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2001–2020 Porsche Cayenne, Boxster, Cayenne Transsyberia and more recall: Exterior lighting: headlights

NHTSA campaign 22V-656 · August 30, 2022 · Porsche Cars North America, Inc.

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
22V656000
Reported
August 30, 2022
Manufacturer
Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Part
Exterior lighting: headlights
Vehicles affected
About 222,858

What is wrong

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."

Safety risk

Improperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

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.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Porsche Boxster (2001, 2002, 2003, 2004); Porsche Boxster S (2001, 2002, 2003, 2004); Porsche Cayenne (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017); Porsche Cayenne Diesel (2013, 2014, 2015); Porsche Cayenne Gts (2008, 2009, 2010, 2013, 2014, 2016); Porsche Cayenne S (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2008, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

Improperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.

What is the fix?

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.

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.