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💥 Crash risk🩹 Injury riskNHTSA 04V231📅 May 24, 2004

2003–2004 Porsche Cayenne S & 2003–2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo + 1 more recall: seat belt

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain passenger vehicles, the rear seat belt LATCH attachment bolt is insufficient riveted.

💥 The risk

In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.

🔧 The fix

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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
04V231000
Manufacturer recall #
A404
Manufacturer
PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Vehicles affected
19,175
Component
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
Owner phone
1-800-545-8039
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jun 1, 2004
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Customers CAN also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 04V231 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 04V231?

2003–2004 Porsche Cayenne S & 2003–2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo + 1 more. 19,175 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Porsche dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-545-8039.