The problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, 2004-2010 Cayenne, 2006 Cayenne Turbo S, 2010-2016 Panamera S, Panamera 4 S, Panamera Turbo, 2011-2016 Panamera, Panamera 4, 2012-2013 Panamera Turbo S, 2013-2016 Panamera 4 GTS, 2014-2016 Panamera 4 S Executive, Panamera Turbo Executive, Panamera Turbo S G1 II, Panamera Turbo S Executive, 2013 Panamera 4 Platinum Edition, Panamera Platinum Edition, 2016 Panamera 4 Edition, Panamera Edition, Panamera Turbo S Executive Luxury Sports vehicles. The bushing that attaches the gear selector lever to the gearbox may degrade over time, causing the bushing to detach. This condition could allow the driver to move the shift lever to Park and remove the ignition key, while the transmission may not be in Park, with no warning message or audible chime.
The risk
If the vehicle is exited without the transmission being in Park and without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter cable bushing, free of charge. Owners are instructed to use the parking brake until their vehicle is repaired. The recall began August 9, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKB1.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 19V-446 (19V446000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | AKB1 |
| Manufacturer | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. |
| Component | Power train › Automatic transmission › Gear position indication (PRNDL) |
| Report date | June 12, 2019 |
| Owners notified | August 9, 2019 |
| Vehicles affected | 99,665 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
- 2004 Porsche Cayenne
- 2005 Porsche Cayenne
- 2006 Porsche Cayenne
- 2008 Porsche Cayenne
- 2009 Porsche Cayenne
- 2010 Porsche Cayenne
- 2003 Porsche Cayenne S
- 2004 Porsche Cayenne S
- 2005 Porsche Cayenne S
- 2006 Porsche Cayenne S
- 2003 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
- 2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
- 2005 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
- 2006 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
- 2006 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S
- 2011 Porsche Panamera
- 2012 Porsche Panamera
- 2013 Porsche Panamera
- 2014 Porsche Panamera
- 2015 Porsche Panamera
- 2016 Porsche Panamera
- 2011 Porsche Panamera 4
- 2012 Porsche Panamera 4
- 2013 Porsche Panamera 4
- 2014 Porsche Panamera 4
- 2015 Porsche Panamera 4
- 2016 Porsche Panamera 4
- 2010 Porsche Panamera 4S
- 2011 Porsche Panamera 4S
- 2012 Porsche Panamera 4S
- 2013 Porsche Panamera 4S
- 2014 Porsche Panamera 4S
- 2015 Porsche Panamera 4S
- 2016 Porsche Panamera 4S
- 2013 Porsche Panamera GTS
- 2014 Porsche Panamera GTS
- 2015 Porsche Panamera GTS
- 2016 Porsche Panamera GTS
- 2010 Porsche Panamera S
- 2011 Porsche Panamera S
- 2012 Porsche Panamera S
- 2013 Porsche Panamera S
- 2014 Porsche Panamera S
- 2015 Porsche Panamera S
- 2016 Porsche Panamera S
- 2010 Porsche Panamera Turbo
- 2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo
- 2012 Porsche Panamera Turbo
- 2013 Porsche Panamera Turbo
- 2014 Porsche Panamera Turbo
- 2015 Porsche Panamera Turbo
- 2016 Porsche Panamera Turbo
- 2012 Porsche Panamera Turbo S
- 2013 Porsche Panamera Turbo S
- 2014 Porsche Panamera Turbo S
- 2015 Porsche Panamera Turbo S
- 2016 Porsche Panamera Turbo S
Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain
- 2004 Porsche Cayenne transmission problems 10
- 2005 Porsche Cayenne transmission problems 4
- 2006 Porsche Cayenne transmission problems 8
- 2008 Porsche Cayenne transmission problems 6
- 2009 Porsche Cayenne transmission problems 6
- 2003 Porsche Cayenne S transmission problems 1
- 2004 Porsche Cayenne S transmission problems 14
- 2006 Porsche Cayenne S transmission problems 2
- 2005 Porsche Cayenne Turbo transmission problems 2
- 2011 Porsche Panamera transmission problems 6
- 2012 Porsche Panamera transmission problems 2
- 2014 Porsche Panamera transmission problems 6
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 19V-446 repair free?
Yes. Porsche dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter cable bushing, free of charge. Owners are instructed to use the parking brake until their vehicle is repaired. The recall began August 9, 2019.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 99,665 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.