Porsche Cayenne, Panamera Recall R/2015/022: Fuel May Leak: Possibility Of Fire, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 23 Jan 2015
- Launched
- 112
- vehicles in the UK
- AF03
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Porsche recalled Cayenne, Panamera vehicles built between 17 March 2011 and 7 May 2012. Fuel may leak from the injector fuel rails. The dealer will replace injector fuel rails. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Fuel may leak from the injector fuel rails. Occupants may notice a smell and though small there is a risk of fire.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: FUEL MAY LEAK - POSSIBILITY OF FIRE Defect: Fuel may leak from the injector fuel rails. Occupants may notice a smell and though small there is a risk of fire. Remedy: Replace injector fuel rails
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: fuel may leak: possibility of fire.
The Fix
The dealer will replace injector fuel rails.
Are You Affected?
Cayenne, Panamera built between 17 March 2011 and 7 May 2012 may be included. Porsche estimates 112 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Porsche, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Porsche.
- Book with any franchised Porsche dealer, quoting the campaign code AF03 or the DVSA reference R/2015/022. See how to get a Porsche recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| CayenneCheck the high-pressure pump connections and if necessary replace the high-pressure pumps including fuel lines | Urgent | R/2025/432 | |
| PanameraRe-coding airbag control unit | Urgent | R/2025/431 | |
| Panamera, TaycanCheck the air suspension strut on the front axle and rework if necessary | Book soon | R/2025/264 | |
| CayenneRe-programming DME control unit | Low | R/2025/063 | |
| 911, GT4 RS, Panamera, Spyder RSStop Use & Safety Recall: Wheel attachment with central locking | Book soon | R/2024/427 |
This is one of 122 Porsche recalls in DVSA’s data. The Porsche recall launched before it was R/2014/187 on 18 Dec 2014, for front axle component parts may crack. The one launched after it was R/2015/107 on 22 May 2015, for possibility of fire. You can also see every Porsche recall, all recalls launched in 2015 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2015/022, launched 23 January 2015. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.