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Porsche Cayenne Recall 22V040: Rear Axle Misalignment Can Cause Uneven Tire Wear

NHTSA campaign 22V040, reported January 28, 2022, 1,241 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Some 2021-2022 Porsche Cayenne vehicles may have had their rear axle alignment left uninspected after earlier repairs under a previous recall. Rear axle misalignment can cause premature or uneven tire wear, which increases the risk of a crash.

Authorized Porsche dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as needed, and replace any tires that are prematurely or unevenly worn, at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed March 10, 2022. To check whether your vehicle is included, contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243 or check your VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 22V040Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR; TIRES
Problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Cayenne vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-271 (AMA9) were performed.
Risk
Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 10, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANA1.
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.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Porsche Cayenne20212022