Porsche Cayenne recalls

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.

Fix: Check the screw connections of both high-pressure pumps and replace the high-pressure pumps and fuel lines if necessary.

12 vehicles · built 4 Apr 2023 to 2 Sep 2025

The software version of the engine control unit does not correspond to the software version that should be on the vehicle.

Fix: Review the software version of the engine control unit and if necessary update it to the correct software version.

19 vehicles · built 11 Mar 2016 to 4 Sep 2017

The software version of the engine control unit does not correspond to the software version that should be on the vehicle.

Fix: Review the software version of the engine control unit and if necessary update it to the correct software version.

23 vehicles · built 30 Nov 2012 to 24 Oct 2017

The software version of the engine control unit does not correspond to the software version that should be on the vehicle.

Fix: Review the software version of the engine control unit and if necessary update it to the correct software version.

100 vehicles · built 23 Aug 2014 to 28 Nov 2017

On affected vehicles there’s 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.

Fix: Replace the nearside upper trailing arm on the front axle.

650 vehicles · built 9 May 2024 to 19 Jun 2024

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.

Fix: The chassis setting on the affected vehicles must be checked and corrected if necessary.

36 vehicles · built 16 Sep 2020 to 21 Oct 2021

Improve the engine control system in terms of nitrogen oxide emissions.

Fix: Engine control software will be updated.

8,111 vehicles · built 3 May 2011 to 3 Sep 2015

The screws securing the steering column to the steering gear may not meet� the required specifications on�affected vehicles.�

Fix: The steering column screws must be replaced.�

5 vehicles · built 13 Oct 2017 to 10 Apr 2021

There is a possibility that a crack formation could occur on the engine cylinder bores.

Fix: The engine on the affected vehicles will be replaced.

2 vehicles · built 28 Sep 2020 to 7 Dec 2020

A possibility that lock nuts were installed on the rear axle trailing arms that were not manufactured according to the required parameter field.

Fix: The lock nuts on the axle trailing arms of the rear axle must be replaced with nuts manufactured in accordance with the specifications.

50 vehicles · built 16 Sep 2020 to 31 Oct 2020

The affected vehicle may not meet prescribed emission limits.

Fix: The engine and transmission control units must be updated

1,424 vehicles · built 22 May 2015 to 15 Dec 2017

The affected vehicle may not meet prescribed emission limits.

Fix: The engine control unit must be updated in order to improve the engine control system.

1,456 vehicles · built 16 Aug 2012 to 24 Nov 2017

The required display logic of the brake wear indicator is incorrect.

Fix: The instrument cluster must be re-programmed with updated software.

6,250 vehicles · built 30 Aug 2017 to 2 Aug 2019

The transmission selector lever plastic sleeve does not have the required durability.

Fix: Replace the plastic sleeve on the selector cable.

11,745 vehicles · built 23 Jul 2002 to 5 Feb 2010

Brake pad wear warning light function is incorrect.

Fix: Update software of instrument cluster.

1,305 vehicles · built 30 Sep 2017 to 7 Jun 2018

Fuel may enter the carbon canister whilst refuelling.

Fix: Replace fuel filler tube and carbon canister.

294 vehicles · built 12 Mar 2018 to 31 Oct 2018

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.

Fix: The one car affected will be bought back by Porsche AG through their Porsche centre network.

1 vehicle · built 23 Apr 2013 to 21 Oct 2014

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.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the fitment of the circlip and replaced as necessary.

13,680 vehicles · built 15 Jan 2011 to 11 Jan 2016

Fuel may leak from the injector fuel rails. Occupants may notice a smell and though small there is a risk of fire.

Fix: Replace injector fuel rails

112 vehicles · built 17 Mar 2011 to 7 May 2012

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.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the turbo chargers.

54 vehicles

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.

Fix: Affected vehicles will be recalled to have the locking mechanism on both headlights replaced.

3,154 vehicles

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.

Fix: 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.

982 vehicles

Inadequate crash resistance for left hand front seat frame

Fix: Recall likely to be affected vehicles and fit a replacement seat

14 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2003 to 1 Mar 2003

Possibility that the spring of the foot operated handbrake may rub on the main wiring harness and damage it

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and fit a cover to protect the harness.

842 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2003 to 1 Mar 2003

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..

Fix: Recall affected vehicles inspect and if necessary rework ground connection.

1 vehicle · built 1 Mar 2003 to 1 Mar 2003