel filler may allow a charge to build up and, in rare cases, create a spark that ignites fuel vapour outside the filler neck. The ground connection will be inspected and reworked if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FILLING THE FUEL TANK MAY CAUSE AN ELECTROSTATIC CHARGE
Defect
There is a possibility that the ground connection between the thread of the tank filler neck and the connecting pipe to the fuel tank may not be sound which may result in an electrostatic charge which in rare cases could create a spark which could ignite fuel vapours in the area outside of the tank filler neck which could lead to a muffled detonation..
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles inspect and if necessary rework ground connection.
Driver's seat frame may break in a crash
Reported February 18, 2004Model years 2003–2004NHTSA campaign 04V0720004,144 vehicles affected
The driver's seat frame may not be adequately welded and could break in a crash, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the seat frame.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEATS
Defect
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT FRAMES WERE NOT ADEQUATELY WELDED.
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT FRAME COULD BREAK, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT FRAME. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MARCH 29, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039.
Notes
PORSCHE RECALL NO. A306.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Transfer case may lose lubrication and fracture
Reported February 18, 2004Model years 2004NHTSA campaign 04V0710004,099 vehicles affected
A transfer case housing change may cause the oil pump to rotate, starving internal gears of oil. Continued driving could fracture the housing, apply incorrect torque to the driven wheels, or allow oil to reach the tyres. Dealers will inspect the housing and replace the transfer case if needed.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Defect
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES MAY HAVE HAD A TRANSFER CASE INSTALLED THAT COULD, DUE TO CHANGES IN THE HOUSING CASTING, RESULT IN THE OIL PUMP ROTATION. SHOULD THIS OCCUR, OIL STARVATION OF THE INTERNAL GEARS MIGHT RESULT.
Consequence
CONTINUED OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE COULD RESULT IN A FRACTURE OF THE TRANSFER CASE HOUSING. INCORRECT TORQUE WOULD THEN BE APPLIED TO THE DRIVEN WHEELS OR OIL COULD LEAK AND CONTACT THE TIRES.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TRANSFER CASE HOUSING AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE TRANSFER CASE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MAY 3, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039.
Notes
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Misrouted wiring harness may be damaged
Reported February 18, 2004Model years 2003–2004NHTSA campaign 04V06900010,637 vehicles affected
The main wiring harness may be damaged because it was routed incorrectly, causing electrical systems to fail and, in extreme cases, a cable fire beneath the instrument panel. Dealers will reroute the harness.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Defect
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS WAS INCORRECTLY ROUTED. DAMAGE TO THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS CAN LEAD TO THE FAILURE OF VARIOUS ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS.
Consequence
IN EXTREME CASES, TO A CABLE FIRE BENEATH THE INSTRUMENT PANEL IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL RE-ROUTE THE WIRING HARNESS. OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE BEGAN ON MARCH 29, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039.
Notes
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Fuel filler connection may spark during refuelling
Reported February 18, 2004Model years 2003NHTSA campaign 04V06800035 vehicles affected
An inadequate ground connection at the fuel filler may allow a static charge to spark during refuelling and ignite fuel vapours. A startling detonation could lead to spilled fuel igniting and a fire. Dealers will inspect the ground connection and correct it if necessary.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Defect
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, IF THE GROUND CONNECTION BETWEEN THE SPIRAL RING OF THE TANK FILLER NECK AND THE CONNECTING PIPE TO THE FUEL TANK IS INADEQUATE, THE FLOW OF FUEL DURING REFUELING CAN CREATE AN ELECTROSTATIC CHARGE, WHICH COULD DISCHARGE AND SPARK. THIS SPARK COULD IGNITE FUEL VAPORS IN THE AREA OUTSIDE THE TANK FILLER NECK THAT COULD LEAD TO A MUFFLED DETONATION.
Consequence
DUE TO SUCH A STARTLING EVENT, THE INDIVIDUAL REFUELING THE VEHICLE COULD REMOVE THE FUEL NOZZLE AT PRECISELY THE MOMENT OF THE DETONATION WITHOUT FIRST STOPPING THE FUELING PROCESS. IN SUCH A CIRCUMSTANCE, FUEL ESCAPING OUTSIDE OF THE FUEL TANK MAY IGNITE, RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE GROUND CONNECTION AND, IF NECESSARY, CORRECTED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MARCH 29, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039.
Notes
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Certification label is missing weight ratings
Reported September 24, 2003Model years 2003–2004NHTSA campaign 03V351000326 vehicles affected
The certification label may omit the gross vehicle weight rating and gross axle weight ratings, leaving the operator without this information. Dealers will apply a corrected label.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY BE MISSING THE GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR) AND GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATINGS (GAWR) ON THE CERTIFICATION LABEL AS REQUIRED BY PART 567.4(G)(3) AND (G)(4).
Consequence
THE VEHICLE OPERATOR WILL NOT BE INFORMED OF THE VEHICLE'S GVWR AND GAWR.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL APPLY THE CORRECTED LABEL. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 22, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039.
Notes
PORSCHE RECALL NO. A401.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

Back to the Porsche Cayenne

Rearview camera image may not display in reverse

High-pressure pump connection may leak fuel

Fuel pump fasteners may loosen and cause a leak

Engine control unit may have incorrect software

Engine control unit may have incorrect software

Engine control unit may have incorrect software

Front upper trailing arm may break

Front control arm may crack and break

Charging cable or outlet may overheat

Rear hazard and parking lights may not illuminate

Headlight adjustment screw caps may be missing

Rear axle chassis geometry may be incorrect

Rear axle misalignment may cause tire wear

Engine control system needs emissions software update

Steering column screws may not meet specifications

Steering column connection screw may fail

Engine cylinder bores may crack

Engine cylinder bore may crack

Rear axle trailing arm lock nuts may be faulty

Missing seat heating element may affect air bag deployment

Rear axle trailing arm lock nut may break

Engine control unit data may cause excess emissions

Vehicle may exceed prescribed emission limits

Fuel supply line connector may leak

Transmission oil pipe may leak

Fuel line connector may leak

Engine control software may not meet emissions limits

Brake wear indicator display logic may be incorrect

Instrument cluster may not warn of worn brake pads

Transmission selector cable sleeve may break

Shift cable bushing may detach

Brake pad wear warning light may work incorrectly

Fuel may enter the carbon canister during refuelling

Rearview camera image may be delayed

Instrument cluster may not warn of worn brake pads

Shock absorbers may loosen

Ski bag seams may tear

Rear seat belt buckle may break under load

Vehicle may not meet required safety standards

Fuel pump flange may crack and leak

Camshaft controller fasteners may come loose

Brake pedal circlip may detach

Brake pedal pivot pin may move

Fuel injector rails may leak

Fuel injection system may leak

Suspension alignment or fastener torque may be incorrect

Fuel readings may overstate the amount remaining

Turbochargers may fail and cause a fire

Turbocharger turbine wheel may fracture

Headlight may detach from the wing

Headlamps may come loose and detach

Fuel line may chafe and leak

Fuel line may be damaged and leak

Seat belt may not secure some child restraints

Rear seat belt latch bolt may be insecure

Handbrake spring may damage wiring harness

Front seat frame may lack crash resistance

Fuel filler may build up an electrostatic charge

Driver's seat frame may break in a crash

Transfer case may lose lubrication and fracture

Misrouted wiring harness may be damaged

Fuel filler connection may spark during refuelling

Certification label is missing weight ratings