Porsche Panamera S Hybrid recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

January 20, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. recalls 2011–2012 Porsche Panamera S Hybrid, Cayenne S Hybrid

Recall number

15V016000

Brand / firm

Porsche

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,368 units

Why it was recalled

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increasea the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Cayenne S Hybrid, and 2012 Panamera S Hybrid vehicles manufactured April 26, 2011, to August 2, 2012. The fuel injection system may leak.

What to do

Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rails, free of charge. The recall began on April 17, 2015. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.