NHTSA Recall 18V841000
Filed by Porsche Cars North America, Inc.. Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic. Reported 2018-11-28. An estimated 112 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo S Hybrid Executive, Panamera 4 Hybrid, Panamera Turbo S Hybrid, Panamera 4 Hybrid Executive, Panamera 4 Hybrid Sport Turismo, and Panamera Turbo S Hybrid Sport Turismo vehicles. The brake lines installed on the front axle may corrode over time. Corrosion inside the line may affect the front braking performance.
Risk
Braking ability that is reduced due to a corroded brake line can increase the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake line, and any damaged brake components, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ11.
Manufacturer campaign number: AJ11
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.