If you are among the 17,986 motorists driving either a 2010-12 Porsche Panamera or a 2011 Porsche Cayenne crossover covered by its latest recall, then you will soon be receiving a major recall notice from the automaker.
NHTSA Lists Affected Panameras, Cayennes
According to a post on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website, the automaker has recalled the following models:
- 2010-12 Panamera S
- 2010-12 Panamera 4S
- 2010-12 Panamera Turbo
- 2010-12 Panamera
- 2011 Cayenne S
- 2011 Cayenne Turbo
Sparking the recall was a problem with the vehicles’ camshaft controllers. They may come loose inside the engine, exposing the car to an unforeseen stall. If it were to happen on a major roadway, causing sudden slowing, then the vehicles involved could be involved in injury-causing crashes.
Dealers Will Replace Parts For FreePorsche recalls Panameras, Cayennes
For further information, you can contact Porsche Customer Service at 800-767-7243. Ask about recall AH08. Or, call the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236. The recall number is 17V368000. Or, you can visit the NHTSA website, www.safercar.gov, for more information.
Source: NHTSA