Recall 12V065000: Headlamps May Come Loose

VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):

Porsche/Cayenne 2011-2012

Porsche/Cayenne S 2011-2012

Porsche/Cayenne S Hybrid 2011-2012

Porsche/Cayenne Turbo 2011-2012

MANUFACTURER: Porsche Cars North America, Inc.

MFR'S REPORT DATE: February 15, 2012

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V065000

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A

COMPONENT: Exterior Lighting: Headlights

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 20,278

SUMMARY:
Porsche is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne S Hybrid, and Cayenne Turbo vehicles manufactured from March 8, 2010, through January 31, 2012 because the headlamps may come loose and detach from the fender.

CONSEQUENCE:
A detached headlight could lead to loss of visibility and an increased risk of a crash.

REMEDY:
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the headlamp locking assemblies, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on February 23, 2012. Owners may contact Porsche at 1-800-767-7243.

NOTES:
Porsche's safety recall number is AC01. Customers may contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.