Recall 19V-111
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. recalled the 2019 Porsche Cayenne: Back over prevention (sensing system, camera); Visibility (rearview mirrors/devices, interior).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 19V-111
- Reported
- February 21, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- 98 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Porsche Cars North America, Inc (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019 Cayenne and Cayenne S vehicles. A software failure may cause the rearview camera image display to be delayed in responding. As such, these vehicles fail to comply to Federal Motor Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
The risk
A rearview camera display that does not function as designed can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the car, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will update the related software, free of charge. The recall began April 19, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-[removed]. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA0.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Porsche Cayenne 2019