Porsche Recall AJ12: Incorrect Thread May Allow Ski Bag To Detach

2018 Porsche Macan

If the ski bag detaches during a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

Equipment

Summary
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S, Cayenne Turbo, Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid, Cayenne GTS, Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid Platinum Edition, Macan Turbo and Macan GTS vehicles, 2017-2018 Cayenne S, Macan, Cayenne Platinum Edition and Macan S vehicles and 2018 Cayenne vehicles equipped with the optional ski bag. The ski bag fastening strap may have been sewn with incorrect thread, possibly resulting in the strap seams tearing and the ski bag being unsecured in the event of a crash.
Actions
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ski bags, free of charge. The recall began January 10, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ12.
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Date Announced
NOV 28, 2018
Vehicles Affected
142
Porsche Recall #
AJ12
NHTSA Campaign #
18V844000
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