Automatic transmission: cooling unit and linesRecall 20V-271 · 2020 Porsche Cayenne
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. recall 20V-271 covers 1,805 2020 Porsche Cayenne for a automatic transmission: cooling unit and lines problem, reported to NHTSA on May 13, 2020. The manufacturer's latest report (2022 Q2) shows 96% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 20V271000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020 Cayenne vehicles. An insufficient weld on a transmission oil pipe may cause the vehicle to leak automatic transmission fluid (ATF).
The risk
If transmission fluid leaks while driving, the road surface may be made slippery, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmission oil pipe and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 8, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ALA5.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
96%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.