NHTSA recall 18V-841 (18V841000)
service brakes, hydraulic recall reported November 28, 2018 - about 112 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V841000
- Also written as
- 18V-841
- Manufacturer number
- AJ11
- Reported
- November 28, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~112
- Component
- service brakes, hydraulic
What is being recalled
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo S Hybrid Executive, Panamera 4 Hybrid, Panamera Turbo S Hybrid, Panamera 4 Hybrid Executive, Panamera 4 Hybrid Sport Turismo, and Panamera Turbo S Hybrid Sport Turismo vehicles. The brake lines installed on the front axle may corrode over time. Corrosion inside the line may affect the front braking performance.
Why it is dangerous
Braking ability that is reduced due to a corroded brake line can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake line, and any damaged brake components, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ11.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-841 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.