Recall 12V329000: 2012 Porsche Cayenne, 2011–2012 Porsche Panamera
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jul 12, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 270
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Porsche is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 panamera turbo, 2012 panamera turbo s, and 2012 cayenne turbo vehicles. The turbine wheel of a turbocharger may fracture due to a casting defect. If a fracture occurs, vehicle performance will be decreased and the turbine shaft may fracture.
The risk
If the shaft fractures, oil may be drawn into the exhaust system, resulting in smoke and the increased risk of a fire.
The fix
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the turbine wheels, free of charge. The recall began on august 31, 2012. Owners may contact porsche at 1-800-767-7243.
Notes
Porsche's safety recall number is ac04.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.
Affected vehicles
- 2012 Porsche Cayenne
- 2011 Porsche Panamera
- 2012 Porsche Panamera
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V329000
- Manufacturer campaign
- AC04
- Manufacturer
- PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Owner letters
- Sep 19, 2012
- Components
- Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger (Engine)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology