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Porsche Cayenne GTS Recall 21V341: Engine Cylinder Cracks Can Cause Stalls and Fires

NHTSA campaign 21V341, reported May 12, 2021, 12 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Cracks may develop on the surface of the engine cylinder bore. Over time, these cracks can cause engine damage, a sudden stall, or an oil leak, which increases the risk of a crash or fire.

If you own an affected vehicle, dealers will replace the engine free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2021. You can also contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243 for more information.

Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your car is affected, and contact an authorized Porsche dealer to schedule the free engine replacement.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 21V341Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Component
ENGINE
Problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Cayenne Turbo, Cayenne GTS, and Cayenne GTS Coupe vehicles. Cracks may develop on the surface of the engine cylinder bore.
Risk
Cracks may cause engine damage and a stall or an oil leak, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB1.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Porsche Cayenne GTS2021