2011–2012 Porsche Panamera S Hybrid, Cayenne S Hybrid recall: Engine and engine cooling: engine, gasoline
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 15V016000
- Reported
- January 20, 2015
- Manufacturer
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
- Part
- Engine and engine cooling: engine, gasoline
- Vehicles affected
- About 1,368
What is wrong
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.
Safety risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increasea the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid (2011, 2012); Porsche Panamera S Hybrid (2011, 2012). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increasea the risk of a fire.
What is the fix?
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.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.