The problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019 Porsche Cayenne vehicles. The passenger side rear seat belt buckle may break under load, such as in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
The risk
If the seat belt buckle breaks in the event of a crash, the occupant will not be properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger rear seat belt buckle, free of charge. The recall began November 30, 2018. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ09.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 18V-751 (18V751000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | AJ09 |
| Manufacturer | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. |
| Component | Seat belts › Rear/other |
| Report date | October 24, 2018 |
| Owners notified | November 30, 2018 |
| Vehicles affected | 415 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 18V-751 repair free?
Yes. Porsche dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger rear seat belt buckle, free of charge. The recall began November 30, 2018. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ09.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 415 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.