Recall 12V-065: 2011–2012 Porsche Cayenne, 2011–2012 Porsche Cayenne S and 2 more

PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Feb 21, 2012, covering about 20,278 vehicles.

NHTSA number
12V-065
Report date
Feb 21, 2012
Vehicles affected
20,278
Owners notified
Mar 9, 2012

The problem

Porsche is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 cayenne, cayenne s, cayenne s hybrid, and cayenne turbo vehicles manufactured from march 8, 2010, through january 31, 2012 because the headlamps may come loose and detach from the fender.

The risk

A detached headlight could lead to loss of visibility and an increased risk of a crash.

The fix

Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the headlamp locking assemblies, free of charge. The safety recall began on march 9, 2012. Owners may contact porsche at 1-800-767-7243.

Notes

Porsche's safety recall number is ac01.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerPORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
ComponentExterior Lighting › Headlights
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number12V065000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Porsche Cayenne2011, 2012All years
Porsche Cayenne S2011, 2012All years
Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid2011, 2012All years
Porsche Cayenne Turbo2011, 2012All 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 12V-065?

Porsche is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 cayenne, cayenne s, cayenne s hybrid, and cayenne turbo vehicles manufactured from march 8, 2010, through january 31, 2012 because the headlamps may come loose and detach from the fender.

How is recall 12V-065 fixed?

Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the headlamp locking assemblies, free of charge. The safety recall began on march 9, 2012. Owners may contact porsche 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.