NHTSA Recall 16V169000: Pedals and linkages (service brakes)
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 88,300 vehicles. It affects 2011–2016 Porsche Cayenne.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V169000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | AG02 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › PEDALS AND LINKAGES |
| Report received | March 23, 2016 |
| Owner notification | July 8, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Cayenne vehicles manufactured April 28, 2010, to January 11, 2016. The brake pedal pivot pin may be missing a circlip, allowing the pivot pin to move and the brake pedal to dislodge.
Safety risk
If the brake pedal dislodges, the driver may not be able to apply the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake pedal assembly circlip, installing any missing circlips, free of charge. The recall began on July 8, 2016. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AG02.
Notes
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V169000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.