2004 Porsche Cayenne S Recalls
NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns for the 2004 Porsche Cayenne S. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.
- Exterior lighting › HeadlightsCovers: Porsche Cayenne S 2003–2006, 2008–2009, 2011–2015, Cayenne 2003–2006, 2008–2017, Cayenne Turbo 2006, 2008–2016 +16 more
Reported issue: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2020 Porsche Macan, Cayenne, Panamera, and Cayman S, 2001-2004 Boxster, Boxster S, 2004 Boxster 50 JAHRE SPYDER 550 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all affected models and model years. The caps that cover the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which can allow the headlights to be improperly…
Possible consequence: Improperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the headlights for sealing caps and install missing caps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANB4.
- Power train › Automatic transmission › Gear position indication (prndl)Covers: Porsche Cayenne S 2003–2006, Panamera Turbo 2010–2016, Panamera 4S 2010–2016 +6 more
Reported issue: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, 2004-2010 Cayenne, 2006 Cayenne Turbo S, 2010-2016 Panamera S, Panamera 4 S, Panamera Turbo, 2011-2016 Panamera, Panamera 4, 2012-2013 Panamera Turbo S, 2013-2016 Panamera 4 GTS, 2014-2016 Panamera 4 S Executive, Panamera Turbo Executive, Panamera Turbo S G1 II, Panamera Turbo S Executive, 2013 Panamera 4 Platinum…
Possible consequence: If the vehicle is exited without the transmission being in Park and without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter cable bushing, free of charge. Owners are instructed to use the parking brake until their vehicle is repaired. The recall began August 9, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKB1.
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pumpCovers: Porsche Cayenne S 2003–2006, Cayenne Turbo 2003–2006, Cayenne 2004–2006
Reported issue: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo vehicles, 2004-2006 Cayenne vehicles, and 2006 Cayenne S "Titanium" Edition vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Possible consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel filter flanges with new filter flanges that have a protective film, free of charge. The recall began July 6, 2018. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AH10.
- Seat beltsCovers: Porsche Cayenne S 2003–2005, Cayenne 2003–2005, Cayenne Turbo 2003–2005
Reported issue: Certain passenger cars fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, "occupant crash protection." all three rear seat positions and the front passenger position are equipped with seat belt retractors that have a locking feature which converts the retractor from an emergency locking retractor (elr) mode to an automatic locking retractor (alr) mode for the purposes of child…
Possible consequence: When involved in a crash, the child restraints may not be properly secured increasing the risk of injury or death to the seat occupant.
Remedy: Dealers will permanently install a clip in either of the affected rear outboard seat belts and provide an owner's manual insert. The clips will prevent unwarranted conversion from alr to elr mode with child seat installation. The recall began may 17, 2005. Owners should contact porsche at 1-800-545-8039.
- Seat belts › Rear/otherCovers: Porsche Cayenne S 2003–2004, Cayenne Turbo 2003–2004, Cayenne 2004
Reported issue: On certain passenger vehicles, the rear seat belt latch attachment bolt is insufficient riveted.
Possible consequence: In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the belt buckle latch and, if necessary, replace the latch. Owner notification began on june 1, 2004. Owners should contact porsche at 1-800-545-8039.
- Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhoodCovers: Porsche Cayenne S 2003–2004, Cayenne Turbo 2003–2004
Reported issue: On certain sport utility vehicles, the main wiring harness was incorrectly routed. Damage to the main wiring harness can lead to the failure of various electrical systems.
Possible consequence: In extreme cases, to a cable fire beneath the instrument panel in the passenger compartment.
Remedy: Dealers will re-route the wiring harness. Owner notification schedule began on march 29, 2004. Owners should contact porsche at 1-800-545-8039.
- Power train › Automatic transmissionCovers: Porsche Cayenne S 2004, Cayenne 2004, Cayenne Turbo 2004
Reported issue: Certain sport utility vehicles may have had a transfer case installed that could, due to changes in the housing casting, result in the oil pump rotation. Should this occur, oil starvation of the internal gears might result.
Possible consequence: Continued operation of the vehicle could result in a fracture of the transfer case housing. Incorrect torque would then be applied to the driven wheels or oil could leak and contact the tires.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the transfer case housing and, if necessary, replace the transfer case. Owner notification began on may 3, 2004. Owners should contact porsche at 1-800-545-8039.
- SeatsCovers: Porsche Cayenne S 2003–2004, Cayenne Turbo 2003–2004
Reported issue: On certain sport utility vehicles, the driver's side seat frames were not adequately welded.
Possible consequence: In the event of a crash, the seat frame could break, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's side seat frame. Owner notification began on march 29, 2004. Owners should contact porsche at 1-800-545-8039.
- Equipment › Other › LabelsCovers: Porsche Cayenne S 2003–2004, Cayenne Turbo 2003–2004
Reported issue: On certain sport utility vehicles, the affected vehicles may be missing the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) and gross axle weight ratings (gawr) on the certification label as required by part 567.4(g)(3) and (g)(4).
Possible consequence: The vehicle operator will not be informed of the vehicle's gvwr and gawr.
Remedy: Dealers will apply the corrected label. Owner notification began on december 22, 2003. Owners should contact porsche at 1-800-545-8039.
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.