Unintentional rollaway due to detached shift cable
Defect Summary
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 edition, panamera platinum edition, 2016 panamera 4 edition, panamera edition, panamera turbo s executive luxury sports vehicles. the bushing that attaches the gear selector lever to the gearbox may degrade over time, causing the bushing to detach. This condition could allow the driver to move the shift lever to park and remove the ignition key, while the transmission may not be in park, with no warning message or audible chime.
Safety 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.
Corrective Action
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.
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FAQ: Recall 19V446000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 19V446000?
NHTSA recall 19V446000 was issued by Porsche Cars North America, Inc. on June 12, 2019. It addresses: Unintentional rollaway due to detached shift cable. The recall affects approximately 99,665 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Porsche Cars North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 19V446000 or the manufacturer campaign number AKB1. 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.