2003 Porsche Cayenne S Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

9 safety recalls on file

The 2003 Porsche Cayenne S has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.

The most-reported problem area is Fuel/Propulsion System (2 reports).

9Recalls
4Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2003 Porsche Cayenne S recalls

Missing headlight adjuster caps can misaim headlights

Recall 22V656Aug 30, 2022222,858 vehicles affected

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.

Car May Roll Away If Left Without Park Selected

Recall 19V446Jun 12, 201999,665 vehicles affected

The gear selector lever bushing that attaches the shifter to the gearbox can degrade over time and detach.

Fuel Pump Flange May Crack and Leak Fuel, Causing Fire Risk

Recall 17V576Sep 20, 201750,145 vehicles affected

The fuel pump flange on certain gasoline-powered Porsche Cayenne vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak from the fuel system.

Seat Belts

Recall 04V593Dec 15, 200431,000 vehicles affected

Seat Belts:Rear/Other

Recall 04V231May 17, 200419,175 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap

Recall 04V068Feb 18, 200435 vehicles affected

Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood

Recall 04V069Feb 18, 200410,637 vehicles affected

Seats

Recall 04V072Feb 18, 20044,144 vehicles affected

Equipment:Other:Labels

Recall 03V351Sep 24, 2003326 vehicles affected

Most common 2003 Porsche Cayenne S problems

Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Fuel/Propulsion System2
Tires1
Power Train1

What owners report

2018-02-09, Fuel/Propulsion System
PORSCHE NOTIFIED ME OF RECALL NOVEMBER 29 2017
2017-12-20, Fuel/Propulsion System
DEAR SIR/ MADAM THANK YOU FOR YOUR LETTER OF NOVEMBER 29, 2017, REGARDING RECALL OF OUR VEHICLE PORSCHE CAYENNE S #[XXX] (RECALL # 17V-576). PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO THE PROBLEM I EXPERIENCED WITH THE FUEL PUMP IN THE VEHICLE, I HAD TO REPLACE THE PUMPS RH AND LH, WITH REQUIRED ACCESSORIES. A TOTAL COST OF THE REPAIR, INCLUDING PARTS AND LABOR, WAS $2,640. PLEASE LET US KNOW IF THE ABOVE IS SUFFICIENT, OR I SHOULD STILL NEED ADDITIONAL REPAIR. ALSO LET ME KNOW IF YOU COULD BE ABLE TO REIMBURSE THE TOTAL OR PARTIAL COST OF THE ABOVE REPAIR. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).'*JB
2009-06-18, Power Train
FAILURE OF DRIVESHAFT AND TRANSMISSION 6 YEAR HISTORY OF "HESITATION" WHENEVER CAR ACCELERATED. *TR
2004-08-17, Tires
IN THE LAST TWO MONTHS, CONSUMER HAD TWO ACCIDENT DIRECTLY RELATED TO THE PERELLI TIRE TREAD. (NAR) *PH *CB

2003 Porsche Cayenne S questions

Does the 2003 Porsche Cayenne S have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2003 Porsche Cayenne S: Missing headlight adjuster caps can misaim headlights; Car May Roll Away If Left Without Park Selected; Fuel Pump Flange May Crack and Leak Fuel, Causing Fire Risk; Seat Belts; Seat Belts:Rear/Other. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Porsche Cayenne S?

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel/Propulsion System (2), Tires (1), Power Train (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2003 Porsche Cayenne S has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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