Camshaft controllers may loosen and fail
Defect Summary
Porsche cars north america, inc. (porsche) is recalling certain 2010-2012 panamera s, panamera 4s and panamera turbo vehicles, 2011-2012 panamera and panamera 4 vehicles, and 2011 cayenne s and cayenne turbo vehicles. the affected vehicles have camshaft controllers that may come loose inside the engine, potentially resulting in an engine stall.
Safety Consequence
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fastening screws for the camshaft adjusters, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed january 12, 2018. owners will receive a second notice when the remedy is available. owners may contact porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. porsche's number for this recall is ah08.
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FAQ: Recall 17V368000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V368000?
NHTSA recall 17V368000 was issued by Porsche Cars North America, Inc. on June 7, 2017. It addresses: Camshaft controllers may loosen and fail. The recall affects approximately 18,005 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Porsche Cars North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V368000 or the manufacturer campaign number AH08. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.