2021 Porsche Cayenne

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If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).

Back over prevention: sensing system: camera

Recall Number: 

25V896000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

ASB2

Manufactured from: 

2024-06-17 to 2025-06-19

Number of vehicles affected: 

173538

Defect Description: 

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."

Defect Consequence: 

A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: 

Dealers will update the driver assistance software, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed February 16, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. 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.

Electrical system:propulsion system:charging:cable/cord:onboard

Recall Number: 

23V841000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

APB6

Number of vehicles affected: 

41345

Defect Description: 

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.

Defect Consequence: 

An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action: 

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.

Suspension:rear

Recall Number: 

22V040000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

ANA1

Number of vehicles affected: 

1241

Defect Description: 

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.

Defect Consequence: 

Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: 

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.

Steering:column

Recall Number: 

21V493000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

AMB4

Number of vehicles affected: 

27

Defect Description: 

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.

Defect Consequence: 

A detached steering column can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: 

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.

Engine

Recall Number: 

21V341000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

AMB1

Number of vehicles affected: 

12

Defect Description: 

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.

Defect Consequence: 

Cracks may cause engine damage and a stall or an oil leak, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.

Corrective Action: 

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.

Seats

Recall Number: 

21V318000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

AMB0

Number of vehicles affected: 

136

Defect Description: 

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.

Defect Consequence: 

The front passenger air bag may fail to deploy, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action: 

Dealers will install a heating element, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 27, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB0.

Suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly

Recall Number: 

21V271000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

AMA9

Number of vehicles affected: 

1568

Defect Description: 

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.

Defect Consequence: 

A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: 

Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock nuts, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 18, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA9.