Recall 15V-016: 2011–2012 Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid, 2011–2012 Porsche Panamera S Hybrid

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Jan 20, 2015, covering about 1,368 vehicles.

NHTSA number

15V-016

Report date

Jan 20, 2015

Vehicles affected

1,368

Owners notified

Apr 17, 2015

The problem

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.

The 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.

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.

Recall details

Manufacturer	Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Component	Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline
Recall started by	the manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number	15V016000

Vehicles in this recall

Vehicle	Model years
Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid	2011, 2012	All years
Porsche Panamera S Hybrid	2011, 2012	All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 15V-016?

How is recall 15V-016 fixed?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.