2021 PORSCHE CAYENNE

The vehicle is a 2021 Porsche Cayenne listed by the auction with a salvage certificate and “SIDE” as the primary damage classification. The visible evidence supports the side-damage classification through extensive damage to the left front door and rocker panel. However, the salvage-certificate status cannot be confirmed from the exterior photographs. The most significant damage is concentrated on the left side. The left front door outer panel is severely crushed and torn, with deep creasing, an irregularly torn lower section, and exposed inner door and sill components. The rocker panel below the front door is also severely crushed and irregular, with exposed metal and internal components. The rear edge of the left front fender, near the wheel arch, has a pronounced dent and crease. Light-colored scuffing and paint abrasion are visible on the left front door and adjacent lower side panel. The driver’s seat leather has moderate abrasion, cracking, and wear on the outer bolster and front edge of the cushion. The instrument cluster displays a “BRAKE WEAR” warning, indicating that the braking system requires inspection and likely service. The provided findings do not establish the condition of hidden structural components, suspension, steering, airbags, electrical systems, drivetrain, or other mechanical systems. A comprehensive physical inspection and diagnostic assessment are recommended before purchase or repair planning. Official NHTSA recall information provided for this 2021 Cayenne includes: - Recall 21V271000 (Porsche campaign AMA9): a rear-axle trailing-arm lock nut may break, potentially causing rear-axle misalignment and loss of control. The remedy is replacement of the lock nuts. - Recall 22V040000 (Porsche campaign ANA1): the rear axle may not have been inspected for alignment after repairs related to recall 21V271000. The remedy includes rear-axle inspection, alignment adjustment as necessary, and replacement of prematurely or unevenly worn tires. - Recall 21V493000 (Porsche campaign AMB4): the steering-column-to-steering-box screw connection may fail. The remedy is installation of a new screw. - Recall 21V318000 (Porsche campaign AMB0): applicable certain Cayenne variants may have a missing passenger-seat heating element that can affect occupant-classification-system calibration and passenger-airbag deployment. - Recall 25V896000 (Porsche campaign ASB2): the rearview-camera image may fail to display when reverse is selected. The remedy is a driver-assistance software update. The completion status of these recalls for this vehicle is not provided and should be verified by VIN with Porsche or NHTSA before purchase.