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Campaign 17V576 Posted September 20, 2017 50,145 units

2003-2006 Porsche Cayenne Recall 17V576: Fuel Leak

Recall 17V576 covers 50,145 2003-2006 Porsche Cayenne SUVs for fuel pump flange cracks. Repair is free at any franchised Porsche dealer.

Porsche is recalling 50,145 2003-2006 Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, and Cayenne vehicles because the fuel pump flange can crack and let gasoline leak. A fuel leak near an ignition source increases the risk of a fire, and the Porsche dealer repair will be free once available.

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What's wrong?

The fuel pump flange on affected gasoline-powered 2003-2006 Porsche Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, and Cayenne SUVs is part of the fuel delivery system. It helps seal the fuel pump and filter area so gasoline stays inside the tank while the pump sends fuel forward to the engine.

On affected SUVs, age, external exposure, and oxidization reduce the strength of the flange material. Fuel under pressure also pushes into the flange material from the inside, creating stress in the part. Over an extended vehicle life, that combination forms small cracks in the flange. Once the flange cracks, fuel seeps out instead of staying contained in the fuel system.

Owners will notice fuel odor before the part fails. Treat a gasoline smell around the vehicle as the warning sign and have the recall checked before driving more than needed.

Who's affected?

Spans 3 Cayenne variants across 4 model years, all tied to the fuel system.

2003 Porsche Cayenne S fuel system
2003 Porsche Cayenne Turbo fuel system
2004 Porsche Cayenne S fuel system
2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo fuel system
2004 Porsche Cayenne fuel system
Units affected50,145
Field incidentsNHTSA has logged 7 field incidents to date.

A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.

What's the safety risk?

A fuel leak near an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Fuel odor is the warning sign, so treat any gasoline smell as a reason to stop driving, park safely, and call a Porsche dealer before continuing. Repair will be free at any franchised Porsche dealer once available.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2003-2006 Porsche Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, or Cayenne is included in this recall.
  2. Review Porsche's owner letter, mailed July 6, 2018, or contact Porsche customer service if you never received it.
  3. Contact a franchised Porsche dealer to schedule the free fuel-filter-flange replacement that helps stop fuel leaks at the fuel pump flange.
  4. Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 17V576 (Porsche recall AH10) when you call.
  5. Keep the vehicle away from ignition sources if you smell fuel, see a fuel leak, or suspect fuel around the pump area.

What happens at the repair

When the dealer remedy is open, a Porsche technician replaces the fuel filter flanges with new flanges that include protective film. The repair addresses fuel leakage at the flange area on affected 2003-2006 Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, and Cayenne vehicles. Parts and labor are covered by the recall once the repair is available. Porsche states that customer reimbursement is not being offered for this campaign, so prior out of pocket repairs are not handled through a separate reimbursement program.

ReimbursementNo separate reimbursement

Timeline

September 20, 2017 NHTSA published the recall
July 6, 2018 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 17V576?

Recall 17V576 covers 50,145 2003-2006 Porsche Cayenne, Cayenne S, and Cayenne Turbo vehicles with a fuel pump flange that can crack and leak fuel. A fuel leak near an ignition source increases fire risk. Porsche dealers replace the fuel filter flanges for free.

What should I do if my 2003-2006 Porsche Cayenne is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific Cayenne, Cayenne S, or Cayenne Turbo is included in recall 17V576. If it is, contact a franchised Porsche dealer and ask for the AH10 fuel filter flange repair. The dealer repair is free.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Porsche dealers replace the affected fuel filter flanges with new flanges that have a protective film, free of charge, under recall 17V576.

What is the safety risk in recall 17V576?

The safety risk is fire. The recalled Porsche Cayenne fuel pump flange can crack and allow gasoline to leak. If that leaking fuel reaches an ignition source, the fire risk increases. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free dealer repair if your vehicle is included.

What if I bought my Porsche Cayenne used?

The free recall repair still applies. Safety recalls follow the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Cayenne, Cayenne S, or Cayenne Turbo is included, then reference recall 17V576 or Porsche recall AH10 when you call the dealer.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V576000
Porsche customer service1-800-767-7243
NHTSA recall #17V576
NHTSA recall # (full)17V576000

Source documents

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