CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (1 report).
2012 Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid recalls
Missing headlight adjuster caps can misaim headlights
On certain Porsche Boxster, Boxster S, Cayenne and Cayenne S vehicles from 2001 to 2003, the caps covering the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws may be missing.
Fuel Leak Can Cause Fire in Hybrid Engine
The fuel injection system on these vehicles may leak fuel.
Most common 2012 Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
What owners report
THIS VEHICLE SUFFERS UNKNOWN HYBRID SYSTEM FAILURE. IT CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO LOSE POWER ABRUPTLY WHILE IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY OR ON A CITY STREET WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNING. THE VEHICLE COULD NOT TRAVEL MORE THAN 20 MILES ON AUTOMATIC; UNLESS IT IS SWITCHED TO MANUAL SHIFT GEAR. THIS VEHICLE HAD SUBMITTED TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS AND CONCLUSION WAS MADE AS THIS WAS CAUSED BY THE BATTERY FAILURE. HOWEVER, WITHIN THREE WEEKS AFTER REPAIR; THE HYBRID SYSTEM FAILED AGAIN. THE TECHNICIAN THEN RE-DETERMINED THE CAUSE AS A) FAULTY HIGH POWER VOLTAGE LINE AND COMPRESSOR, AND B) REPLACE HIGH VOLTAGE LINE AND COMPRESSOR.
2012 Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid questions
Does the 2012 Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2012 Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid: Missing headlight adjuster caps can misaim headlights; Fuel Leak Can Cause Fire in Hybrid Engine; Exterior Lighting:Headlights. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (1), Fuel/Propulsion System (1), Vehicle Speed Control (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid has been fixed?
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