2021 PORSCHE Cayenne Recalls

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Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Cayenne vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-271 (AMA9) were performed.

NHTSA 22V040000

Report Date

28/01/2022

Component

SUSPENSION:REAR

Manufacturer

Porsche Cars North America, Inc.

Consequence: Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 10, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANA1.

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, Cayenne GTS, Cayenne Coupe, Cayenne S Coupe, Cayenne Turbo Coupe, and Cayenne GTS Coupe vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.

NHTSA 21V271000

Report Date

21/04/2021

Component

SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Manufacturer

Porsche Cars North America, Inc.

Consequence: A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock nuts, free of charge. The recall began on June 18, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA9.

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Cayenne vehicles. The screw connection between the steering column and steering box may fail, which can result in a detached steering column.

NHTSA 21V493000

Report Date

30/06/2021

Component

STEERING:COLUMN

Manufacturer

Porsche Cars North America, Inc.

Consequence: A detached steering column can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Dealers will install a new screw, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB4.

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Cayenne GTS, Cayenne GTS Coupe, 2020-2021 Cayenne Coupe, Cayenne S Coupe, Cayenne E-Hybrid Coupe vehicles. The passenger seat back heating element was not installed and may impact the calibration of the Occupant Classification System.

NHTSA 21V318000

Report Date

05/05/2021

Component

SEATS

Manufacturer

Porsche Cars North America, Inc.

Consequence: The front passenger air bag may fail to deploy, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Dealers will install a heating element, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 25, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB0.

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019-2025 Cayenne, Cayenne E-Hybrid, 2020-2025 911, Taycan, 2024-2025 Panamera, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

NHTSA 25V896000

Report Date

19/12/2025

Component

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Manufacturer

Porsche Cars North America, Inc.

Consequence: A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Dealers will update the driver assistance software, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed February 16, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASB2. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 19, 2026.

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How to Check 2021 PORSCHE Cayenne Recalls in 3 Steps

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the 2021 PORSCHE Cayenne have?

The 2021 PORSCHE Cayenne currently has 5 recalls according to NHTSA records. All recall information is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration database.

Are 2021 PORSCHE Cayenne recalls free to fix?

Yes! All safety recalls for 2021 PORSCHE Cayenne vehicles must be repaired free of charge by authorized dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. Contact your local PORSCHE dealer to schedule a recall repair.

How do I check if my 2021 PORSCHE Cayenne has open recalls?

You can check for open recalls by entering your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) in our VIN decoder tool. The 17-character VIN can be found on your vehicle registration, insurance card, or on the driver's side dashboard visible through the windshield.

Where can I find my 2021 PORSCHE Cayenne VIN number?

Your 2021 PORSCHE Cayenne VIN is located in 4 places: (1) Dashboard near windshield on driver's side, (2) Driver's door jamb sticker, (3) Engine bay, (4) Vehicle registration and insurance documents.

What should I do if my 2021 PORSCHE Cayenne has a recall?

Contact your nearest PORSCHE dealership immediately to schedule a free recall repair. Bring your vehicle registration or VIN number. All safety recalls must be fixed free of charge by the manufacturer, regardless of vehicle age or mileage.

Are NHTSA recalls mandatory to fix on 2021 PORSCHE Cayenne?

While not legally required for vehicle owners to fix recalls, it's strongly recommended for safety. However, dealerships and manufacturers must offer free repairs for all official NHTSA recalls on 2021 PORSCHE Cayenne vehicles.