The problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo vehicles, 2004-2006 Cayenne vehicles, and 2006 Cayenne S "Titanium" Edition vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel filter flanges with new filter flanges that have a protective film, free of charge. The recall began July 6, 2018. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AH10.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 17V-576 (17V576000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | AH10 |
| Manufacturer | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. |
| Component | Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump |
| Report date | September 20, 2017 |
| Owners notified | July 6, 2018 |
| Vehicles affected | 50,145 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system
- 2004 Porsche Cayenne fuel system problems 9
- 2005 Porsche Cayenne fuel system problems 16
- 2006 Porsche Cayenne fuel system problems 19
- 2003 Porsche Cayenne S fuel system problems 2
- 2004 Porsche Cayenne S fuel system problems 8
- 2005 Porsche Cayenne S fuel system problems 1
- 2006 Porsche Cayenne S fuel system problems 2
- 2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo fuel system problems 1
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 17V-576 repair free?
Yes. Porsche dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel filter flanges with new filter flanges that have a protective film, free of charge. The recall began July 6, 2018. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 50,145 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.