Porsche 911 recalls

98 official safety recalls for the Porsche 911 from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

United States: nhtsa.gov/recalls
United Kingdom: check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk

Rearview camera image may not display in reverse
Reported December 19, 2025Model years 2020–2025NHTSA campaign 25V896000172,107 vehicles affected
The rearview camera image may not appear when reverse is selected, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the driver assistance software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019-2025 Cayenne, Cayenne E-Hybrid, 2020-2025 911, Taycan, 2024-2025 Panamera, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the driver assistance software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASB2. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 19, 2026.
Rear seat belt buckles may not be securely fastened
Reported February 26, 2025Model years 2023DVSA recall R/2025/077184 vehicles affected
A production error may mean the rear buckle screw connections are not correctly fastened. The buckles could loosen during a crash or emergency braking, increasing injury risk. The aluminium mat position will be checked and the screw connections reworked as needed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ASA0 - Check rear seat belt buckles and rework if necessary
Defect
Due to a process error in the production an aluminium butyl may have been positioned incorrectly and the screw connection of the rear left and right belt buckle was potentially not executed according to the specifications. If this is the case the correct fastening of the belt buckle cannot be guaranteed. The loosening of the rear belt buckles in the event of an accident or emergency braking cannot be ruled out. This could increase the associated risk of injury.
Remedy
The positioning of the aluminium butyl mat on the left and right of the affected vehicles must be checked and depending on the test result the screw connection must be reworked.
Low beam headlights may glare for oncoming drivers
Reported February 12, 2025Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 25V079000878 vehicles affected
A software error may cause the low beam headlights to create excessive glare, reducing visibility for oncoming drivers and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the control module software, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2025 911 vehicles. A software error in the front-end electronics control module may result in the low beam headlights creating a glare for oncoming traffic. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
Excessive glare can decrease the visibility to oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the front-end electronics control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2025. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASA1.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-888-275-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Rear seat belt buckle bolts may be loose
Reported February 12, 2025Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 25V078000279 vehicles affected
Rear seat belt buckle bolts may not be tightened properly, so a buckle may not restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing injury risk. Dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts and reposition the soundproofing mat as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2023 911 vehicles. The bolts for the rear seat belt buckles may not be tightened properly.
Consequence
A loose seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten the rear seat belt buckle bolt, and reposition the aluminum butyl soundproofing mat as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2025. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASA0.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Central-lock wheel fastening may fail
Reported October 28, 2024Model years 2023–2024DVSA recall R/2024/4271,158 vehicles affected
The central-lock wheel fastening may be damaged or break, potentially detaching a wheel. The system will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ARC4 Stop Use & Safety Recall - Wheel attachment with central locking
Defect
On affected vehicles the wheel attachments using the central lock may not meet the required specifications. This can lead to damage / breakage and the possibility of wheel detachment.
Remedy
Check the correct functioning of the central lock wheel fastening system and replace if necessary.
Center lock wheel bolt may fracture
Reported October 28, 2024Model years 2021–2024NHTSA campaign 24V8090002,251 vehicles affected
Do not drive: the maker advises not to drive affected vehicles until they are repaired.
The center lock wheel bolt may fracture and cause a wheel to detach, leading to loss of control and increased crash risk. Owners should not drive until repaired. Dealers will check the wheel fastening system and replace incorrectly manufactured parts as necessary free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2025 Panamera, 2024 718 Cayman GT4 RS, 718 Spyder RS, and 2021-2024 911 vehicles. The center lock wheel bolt may fracture and cause the wheel to detach.
Consequence
Wheel detachment can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners should not drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. Dealers will check the center lock wheel fastening system and replace any incorrectly manufactured parts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 24, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ARC4.
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 nhtsa.gov.
Window bonding may be insufficient
Reported March 13, 2024Model years 2020–2024DVSA recall R/2024/1402,098 vehicles affected
The front and rear window panes may not meet specifications, so their bonding to the body may be insufficient. The windows will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ARA3 - Check front and rear windows and replace if necessary
Defect
On the affected vehicles it is possible that the front and rear window panes were not manufactured in accordance with specifications and their bonding to the body is therefore insufficient
Remedy
To prevent this from happening the front and rear windows on the affected vehicles must be checked and if necessary replaced
Windshield and rear window may detach
Reported February 28, 2024Model years 2020–2024NHTSA campaign 24V1550008,101 vehicles affected
The windshield and rear window may not be properly secured and could detach. An unsecured windshield may not support the front air bags as intended during deployment. Dealers will inspect and replace the windows as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2024 911 vehicles. The front windshield and rear window may not be properly secured and can detach.
Consequence
During air bag deployment, an unsecured windshield may not support the front air bags as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield and rear window as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 30, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ARA3.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Rear seat belt may not secure a child restraint
Reported February 20, 2024Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 24V123000910 vehicles affected
The automatic locking retractor may deactivate too early, preventing a child restraint from being secured properly and increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will inspect and replace rear three-point belts as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2023 911 Carrera T, 911 Carrera 4 GTS, 911 Carrera GTS, 911 Turbo S, 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera S, 911 Turbo S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4, 911 Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet, 911 Targa 4 GTS, 911 Carrera, 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4S, 911 Targa 4S, 911 Turbo, and 911 Edition 50 Years Porsche Design vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractor (ALR) may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the rear three-point belts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ARA2.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Side airbag may activate unnecessarily
Reported November 8, 2023Model years 2021–2023DVSA recall R/2023/3191,048 vehicles affected
A side airbag in a bucket seat may activate unnecessarily. The airbag control unit will be recoded.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
On affected vehicles the side airbag installed in bucket seats may be activated unnecessarily.
Defect
On affected vehicles the side airbag installed in bucket seats may be activated unnecessarily.
Remedy
Recode the airbag control unit
Seat-mounted air bags may deploy unnecessarily
Reported October 25, 2023Model years 2021–2024NHTSA campaign 23V7150002,923 vehicles affected
Seat-mounted air bags may deploy unnecessarily during a crash, increasing injury risk. Dealers will reprogram the air bag control unit free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021-2023 911 Turbo S, 2022 911 Turbo, 2022-2023 911 GT3 Touring, 911 GT3, 911 Carrera 4 GTS, 2022-2024 911 Carrera GTS, 2023 911 GT3 RS, 911 Dakar, and 2024 911 Carrera T vehicles equipped with optional full bucket seats. The seat-mounted air bags may deploy unnecessarily during a crash.
Consequence
Air bags that deploy unnecessarily can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the air bag control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 11, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APB3.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Brake lights may activate simultaneously
Reported June 26, 2023Model years 2022–2023NHTSA campaign 23V446000700 vehicles affected
A software error may cause the vehicle and spoiler centre high-mounted brake lights to activate at the same time when the spoiler is manually deployed below 56 MPH (90 km/h), potentially confusing other drivers and increasing crash risk. Dealers will reprogram the spoiler control unit free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2022-2023 911 GT3 Touring vehicles. A software error in the rear spoiler control unit may allow both the vehicle and spoiler center high-mounted brake lights to activate simultaneously when the rear spoiler is manually deployed at speeds below 56 MPH (90 km/h). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
Simultaneous activation of both center high-mounted brake lights may cause confusion for other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the rear spoiler control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 24, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA8.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicle body may have missing welds
Reported May 3, 2023Model years 2020–2022NHTSA campaign 23V3130003 vehicles affected
A production process error may leave welds missing from the body. In a crash, the body may not adequately protect occupants, increasing injury risk. Dealers will inspect and repair the welds as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020 911 Carrera S, 2021 Taycan Turbo, and 2022 911 Carrera vehicles. Due to a process error in the car body production line, various welds may be missing from the vehicle body.
Consequence
In the event of a crash, incomplete body welding may not provide adequate protection to occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the welds, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 30, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA4.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Dashboard may break during passenger air bag deployment
Reported December 6, 2022Model years 2022–2023NHTSA campaign 22V89700053 vehicles affected
In a crash that deploys the passenger air bag, the dashboard console may break and cause improper air bag deployment, increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the dashboard free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2022-2023 911 vehicles. In the event of a crash with passenger air bag deployment, the dashboard console may break, causing the air bag to deploy improperly.
Consequence
An improper air bag deployment increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the dashboard, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 14, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANB7.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Seat belt fitting bolts may not meet specifications
Reported November 9, 2022Model years 2021–2022DVSA recall R/2022/33410 vehicles affected
The screw connection for a seat belt end fitting on the driver’s or passenger’s seat may not meet specifications. It will be checked for damage, and the seat frame will be replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
The screw connection of the belt end fitting on the driver's seat as well as the passenger seat may not comply with the specifications.
Defect
On affected vehicles due to a process error in production the screw connection of the belt end fitting on the driver's and passenger seat may not comply with specifications.
Remedy
Check the screw connection for damage and replacing the seat frame if necessary.
Seat belt anchor screw may not be tight
Reported October 25, 2022Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 22V80300015 vehicles affected
The screw attaching the lower seat belt anchor to the seat frame may be loose, and the anchor could detach in a crash. Dealers will replace and tighten the screws; if the threads are damaged, they will also replace the seat frame. Repairs are free.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEATS
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2022 911 GT3 vehicles. The screw that attaches the lower seat belt anchor to the seat frame may not have been tightened properly.
Consequence
An improperly tightened seat belt anchor can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace and tighten the screws. If the screw threads are damaged, the seat frame will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 23, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANB6.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Fitted tyres may affect emissions
Reported January 10, 2022Model years 2015DVSA recall R/2022/03544 vehicles affected
The fitted tyres may adversely affect vehicle emissions. The tyres will be checked and, if the specified tyres are still fitted, replaced with the successor model.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE FITTED TYRES MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT VEHICLE EMISSION OUTPUTS
Defect
The fitted tyres may adversely affect vehicle emission outputs.
Remedy
Check whether the Pirelli PZero N0 tyres fitted ex-works are still on affected 981 Spyder vehicles and replace them with the successor model Pirelli PZero N1.
Brake booster pressure rod may be too loose
Reported September 22, 2021Model years 2018–2021DVSA recall R/2021/3174 vehicles affected
The brake booster pressure input rod connection may not be tightened as required. The brake booster will be replaced or reworked, depending on the vehicle type.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE SCREW CONNECTION OF THE PRESSURE INPUT ROD OF THE BRAKE BOOSTER WAS NOT CARRIED OUT ACCORDING TO REGULATIONS
Defect
The screw connection of the pressure input rod of the brake booster may not have been tightened according to regulations.
Remedy
The brake booster must be replaced or reworked depending on the vehicle type.ï¿½
Brake booster rod connection may detach
Reported September 8, 2021Model years 2020–2021NHTSA campaign 21V69700011 vehicles affected
The pressure input rod connection on the brake booster may loosen and detach, causing the brake pedal to fail and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will repair or replace the brake booster as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2021 911 Carrera and Taycan vehicles. The pressure input rod connection on the brake booster may be loose and could detach.
Consequence
A detached pressure input rod will cause the brake pedal to fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will repair or replace the brake booster as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB9.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Seat belt retractors may deactivate early
Reported August 4, 2021Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 21V6080004,924 vehicles affected
The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, preventing a child restraint from securing properly and increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will inspect the seat belt assemblies and replace them if necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 911 Carrera Coupe, 911 Carrera S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4 Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Coupe, 911 Turbo Coupe, 911 Turbo S Coupe, Panamera, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, Panamera 4S, Panamera GTS, Panamera Turbo S, Taycan, Taycan 4S, Taycan Turbo, and Taycan Turbo S vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB6.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Incorrect passenger seat may affect air bag operation
Reported June 23, 2021Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 21V467000149 vehicles affected
An incorrect passenger seat may cause an occupant classification system malfunction that can affect the front passenger air bag and increase injury risk. Dealers will install the correct seat free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 911 Turbo Coupe, 911 Turbo S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Targa, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 911 Turbo S Cabriolet, and 911 Turbo Cabriolet vehicles. Incorrect passenger seat was installed and may cause a Occupant Classification System (OCS) malfunction.
Consequence
An OCS malfunction may affect the front passenger air bag, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will install the correct seat, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB3.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Rear upper control arm bolts may be loose
Reported March 24, 2021Model years 2019–2020DVSA recall R/2021/1266 vehicles affected
The rear upper control arm connections may not be tightened to the specified torque. The chassis bolts will be replaced and tightened to the specified torque.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE THREADED CONNECTIONS OF THE UPPER CONTROL ARMS AT THE REAR AXLE WERE NOT TIGHTENED WITH THE SPECIFIC TIGTENING TORQUE
Defect
Threaded connections of the upper control arms at the rear axle may not be tightened with the specified tightening torque.
Remedy
The chassis bolts will be replaced and tightened with the specified tightening torque.
Rear axle control arm connection may be loose
Reported March 24, 2021Model years 2019–2020NHTSA campaign 21V2010007 vehicles affected
The screw connection on the rear axle upper control arm may be loose and fail, causing driving instability and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will rework and tighten the connection free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster, 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S Coupe, Carrera 4S Coupe, and Carrera S Cabriolet vehicles. The screw connection on the rear axle upper control arm may be loose.
Consequence
A loose connection may fail, causing driving instability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will rework and tighten the screw connection on the rear axle upper control arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA6.
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.
Suspension components may loosen or detach
Reported March 10, 2021Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 21V157000396 vehicles affected
Some suspension components may not be tightened correctly and could loosen or detach, causing sudden loss of vehicle stability and control. Dealers will replace affected nuts and bolts and inspect surrounding parts, replacing damaged parts as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Porsche Taycan Turbo, Taycan Turbo S, Taycan, Taycan 4S, 911 Turbo S Coupe, Cayman, Cayman T, Cayman S, Cayman GT4, 911 Carrera Coupe, 911 Carrera S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Targa, 911 Carrera Cabriolet, 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4S Targa Heritage Design Edition, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 911 Turbo Coupe, 911 Turbo Cabriolet, 911 Turbo S Cabriolet, 718 Spyder, and Boxster vehicles. Certain suspension components may not have been tightened correctly and can loosen.
Consequence
Loose suspension components may detach, causing a sudden loss of vehicle stability and control, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the affected suspension nuts and bolts. Dealers will also inspect surrounding components for damage, and replace any damaged parts as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA3.
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.
Front final drive mounts may be insufficiently tightened
Reported July 17, 2020Model years 2018–2019DVSA recall R/2020/21130 vehicles affected
The front final drive transmission support mounts may not be tightened to specification. The front-axle final drive will be removed and the support secured correctly; damaged parts will be replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE FOUR WHEEL FINAL DRIVE SCREW JOINTS TO THE TRANSMISSION MOUNT HAVE NOT BEEN TIGHTENED TO CORRECT SPECIFICATIONS
Defect
The front four-wheel final drive transmission support mounts may not be tightened according to specifications.
Remedy
The front-axle final drive will be removed and the transmission support will be secured according to specifications. If necessary the front-axle final drive and any other damaged components will be replaced.
Front differential bracket may loosen
Reported July 1, 2020Model years 2020NHTSA campaign 20V38100014 vehicles affected
The front axle differential bracket may not be tightened correctly and could loosen, damaging nearby parts such as the fuel tank or drive shafts. Fuel tank damage may cause a fire if fuel leaks near an ignition source. Dealers will inspect and reinstall or replace the differential and check for damage, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Coupe vehicles. The front axle differential bracket may not have been tightened correctly. If it comes loose, the differential could potentially cause damage to surrounding components.
Consequence
Components such as the fuel tank or drive shafts may become damaged from the loose differential. Damage to the fuel tank can result in fuel leakage, which in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will remove the front axle differential to check the screw threads, and to inspect surrounding components for any consequential damage. Depending on the inspection result, the front axle differential will be reinstalled or replaced using new screw joints torqued to the required specification. All work will be performed free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ALA8.
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.
Hazard warning lights may not activate
Reported December 13, 2019Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2020/108581 vehicles affected
The hazard warning lights may not activate when the centre console button is pressed. The control unit in the front centre console will be reprogrammed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS WILL NOT BE ACTIVATED AFTER PRESSING THE CENTRE CONSOLE BUTTON
Defect
There is a possibility that the hazard warning lights will not be activated after pressing the button in the center console.
Remedy
Re-program the operator control unit in front center console.
Hazard warning lights may not work when activated
Reported December 11, 2019Model years 2020NHTSA campaign 19V8780001,928 vehicles affected
A software error may prevent the hazard warning lights from working when activated, increasing crash risk in a hazard situation. Dealers will reprogram the control unit free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020 911 Carrera S Coupe, Cabrio, Coupe, 4 Coupe, 4S Coupe, 4 Cabrio, 4S Cabrio, and S Cabrio vehicles. Due to a software error, the hazard warning lights may not function when activated by an operator. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
If the hazard warning lights cannot be activated, there is an increased risk of a crash in a hazard situation.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the control unit, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKC1.
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.
Child restraint instructions may not explain installation clearly
Reported December 11, 2019Model years 2014–2019NHTSA campaign 19V87500015,501 vehicles affected
The owner’s manual may not give sufficiently specific instructions for installing a child restraint, which could lead to improper installation and increase the risk of injury in a crash. Dealers will provide a supplement with proper instructions free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
CHILD SEAT
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2014 Cayman and Cayman S, 2014-2016 911 GT3, 2016 911 GT3 RS and 911 R, 2018 911 GT3 and 911 GT2 RS and 2019 911 GT3 RS, 911 GT3, and 911 GT2 RS vehicles. The Child Restraint System (CRS) instructions within the Owner's Manual may not provide enough specificity for proper installation. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Consequence
Improper CRS installation increases the risk of an injury to the occupant in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will provide a an Owner's Manual supplement with proper CRS installation instructions, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKC0.
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.
Airbag control unit may have a faulty capacitor
Reported August 23, 2019Model years 2015–2016DVSA recall R/2019/25010,860 vehicles affected
A possible fault in the airbag control unit may affect its operation. The unit will receive a software upgrade and be replaced if faulty.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
AIR BAG CONTROL UNIT MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED WITH A FAULTY CAPACITOR
Defect
Possible fault within the air bag control unit.
Remedy
Software upgrade to the control unit and replacement if faulty.
Door speaker cover may be missing
Reported July 31, 2019Model years 2018–2019DVSA recall R/2019/2513 vehicles affected
A cover may be missing from the door sub-frame. The door will be inspected and a cover fitted if required.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
LOUDSPEAKER COVER MAY NOT HAVE BEEN INSTALLED IN THE DOOR SUB FRAME
Defect
Possible missing cover in the door sub-frame.
Remedy
Inspect retrofit cover if required.
Air bag control unit may disable or deploy bags unexpectedly
Reported July 17, 2019Model years 2016–2017NHTSA campaign 19V5330007,517 vehicles affected
A defective power supply capacitor in the air bag control unit may deactivate the air bags or cause them to deploy unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury or a crash. Dealers will install new software and replace the unit as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016-2017 911 and Boxster, 2016 Cayman and Panamera vehicles. The air bag Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have a defective power supply capacitor that can result in air bag deactivation or inadvertent deployment of the air bags.
Consequence
Deactivated air bags increase the risk of injury. Inadvertent deployment of the air bags increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will install new software and replace the air bag ECU as necessary, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 13, 2019. Owners received a second notice and the recall began February 12, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKB4.
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.
Rear axle fastening nuts may be incorrectly coated
Reported July 3, 2019Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2019/2075 vehicles affected
Incorrectly coated nuts secure the drive shaft and wheel hub on the rear axle. The nuts will be replaced and tightened to specification.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FASTENING NUTS TO SECURE THE DRIVE SHAFT AND WHEEL HUB ON THE REAR AXLE ARE INCORRECTLY COATED
Defect
Incorrectly coated nuts were used to secure the drive shaft and wheel hub on the rear axle.
Remedy
Replace the fastening nuts and torque to specification.
Driveshaft bolts may not be properly tightened
Reported June 12, 2019Model years 2019–2020NHTSA campaign 19V4450003 vehicles affected
Bolts connecting the driveshaft to the wheel hub may be loose. If the driveshaft disconnects, crash risk may increase. Dealers will properly tighten the connection free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019 911 GT2 RS and 2020 911 Carrera S Coupe vehicles. The bolts connecting the driveshaft to the wheel hub may not have been properly tightened.
Consequence
If the driveshaft disconnects from the wheel hub, it can increase the risk of crash.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will properly tighten the driveshaft connection to the wheel hub, free of charge. The recall began August 9, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKB2.
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.
Side airbag sensors may not be tightly secured
Reported March 25, 2019Model years 2017–2018DVSA recall R/2019/111633 vehicles affected
The side airbag sensors may not be tightened to specification. Both sensors will be checked and their fixings reworked if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE AIRBAG SENSORS IN THE SIDE MEMBERS ON THE VEHICLE MAY NOT BE SCREWED TIGHTLY ENOUGH
Defect
There is a possibility that the side airbag sensors are not tightened to specification.
Remedy
Check both side airbag sensors and rework the fixing where necessary.
Side air bag sensors may be loose
Reported March 6, 2019Model years 2018NHTSA campaign 19V179000417 vehicles affected
Side air bag impact sensors may not be properly tightened, so the air bags may not deploy in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will tighten the sensors as needed free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2018 718 Boxster, Boxster S and Boxster GTS, 718 Cayman, Cayman S and Cayman GTS, 911 Carrera, Carrera T, Targa 4 GTS, Carrera 4, Carrera S, Carrera 4S, Carrera GTS, Carrera 4 GTS, Carrera Cabriolet, Carrera S Cabriolet, Carrera 4S Cabriolet, Carrera GTS Cabriolet, Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet, Targa 4, Targa 4S, Turbo, Turbo S, Turbo S Exclusive Series, Turbo Cabriolet, Turbo S Cabriolet and GT3 vehicles. The side air bag impact sensors may not have been properly tightened to the vehicle.
Consequence
In the event of a crash, the air bags may not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the air bag sensors, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 17, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA4.
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.
Passenger airbag detonators may affect deployment
Reported March 27, 2017Model years 2016–2017DVSA recall R/2017/10230 vehicles affected
Incorrect detonators may affect passenger airbag deployment in a crash. The passenger airbag module will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
INCORRECT DETONATORS FITTED TO FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAGS
Defect
Incorrect passenger air bag detonators were installed during manufacturer. this may adversely affect the airbag's deployment in the event of an impact.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace the passenger's air bag module.
Windscreen may detach in a crash
Reported March 2, 2017Model years 2017DVSA recall R/2017/097298 vehicles affected
Insufficient bonding may allow the windscreen to detach in an accident. The windscreen will be rebonded.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
BONDING ON WINDSCREEN IS INSUFFICIENT
Defect
On 911 Cabriolet and Targa models only the windscreen may have been fitted with insufficient bonding product. There is a possibility that the windscreen could detach from the vehicle in the event of an accident.
Remedy
Recall the likely affected vehicles and rebond the windscreen.
Windshield may detach in a crash
Reported March 2, 2017Model years 2017NHTSA campaign 17V13500021 vehicles affected
The windshield may not be properly bonded and could detach in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will rebond it free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017 911 Carrera Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, 911 Targa S, 911 Targa 4S, 911 Turbo Cabriolet, 718 Boxter and 718 Boxter S vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 212, "Windshield Mounting."
Consequence
In the event of a crash, if the windshield separates from the vehicle, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will rebond the windshield, free of charge. The recall began on May 12, 2016. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for the recall is AH04.
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.
Passenger airbag inflator may fail to ignite
Reported March 2, 2017Model years 2016–2017NHTSA campaign 17V134000120 vehicles affected
The passenger frontal airbag inflator initiator may fail to ignite in a crash, preventing the airbag from deploying and increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the affected airbags free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016 911 GT3 RS and 911 R vehicles and 2017 911 Carrera, 911 Carrera Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4, 911 Carrera 4S, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera S, 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, 911 Targa 4, 911 Targa 4S, 911 Turbo S, 911 Turbo S Cabriolet, 718 Boxster, 718 Boxster S, 718 Cayman and 718 Cayman S vehicles. The passenger frontal air bag inflator initiator may fail to ignite during a crash.
Consequence
If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the passenger frontal air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bags, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2017. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AH03.
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.
Fuel pipe screws may shear and cause a leak
Reported February 15, 2017Model years 2015–2016DVSA recall R/2017/0502,182 vehicles affected
Screws securing the fuel collection pipes may shear, allowing a pipe to separate from an injector and leak fuel. The securing screws will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FUEL INJECTION PIPES MAY BECOME INSECURE
Defect
The screws retaining the fuel collection pipe(s) may shear under stress. This may allow the pipe(s) to separate from the injector(s) and cause fuel to leak.
Remedy
On affected vehicle replace the collection pipes' securing screws
Fuel collection pipe may come off injectors
Reported January 25, 2017Model years 2015–2016DVSA recall R/2017/0222,166 vehicles affected
High fuel pressure may crack a fuel collection pipe and force it off the injectors, causing a fuel leak in the engine compartment. The fastening screws will be replaced with different screws.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FUEL MAY LEAK
Defect
The high fuel pressure that builds up in the injection system when the engine is running can cause cracking and ultimately press the relevant fuel collection pipe off the injectors. This can cause a fuel leak in the engine compartment.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the fastening screws for the fuel collection pipes with different screws.
Fuel pipe screws may shear and cause a leak
Reported January 25, 2017Model years 2017NHTSA campaign 17V0540004,090 vehicles affected
Screws securing the engine compartment fuel collection pipes may shear, causing a fuel leak that can increase fire risk if fuel reaches an ignition source. Dealers will install improved screws free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017 911 Carrera, 911 Carrera S, 911 Carrera 4, 911 Carrera 4S, 911 Targa 4, 911 Targa 4S + GTS, 911 Carrera Cabriolet, 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 718 Boxster, 718 Boxster S, 718 Cayman, and 718 Cayman S vehicles. The screws that fasten the fuel collection pipes in the engine compartment may shear off, resulting in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will install improved fastening screws, free of charge. The recall began March 27, 2017. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AH01.
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.
Front side airbags may not operate as intended
Reported January 20, 2017Model years 2016DVSA recall R/2017/01522 vehicles affected
Incorrect detonators may prevent the front side airbags from operating as intended in a collision. The airbags will be replaced with quality-assured replacements.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FRONT SIDE AIRBAGS MAY BE IMPAIRED
Defect
It has been identified that the front side airbags may have been fitted with the incorrect detonators. If the vehicle is involved in a collision then the airbags may not operate as intended.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles to replace the front side airbags with a quality assured replacement.
Side air bag may fail to deploy
Reported December 30, 2016Model years 2017NHTSA campaign 16V94600085 vehicles affected
The side air bag inflator initiator may fail to ignite in a crash, preventing the air bag from deploying and increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will replace the affected air bag modules free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2017 718 Boxster, 718 Boxster S, 718 Cayman, 718 Cayman S, 911 Carrera, 911 Carrera S, 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4S, 911 Turbo, 911 Turbo S, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, and 911 Turbo Cabriolet vehicles. The seat mounted side air bag inflator initiator may fail to ignite during a crash.
Consequence
If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the side air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began April 2017. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AG10.
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.
Brake assistance may be reduced
Reported October 14, 2016Model years 2016DVSA recall R/2016/240140 vehicles affected
The brake booster vacuum supply line may be fitted incorrectly and come loose, reducing braking assistance. The brakes will still work, but more pedal effort may be needed. The line connections will be checked, adjusted or replaced as needed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
REDUCED BRAKE PERFORMANCE
Defect
A vacuum supply line for the brake booster may not have been fitted correctly. The vacuum supply line could become loose resulting in reduced braking assistance. The brakes will still work but the driver will have to supply additional input for the required brake effort.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected where the connection points of the vacuum supply line will be checked/adjusted/replaced as necessary.
Front hood latch may fail
Reported November 4, 2014Model years 2014–2015NHTSA campaign 14V6980001,382 vehicles affected
The hood lock may fail to latch securely, allowing the hood to open while driving and severely obstruct the driver's view, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the front hood lock free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Porsche 911, Boxster, and Cayman vehicles manufactured May 7, 2014, to September 23, 2014. The front hood upper lock components were not manufactured to specification and may fail to securely latch the vehicle's hood during operation.
Consequence
A failure of the hood latching mechanism may cause the hood to suddenly open during vehicle operation and will severely impede the driver's ability to see out the front windshield, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock on the front hood, free of charge. The recall began December 12, 2014. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AE04.
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.
Front luggage compartment catch may detach
Reported November 3, 2014Model years 2014DVSA recall R/2014/1511,134 vehicles affected
The upper part of the front luggage compartment catch may not be secured correctly and could detach, allowing the lid to open unintentionally. The upper catch part will be replaced and secured with new screws.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
BONNET CATCH ASSEMBLY MAY FAIL
Defect
On affected vehicles the upper part of the catch mechanism fitted to the front luggage compartment lid may not be secured to the correct specification. The mechanism may become detached from the lid allowing it to open unintentionally.
Remedy
Replace upper part of catch mechanism and secure with new screws
Engine connecting rod bolts may fail
Reported May 1, 2014DVSA recall R/2014/059168 vehicles affected
One or more engine connecting rod bolts may fail, damaging the crankcase and, in the worst case, causing a fire. The engine and vehicle-specific identification stickers will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FIRE MAY OCCUR
Defect
One or more engine con rod bolts may fail and lead to the crankcase being damaged and in the worst case fire.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the engine and vehicle specific identification stickers.
Piston connecting rod may come loose
Reported March 24, 2014Model years 2014NHTSA campaign 14V090000209 vehicles affected
A piston connecting rod may come loose and damage the crankcase, allowing oil to leak onto hot engine components and cause a fire. Dealers will install a new engine free of charge. Do not drive the vehicle until the engine is replaced.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2014 911 GT3 vehicles manufactured October 19, 2013, through January 16, 2014. In the affected vehicles, a piston connecting rod may come loose and damage the engine crankcase.
Consequence
A damaged crankcase may allow engine oil to leak onto hot components in the engine bay which may result in a fire.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will install a new engine with improved piston connecting rod connections, free of charge. The recall began on June 6, 2014. Owners may contact Porsche at 1-800-545-8039. Porsche's number for this recall is AE01. Note: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the engine has been replaced.
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.
Passenger seat wiring may disable the airbags
Reported October 17, 2013Model years 2014NHTSA campaign 13V50200081 vehicles affected
Intermittent contact in the passenger seat wiring may deactivate the frontal and knee airbags, increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will replace the front passenger seat, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEATS
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2014 Boxster, Boxster S, Cayman, Cayman S and 911 Carrera (S, Cabriolet, S Cabriolet, 4, 4S, 4 Cabriolet, 4s Cabriolet) vehicles manufactured September 2, 2013, through September 23, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the passenger seats may be equipped with defective wiring harnesses resulting in intermittent contact with the harness plug.
Consequence
The intermittent plug may cause the passenger seat frontal and knee airbags may be deactivated. In the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, this may increase the risk of injury to the front passenger.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat free of charge. The recall began on December 11, 2013. Owners may contact Porsche at 1-770-290-3500. Porsche's recall number is AD04.
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.
Rear exhaust tailpipe may crack and detach
Reported April 25, 2013DVSA recall R/2013/032EU Safety Gate A12/0612/13560 vehicles affected
A rear muffler may not last as required, so its tailpipe could crack and detach, creating a danger to other road users. Both rear mufflers will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
TAILPIPE MAY BECOME DETACHED
Defect
Internal tests have shown that rear mufflers (silencer) installed on these vehicles do not achieve the required service life. As a result the exhaust tailpipe of the rear muffler can crack on vehicles with higher mileage this can result in the loss of the exhaust tailpipe and represents a danger to other road users
Remedy
Replace both rear mufflers.
Passenger seatbelts may lack child-seat locking function
Reported February 26, 2013Model years 2002NHTSA campaign 13V0640001 vehicle affected
Passenger seatbelts lack the automatic locking function needed to secure a child restraint. This may increase the risk of injury to a child in a crash. The company will replace all passenger seatbelts free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Defect
US Specs is recalling one 2002 Porsche Carrera 911. This vehicle fails to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection." After performing conformity-related modifications for the US market, this vehicle was released with passenger seatbelts that lack the required Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) function.
Consequence
Without the ALR function, the seatbelts do not allow for the secure installation of a child restraint, which can increase the risk of injury to a child during a crash.
Remedy
US Specs will notify the owner and replace all of the passenger seat belts, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact US Specs at 1-443-502-2331.
Notes
US Specs' campaign recall number is SB101.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.
Passenger mirror label may give incorrect information
Reported February 26, 2013Model years 2002NHTSA campaign 13V0630004 vehicles affected
An incorrectly sized label on the passenger-side mirror may leave drivers unsure how close objects are, increasing crash risk. The company will correct the statement on the mirror free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect
US Specs is recalling one 2002 Porsche Carrera, one 1997 BMW 750IL, and two 1986 BMW 635 CSI vehicles for failing to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 111, "Rearview Mirrors." While performing conformity-related modifications for the US market, labels with an incorrect size font were applied to the passenger side mirror.
Consequence
Drivers of these vehicles may not know the proximity of the objects in the passenger side mirror, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
US Specs will notify owners and correct the statement on the passenger mirror of the affected vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact US Specs at 1-443-502-2331.
Notes
US Specs campaign recall number is MR101.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.
Exhaust tail pipe may fracture and separate
Reported February 22, 2013Model years 2012–2013NHTSA campaign 13V0580002,263 vehicles affected
The exhaust tail pipe may fracture and separate from the rear muffler, creating a road hazard and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the rear mufflers free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
Defect
Porsche is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 911 Carrera and Carrera 4 vehicles manufactured from March 7, 2012, through November 12, 2012, and equipped with a standard (not sport) exhaust system. The exhaust tail pipe may fracture and separate from the rear muffler.
Consequence
If the exhaust tail pipe separates from the muffler it may become a hazard for other vehicles on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear mufflers free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners on May 9, 2013. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Porsche at 1-800-767-7243.
Notes
Porsche's safety recall number is AD01.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.
Rear wheel hub may break
Reported December 10, 2012DVSA recall R/2012/15676 vehicles affected
Highly stressed rear wheel hubs may break, particularly if revision intervals for track use are not observed and components are worn. Standard rear wheel hubs will be fitted to affected vehicles with central wheel lock.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
REAR HUB MAY DETACH
Defect
Current market observations have shown that the track usage of many vehicles in the 911 model line now comes close to that of pure GT3 racing vehicles. The component stresses associated with race track use and competitive driving are much higher than for a sporty driving style on public roads. The revision intervals for race track use must be observed particularly for highly stressed chassis components in the same way as is required for GT3 racing vehicles. If these revision intervals are not observed the failure of highly stressed components and breakage of hubs on the rear axle for example cannot be ruled out particularly in the case of components in advanced stages of wear.
Remedy
In order to standardise revision intervals the wheel hubs on the rear axle will be replaced by standard wheel hubs on the affected vehicles with central wheel lock
Rear wheel hubs may fail
Reported December 3, 2012Model years 2010NHTSA campaign 12V558000455 vehicles affected
Rear wheel hubs may fail under certain driving conditions, potentially causing loss of control and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the rear wheel hubs free of charge, and the service intervals will be revised.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
WHEELS:HUB
Defect
Porsche is recalling certain model year 2010 911 GT3 vehicles manufactured May 15, 2009, through February 11, 2010. The rear wheel hubs may be prone to failure under certain driving conditions. Also, the original, suggested maintenance intervals may be insufficient to prevent wheel hub failure.
Consequence
If the rear hub fails, there may be a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheel hubs on the rear axle free of charge. The service interval specifications will also be revised and provided to owners as part of Porsche's owner notification letter. The recall began on January 22, 2013. Owners may contact Porsche at 1-800-767-7243.
Notes
Porsche's safety recall number is AC05.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.
Fuel pipe connector may leak
Reported March 28, 2012DVSA recall R/2012/040734 vehicles affected
Contact with a heating pipe may impair the fuel connector's lock, causing a fuel leak, engine cut-out or fire. The pipes will be checked; a spacer will be fitted or the fuel line and spacer replaced, depending on the findings.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
RISK OF FIRE
Defect
A fuel pipe quick connector located under the vehicle could be contacting a heating pipe. The contact of the pipe and connector could impair the locking function of the connector and in the worst case could cause the fuel pipe to leak and the possibility of the engine cutting out or fire.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check for contact of the heating pipe and fuel line and if there is sufficient clearance fit a spacing ring and if there has been contact fit a new fuel line and spacer.
Fuel line may disconnect at quick connector
Reported March 21, 2012Model years 2012NHTSA campaign 12V1070001,232 vehicles affected
Contact between a coolant line and fuel line may disconnect the fuel line, causing a leak. The engine may misfire or stall, increasing crash risk, and fuel near an ignition source may cause a fire. Dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
PORSCHE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 911 CARRERA S VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 26, 2011, THROUGH JANUARY 24, 2012. INTERFERENCE BETWEEN A COOLANT LINE AND A FUEL LINE MAY CAUSE THE FUEL LINE TO BECOME DISCONNECTED AT THE QUICK CONNECTOR.
Consequence
IF THE FUEL LINE BECOMES DISCONNECTED, A FUEL LEAK MAY OCCUR. A FUEL LEAK COULD LEAD TO THE ENGINE MISFIRING OR STALLING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A FIRE.
Remedy
PORSCHE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL LINE WITH A NEW FUEL LINE, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 26, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-767-7243.
Notes
PORSCHE'S SAFETY RECALL NUMBER IS AC02.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.
Seat belt anchor plates may not rotate
Reported August 5, 2011Model years 2011–2012NHTSA campaign 11V409000235 vehicles affected
Seat belt anchor plate mounting holes may be too small, preventing the plates from rotating as designed. The belt may not fit properly around an occupant or could loosen over time, increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will inspect the anchors and replace the seat belt if needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS
Defect
PORSCHE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 911 SPEEDSTER AND 911 GTS RS 4.0; AND MODEL YEAR 2012 BOXSTER (INCLUDING S AND SPYDER); CAYMAN (INCLUDING S AND R); 911 CARRERA (INCLUDING S, GTS, 4, 4S, AND 4 GTS); 911 TARGA 4 AND TARGA 4S; AND 911 TURBO AND TURBO S MODELS MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 31, 2011, THROUGH JUNE 10, 2011. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE MOUNTING HOLES IN THE SEAT BELT ANCHOR PLATES FITTED TO THE VEHICLE ARE TOO SMALL. IF THE HOLE DIAMETER IS TOO SMALL, THE ANCHOR PLATE MAY NOT BE ABLE TO ROTATE ABOUT THE FASTENING BOLT AS DESIGNED.
Consequence
SHOULD THIS OCCUR, THE SEAT BELT MAY NOT BE ROUTED OPTIMALLY AROUND THE OCCUPANT, OR MAY POTENTIALLY LOOSEN AT SOME POINT IN THE FUTURE INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY DURING A CRASH.
Remedy
PORSCHE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SEAT BELT ANCHORS AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE SEAT BELT. THE REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-767-7243.
Notes
PORSCHE'S SAFETY RECALL NUMBER IS AB02.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Wheel hubs may wear and wheels may loosen
Reported June 10, 2011Model years 2010–2011NHTSA campaign 11V2850001,702 vehicles affected
Center locking hubs may wear prematurely, allowing the wheels to loosen and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the hubs and wheels with an improved design free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Defect
PORSCHE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011, 911 TURBO; TURBO S, 911 GT3, GT3 RS AND GT2 RS HIGH PERFORMANCE VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 18, 2009 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 17, 2010, AND EQUIPPED WITH CENTER LOCKING HUB AND WHEEL ASSEMBLIES. OVER TIME THE HUBS CAN WEAR PREMATURELY.
Consequence
AS THE HUBS WEAR, THE WHEELS COULD LOOSEN, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CENTRAL LOCKING HUBS AND WHEELS WITH AN IMPROVED DESIGN, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 28, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-767-7243.
Notes
PORSCHE'S SAFETY RECALL NO. AB01.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Wheel locking device may come undone
Reported May 9, 2011DVSA recall R/2011/133430 vehicles affected
Under racing conditions, incorrect clamping force or torque may allow the centre wheel locking device to come undone, potentially detaching a wheel. The locking components will be checked and replaced if required.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
WHEEL MAY DETACH
Defect
At a recent 24 hour race at the Nurburgring Circuit it was identified that the clamping force/torque on the centre wheel locking components is incorrect. If the vehicle is used under racing type conditions it is possible that the centre locking device could undo which if not identified could lead to a wheel detachment.
Remedy
Recall all the affected vehicles to check the centre locking components and replace them if required.
Engine spacers may crack or detach
Reported January 1, 2009DVSA recall R/2009/001434 vehicles affected
Vibration may cause stress cracks in an engine spacer, usually resulting in noise. On high-mileage vehicles, spacers may detach. Additional damping elements will be fitted to reduce vibration.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ENGINE SPACERS MAY DETACH
Defect
Due to vibration it is possible that stress cracks make occur on the engine spacer. This will normally result in noises however it is possible on high milage vehicles for the spacers to become detached.
Remedy
Fitment of additional damping elements to reduce the vibration and overcome the issue.
Chassis joints may loosen and impair steering
Reported October 9, 2008DVSA recall R/2008/14564 vehicles affected
Chassis joint screws may not be tightened correctly and could loosen. If they detach, steering control may be impaired. The joints will be checked and tightened to the correct torque.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
STEERING COULD BE IMPAIRED
Defect
It has been identified that it is possible that the threaded joints on the chassis of subject vehicles may not have been tightened to the prescribed torque. This may result in the screws becoming loose resulting in noises from around the vehicle. Should the screws detach steering control can become impaired.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the subject joints checked to ensure that they are tightened to the correct torque.
Suspension or traction control switch may fail
Reported December 12, 2007DVSA recall R/2007/17940 vehicles affected
A defective switch console may send incorrect signals or cause the active suspension or traction control systems to fail. The console will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
DEFECTIVE SWITCH CONSOLE
Defect
The switch console for the PASM (Porsche Active Suspension Management) and TC Off (Traction Control) may be defective and give incorrect signals or cause the above systems to fail.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary replace the switch console.
Traction control switch may signal unintended changes
Reported December 11, 2007Model years 2008NHTSA campaign 07V55700037 vehicles affected
The switch indicators may show a change in suspension mode or traction control even when the switches are untouched. These systems could be disabled without the driver noticing, reducing their safety benefits. Dealers will replace the switch console free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Defect
ON CERTAIN 2 DOOR COUPE VEHICLES, THE SWITCH CONSOLE FOR THE PORSCHE ACTIVE SUSPENSION MANAGEMENT (PASM) AND THE TRACTION CONTROL (TC-OFF) SWITCHES WAS INAPPROPRIATELY INSTALLED. THE LEDS IN THE SWITCHES CAN SIGNAL A FUNCTIONAL CHANGE IN THE PASM MODE OR THE DEACTIVATION OF TRACTION CONTROL EVEN THOUGH THE SWITCHES ARE NOT ACTUATED.
Consequence
IF THE TRACTION CONTROL OR ACTIVE STABILITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ARE INADVERTENTLY DISABLED, AND THE SUBSEQUENT WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATION IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ONBOARD COMPUTER IS UNNOTICED BY THE DRIVER, THE SAFETY BENEFITS OF THESE SYSTEMS WOULD BE UNAVAILABLE TO THE DRIVER WHICH COULD INCREASE THE POSSIBILITY OF A CRASH DURING AGGRESSIVE DRIVING MANEUVERS.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SWITCH CONSOLE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 7, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-767-7243.
Notes
PORSCHE RECALL NO. A802.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO 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.
Seat belt buckle may not release after an impact
Reported March 26, 2007DVSA recall R/2007/05648 vehicles affected
A faulty buckle in the six-point seat belt harness may not open after its straps have been under tension in an accident. The buckle will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SEAT BUCKLE MAY NOT DE-LATCH FOLLOWING AN IMPACT
Defect
It has been identified that the possibility exists that a faulty seat belt buckle has been installed as part of the six- point seat belt harness. If a faulty buckle has been installed it may not be possible open the buckle following an accident if the belt straps have been subject to a tensile load thus requiring the seat belt straps to be cut before the occupant could leave the vehicle.
Remedy
Subject vehicles will have the seat belt buckle checked for the production date and replaced as necessary.
Parking brake lever flange may break
Reported January 24, 2006Model years 2005DVSA recall R/2006/014333 vehicles affected
A bearing flange on the parking brake lever may break, making the parking brake ineffective. The parking brake lever assembly will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
PARKING BRAKE MAY FAIL
Defect
A bearing flange on the parking brake lever is likely to break. If this occurs the parking brake will be ineffective.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the parking brake lever assembly.
Exhaust tailpipe weld seams may fail
Reported January 19, 2006DVSA recall R/2006/0072,566 vehicles affected
The exhaust tailpipe weld seams may fail, causing rattling and potentially allowing the tailpipe to be lost if driving continues. The tailpipes will be replaced with modified units.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
WELD SEAMS ON THE EXHAUST TAILPIPE MAY FAIL
Defect
The welded seams on the exhaust tailpipe may fail. This can cause rattling noises while driving and can result in the loss of the exhaust tailpipe if the driver continues to drive the vehicle.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the exhaust tailpipes with modified units.
Exhaust pipe weld may fail
Reported January 12, 2006Model years 2005–2006NHTSA campaign 06V0080005,094 vehicles affected
An inadequately dimensioned weld may fail, allowing the exhaust pipe to detach and startle the driver, potentially causing a crash. Dealers will install a new tailpipe with a longer seam weld free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Defect
CERTAIN 2 DOOR COUPE AND CONVERTIBLE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN SUPPLIED WITH A TAILPIPE THAT MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITH A WELD LOCATED BETWEEN THE FASTENING CLIP AND EXHAUST PIPE, WHICH IS INADEQUATELY DIMENSIONED. ALSO INCLUDED ARE CERTAIN ACCESSORY EXHAUST PIPES INSTALLED BY DEALERS.
Consequence
IF THE WELD COMPLETELY FAILS, THE EXHAUST PIPE CAN DETACH FROM THE VEHICLE, WHICH COULD STARTLE THE DRIVER RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW TAILPIPE WITH A LONGER SEAM WELD FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 24, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039.
Notes
PORSCHE RECALL NO. A601/A602.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO 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.
Convertible roof may not lock fully
Reported March 29, 2005Model years 1994–1998DVSA recall R/2005/0091,612 vehicles affected
The roof may not lock fully even when the warning lamp is off, and could open while driving. Dealers will fit modified locking mechanism motors, check the locating pegs and set the roof correctly.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE LOCKING MECHANISM FOR CONVERTIBLE TOP MAY FAIL
Defect
There is a possibility that when the convertible top is closed the convertible top is not completely locked even though the warning lamp is extinguished. This could lead to the roof opening whilst the vehicle is in motion.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit modified locking-mechanism motors. In addittion check that the correct locating pegs are installed and that the convertible top is set correctly.
Soft-top catch lever may crack
Reported December 30, 2004Model years 1995–1998NHTSA campaign 04V6010008,638 vehicles affected
Tension on the soft-top catch lever may ease and cause a crack, allowing the top to open unexpectedly and startle the driver, which could lead to a crash. Dealers will inspect roof alignment and locking pins, replace both roof-locking motors, and add an improved sensor system.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Defect
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE SOFTTOP STRUCTURE CATCH LEVER TENSION CAN EASE RESULTING IN A CRACK.
Consequence
THE SOFTTOP CAN INADVERTENTLY OPEN STARTLING THE DRIVER, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE ROOF ALIGNMENT AND ROOF LOCKING PINS. IN ADDITION, THE TWO ROOF LOCKING MOTORS WILL BE REPLACED. ALSO A NEW SENSOR SYSTEM WITHIN THE MOTOR ASSEMBLY WILL PROVIDE AN IMPROVED CONTROL SIGNAL TO THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER IF THE ROOF IS NOT PROPERLY CLOSED WHEN THE DRIVER DRIVES OFF. THE RECALL BEGAN JANUARY 18, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039.
Notes
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Front seat backs may lack required rigidity
Reported May 18, 2004DVSA recall R/2004/063519 vehicles affected
The front seat backs may not have the required rigidity. The front seats will be replaced with seats that meet the requirements.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SEAT BACKS DO NOT MEET THE RIGIDITY OF PORCHE SPECIFICATION
Defect
Front seats are fitted with seat backs that do not meet the rigidity Porsche AG demands.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and replace the front seats with those which meet all the appropriate requirements.
Front seat backs may twist in a crash
Reported February 18, 2004Model years 2003NHTSA campaign 04V0700001,805 vehicles affected
The front seat backs may not meet strength standards and could twist and tilt to one side in a crash, possibly injuring an occupant. Dealers will replace both front seats.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEATS
Defect
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FITTED WITH FRONT SEAT BACKS, WHICH DO NOT MEET PORSCHE'S STRENGTH STANDARDS.
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE SEATS COULD TWIST, TILTING ON ONE SIDE TO THE REAR, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PERSONAL INJURY TO THE VEHICLE OCCUPANT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH THE FRONT SEATS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON APRIL 26, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039.
Notes
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Steering fluid connector bolt may leak
Reported November 17, 2003DVSA recall R/2003/175303 vehicles affected
A loose connector bolt may cause a steering fluid leak and loss of power steering assistance. On some vehicles, it may also affect clutch assistance. Leaking fluid could ignite if it contacts the exhaust. The bolts will be tightened to the correct torque.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POSSIBLE FIRE RISK
Defect
A connector bolt may be loose which could cause a steering fluid leak and loss of power assistance to the steering and and on the 911 Turbo to the power assistance to the clutch. Leaking fluid may ignite if it comes into contact with the exhaust system.
Remedy
Vehicles must be recalled and the connector bolts must be tightened with the correct torque.
Power steering pressure line fitting may be loose
Reported June 16, 2003Model years 2003NHTSA campaign 03V2180001,043 vehicles affected
A loose fitting may leak hydraulic fluid, causing loss of power steering assist and, on vehicles with a manual transmission, clutch assist. Leaking fluid may ignite if it contacts hot exhaust parts. Dealers will tighten the fitting.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Defect
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY HAVE A LOOSE FITTING IN THE PRESSURE LINE OF THE POWER STEERING ASSEMBLY.
Consequence
IF THE FITTING IS LOOSE, THE HYDRAULIC FLUID COULD LEAK OUT, WHICH COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST AND, FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A MANUAL TRANSMISSION, LOSS OF CLUTCH ASSISTANCE. IF THE LEAKING FLUID COMES INTO CONTACT WITH HOT EXHAUST COMPONENTS, IT COULD IGNITE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE FITTING TO SPECIFICATIONS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 1, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039.
Notes
PORSCHE RECALL NO. A307.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Certification label lists incorrect weight rating
Reported June 4, 2003Model years 2002NHTSA campaign 03V20900032 vehicles affected
The certification label lists a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,244 pounds; the correct value is 3,814 pounds. Owners may be misinformed about the vehicle's rating. Dealers will install a corrected label free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect
CERTAIN COUPE (TWO SEATER) PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF PART 567, "CERTIFICATION." THE GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING IS INCORRECT ON THE CERTIFICATION LABEL. THE LISTED GVWR IS 4,244 POUNDS AND THE CORRECT VALUE SHOULD BE 3,814 POUNDS.
Consequence
OWNERS WOULD BE MISINFORMED OF THEIR VEHICLE'S ACTUAL GVWR.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A CORRECTED CERTIFICATION LABEL. (THIS RECALL WILL BE CONDUCTED IN CONJUNCTION WITH PORSCHE'S PREVIOUS RECALL A303/03V-027 ON THE SAME VEHICLES FOR A FMVSS NO. 225 NONCOMPLIANCE). OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 28, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-767-7243.
Notes
PORSCHE RECALL NO. A207.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Child seat top tether anchorage is missing
Reported January 29, 2003Model years 2002NHTSA campaign 03V02700048 vehicles affected
The required top tether anchorage is missing, so a child restraint that needs one cannot be correctly installed in the front passenger seat. A child may not be properly protected in a crash. Dealers will install the anchorage. The remedy is free.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
CHILD SEAT:TETHER: STRAP/WEBBING
Defect
CERTAIN TWO-SEAT, TWO-DOOR COUPE MODEL PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE NOT EQUIPPED WITH A TOP TETHER ANCHORAGE AS REQUIRED BY THE STANDARD. OWNERS WHO WISH TO USE A CHILD RESTRAINT WITH THE AIR BAG DEACTIVATION DEVICE REQUIRING A TOP TETHER IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT CANNOT CORRECTLY INSTALL THE SEAT DUE TO THE LACK OF THE TOP TETHER ANCHORAGE.
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE CHILD MAY NOT BE PROPERLY PROTECTED.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE TETHER ANCHORAGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-767-7243.
Notes
PORSCHE RECALL NO. A303.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Fuel lines may chafe and leak
Reported January 23, 2001Model years 2001NHTSA campaign 01V016000493 vehicles affected
Fuel lines may chafe and leak, allowing fuel to contact the exhaust system and increasing the risk of fire. Dealers will add protective sheathing to the supply line and, for affected vehicles, replace and reposition the clamp on the return line, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE FUEL SUPPLY LINE COULD LEAK DUE TO CHAFFING WITH THE INTAKE MANIFOLD AND/OR THE FUEL RETURN LINE COULD LEAK DUE TO CHAFFING WITH A SPRING BAND CLAMP USED TO SECURE A COOLANT LINE.
Consequence
THE LEAKING FUEL COULD COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE EXHAUST SYSTEM, INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A PROTECTIVE SHEATH ON THE FUEL SUPPLY LINE. IN ADDITION, FOR VEHICLES PRODUCED BETWEEN APRIL 7 AND MAY 22, 2000, THE SPRING BAND CLAMP WILL BE REPLACED WITH A SCREW TYPE HOSE CLAMP AND INSTALLED IN SUCH A WAY THAT IT CANNOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE FUEL RETURN LINE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 1, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039.
Notes
ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Clutch pressure line may leak
Reported January 23, 2001Model years 2001NHTSA campaign 01V015000910 vehicles affected
The clutch pressure line may leak near its connection to the clutch cylinder, reducing or eliminating clutch and steering power assistance. Leaking fluid that contacts the exhaust system could cause a fire. Dealers will replace the line and install a supporting bracket where required, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE)
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE CLUTCH PRESSURE LINE COULD LEAK IN THE AREA OF ITS CONNECTION WITH THE CLUTCH CYLINDER.
Consequence
A REDUCTION, OR COMPLETE LOSS, OF THE CLUTCH AND STEERING POWER ASSISTANCE COULD RESULT. IF LEAKING FLUID CONTACTS THE EXHAUST SYSTEM, THERE IS A RISK OF FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CLUTCH PRESSURE LINE AND AN ADDITIONAL SUPPORTING BRACKET WILL BE INSTALLED ON VEHICLES PRODUCED BEFORE OCTOBER 13, 2000. VEHICLES PRODUCED AFTER OCTOBER 13, 2000 HAS A NEW TYPE OF CLUTCH PRESSURE LINE. ON VEHICLES PRODUCED BETWEEN OCTOBER 13 AND NOVEMBER 28, 2000, AN ADDITIONAL SUPPORTING BRACKET WILL BE INSTALLED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 1, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039.
Notes
ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Incorrect fuel level may cause vehicle to run out
Reported April 10, 2000Model years 1999–2000NHTSA campaign 00V1090002,734 vehicles affected
Incorrect programming could cause the fuel level to display inaccurately, so the vehicle may run out of fuel and lose power. Dealers will update the instrument cluster software.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. INCORRECT PROGRAMMING OF THE ELECTRONIC LOGIC UNIT CAN CAUSE AN INCORRECT FUEL LEVEL.
Consequence
THE VEHICLE COULD RUN OUT OF FUEL CAUSING A LOSS OF POWER.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL UPDATE THE SOFTWARE IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SO THAT THE FUEL LEVEL AND THE RANGE OF REMAINING FUEL ARE DETERMINED AND DISPLAYED CORRECTLY.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Air bag may deploy unexpectedly
Reported November 27, 1998Model years 1996NHTSA campaign 98V0890011,968 vehicles affected
An air bag may deploy without warning, causing the driver to lose control and increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Dealers will inspect the system and install a filter horn relay to protect the air bag unit from voltage peaks.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSSENGER VEHICLES. INADVERTENT DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAG CAN OCCUR.
Consequence
DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAG WITHOUT WARNING COULD CAUSE A DRIVER TO LOSE VEHICLE CONTROL INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH AND PERSONAL INJURY.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE AIR BAG SYSTEM AND A SPECIAL FILTER HORN RELAY WILL BE INSTALLED THAT PROTECTS THE AIR BAG UNIT FROM VOLTAGE PEAKS.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 11, 1999.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Steering column joint may crack
Reported August 8, 1996Model years 1989–1993NHTSA campaign 96V14700012,538 vehicles affected
A cracked steering column universal joint may cause noise and free play, and could eventually lead to loss of steering control. Dealers will inspect the joint and replace any cracked ones.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Defect
A PART OF THE STEERING COLUMN UPPER UNIVERSAL JOINT CRACKED DURING THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS.
Consequence
THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN NOISE AND FREE PLAY IN THE STEERING SYSTEM AND IF LEFT UNCORRECTED, WILL RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE UNIVERSAL JOINT FOR CRACKS AND WILL REPLACE CRACKED JOINTS WITH NEW PARTS.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATION:OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING AUGUST 1996. NOTE:OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Exhaust tailpipe cover sleeve may detach
Reported February 19, 1996Model years 1996DVSA recall R/1996/02418 vehicles affected
The cover sleeve may be attached by two rather than four spot welds and could detach while driving. Dealers will inspect the tailpipes and replace those with two welds with versions having four.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
INSECURITY OF TAIL PIPE COVER SLEEVE
Defect
The cover sleeve on the exhaust tail pipe may have been attached by two instead of four spot welds. There is therefore a possibility that the cover sleeve could detach from the tail pipe whilst driving.
Remedy
The affected vehicles will be recalled to Porsche dealers for inspection. Any tail pipes where the cover sleeves are attached by two welds will be replaced with four weld version pipes.
Heat exchanger pipes may crack
Reported December 28, 1995Model years 1996NHTSA campaign 95V24800030 vehicles affected
Cracked heat exchanger pipes may allow exhaust fumes into the passenger compartment when the heater is on, potentially causing asphyxiation or loss of vehicle control. Dealers will replace the heat exchanger.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Defect
THE INSIDE PIPES OF THE HEAT EXCHANGERS MIGHT BE SUBJECT TO CRACKING.
Consequence
WITH THE HEATER SWITCHED ON, EXHAUST FUMES FROM THE HEAT EXCHANGER COULD ENTER THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. ENTRY OF EXHAUST FUMES INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT COULD, IN EXTREME CASES, CAUSE ASPHYXIATION AND/OR LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEAT EXCHANGER IN THESE VEHICLES.
Notes
SYSTEM: ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Exhaust tailpipe cover may detach
Reported December 28, 1995Model years 1996NHTSA campaign 95V24700091 vehicles affected
The tailpipe cover sleeve may loosen and detach while driving, creating a road hazard. Dealers will inspect the tailpipes and replace them if necessary.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
Defect
THE COVER SLEEVES ON THE EXHAUST TAILPIPES HAVE BEEN SECURED WITH ONLY TWO INSTEAD OF FOUR WELDING SPOTS.
Consequence
THE COVER COULD LOOSEN DURING DRIVING AND DETACH CAUSING A ROAD HAZARD FOR OTHER DRIVERS AND/OR NEARBY PEDESTRIANS.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TAILPIPES AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THEM WITH TAILPIPES ON WHICH THE COVER SLEEVE HAS BEEN SECURED WITH FOUR WELDING SPOTS.
Notes
SYSTEM: EXHAUST; TAILPIPE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Rear axle side parts may crack
Reported August 4, 1994Model years 1994DVSA recall R/1994/04511 vehicles affected
Crack-like surface defects may be present on the rear axle side parts. Affected parts will be replaced with quality-assured parts.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POSSIBLE CRACKING OF REAR AXLE SIDE PARTS
Defect
Crack like surface defects may be present on the mould parting line on the rear axle side parts.
Remedy
Recall the affected vehicles and inspect the rear axle side parts for surface defects where these are present the original side part(s) will be replaced with quality assured parts.
Rear wheels may lock during heavy braking
Reported April 5, 1994Model years 1991–1992DVSA recall R/1994/013258 vehicles affected
In extreme circumstances, an incorrect brake modulator valve could cause the rear wheels to lock during heavy braking. The valve will be replaced with a modified one.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
REAR WHEEL LOCK UP UNDER BRAKING
Defect
Under extreme circumstances rear wheel lock up could occur during heavy braking. This is due to the fitment of an incorrect brake modulator valve.
Remedy
Recall the affected vehicles and replace the original brake modulator valve with a modified example.
Rear heater blower resistor may overheat
Reported February 16, 1994Model years 1989–1992DVSA recall R/1994/0122,709 vehicles affected
A binding or seized heater blower could electrically overload the rear heater blower resistor. It could get hot enough to ignite the plastic air pipe. A modified resistor unit with a thermal link will be installed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
REAR HEATER BLOWER RESISTOR MAY OVERLOAD
Defect
The rear heater blower resistor can become electrically overloaded due to binding or seizure of the heater blower. The overloaded resistor may become hot enough to ignite the plastic air pipe in which it is located.
Remedy
Recall the affected vehicles for the installation of a modified resistor unit which incorporates a thermal link.
Brake pressure valve may cause rear wheels to lock
Reported December 7, 1993Model years 1991–1993NHTSA campaign 93V2050001,149 vehicles affected
The brake pressure reduction valve may slow the reduction of hydraulic pressure, allowing the rear wheels to lock even with the anti-lock brake system operating. This could cause loss of control and a crash. Dealers will install a modified valve.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE PRESSURE REDUCTION VALVE CAUSES THE RATE OF HYDRAULIC PRESSURE REDUCTION TO SLOW DOWN, WHICH MAY RESULT IN THE REAR WHEELS LOCKING-UP EVEN WITH THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM IN OPERATION.
Consequence
REAR WHEEL LOCK-UP MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLECONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
PORSCHE DEALERS WILL INSTALL A MODIFIED HYDRAULIC BRAKE PRESSURE REDUCTION VALVE.
Notes
SYSTEM: BRAKES; HYDRAULIC; POWER ASSIST; CHECK VALVE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES; MODELS 911 TURBO AND 911 AMERICAROADSTER.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPONSERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME AND FREEOF CHARGE OR THE REMEDY DOES NOT CORRECT THE DEFECT OR NONCOMPLIANCE, PLEASECONTACT PORSCHE SERVICE CENTER AT 1-800-545-8039. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONALHIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Rear heater resistor may overheat and cause a fire
Reported December 7, 1993Model years 1989–1992NHTSA campaign 93V20400011,346 vehicles affected
A binding or seized rear heater blower can overload the resistor after the engine is turned off. The resistor may get hot enough to ignite the plastic air pipe and cause an engine compartment fire. Dealers will install a new resistor with a circuit breaker.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Defect
AFTER THE ENGINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF, THE REAR HEATER WILL AUTOMATICALLY OPERATE IN ORDER TO DISSIPATE HEAT IN THE ENGINE HEATING SYSTEM. DURING THIS OPERATION, THE RESISTOR FOR THE REAR HEATER BLOWER CAN BECOME OVERLOADED DUE TO A BINDING OR SEIZED REAR HEATER BLOWER.
Consequence
THE OVERLOADED RESISTOR CAN CREATE HEAT SUFFICIENT TOIGNITE THE PLASTIC AIR PIPE TO WHICH IT IS CONNECTED, RESULTING IN AN ENGINECOMPARTMENT FIRE.
Remedy
PORSCHE DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW RESISTOR CONTAINING A CIRCUIT BREAKER.
Notes
SYSTEM: HEATER; WATER; DEFROSTER; CIRCUIT BREAKER.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPONSERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME AND FREEOF CHARGE OR THE REMEDY DOES NOT CORRECT THE DEFECT OR NONCOMPLIANCE, PLEASECONTACT PORSCHE SERVICE CENTER AT 1-800-545-8039. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONALHIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Convertible roof latches may fracture
Reported August 28, 1993Model years 1993DVSA recall R/1993/0572 vehicles affected
The front latch hooks may fracture, allowing the convertible roof to retract without warning while driving. The hooks will be replaced with modified versions.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
CONVERTIBLE TOP FRONT LOCKS MAY FRACTURE
Defect
The front latch hooks securing the convertible top to the windscreen frame may fracture and in the worst case allow the convertible top to retract without warning whilst the vehicle is being driven.
Remedy
Recall the affected vehicles for replacement of the original latch hooks with modified versions.
Convertible top latch hook may crack
Reported August 6, 1993Model years 1994NHTSA campaign 93V131000126 vehicles affected
The latch hook can crack and break, so the convertible top may not stay firmly attached and could open at highway speeds, increasing the risk of a crash. Replace the latch hook assembly.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Defect
THE LATCH HOOK ON THE CONVERTIBLE TOP CAN CRACK, DEVELOPING INTO A BREAK OF THE LATCH HOOK, IMPAIRING ITS FUNCTION.
Consequence
AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, THE CONVERTIBLE TOP WILL NOT BE HELDFIRMLY ONTO THE CAR BODY AND COULD OPEN UNEXPECTEDLY, CAUSING A RISK OF ANACCIDENT.
Remedy
REPLACE THE LATCH HOOK ASSEMBLY WITH A NEW ASSEMBLY.
Notes
SYSTEM: STRUCTURE; CONVERTIBLE TOP.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES; CARRERA 2 SPEEDSTER.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPONSERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME AND FREE OFCHARGE OR THE REMEDY DOES NOT CORRECT THE DEFECT OR NON-COMPLIANCE, PLEASECONTACT PORSCHE CARS N.A., INC. AT 1 (800) 545-8039. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONALHIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1 (800) 424-9393.
Cruise control ball socket may detach
Reported November 6, 1992Model years 1989–1992DVSA recall R/1993/012192 vehicles affected
A cruise control ball socket may detach and jam nearby parts, preventing the accelerator linkage from returning to idle when the pedal is released. The sockets will be replaced with quality-assured steel parts.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
CRUISE CONTROL BALL JOINT FAILURE
Defect
There is a possibility that a ball socket on the cruise control may detach. This could allow the linkage to jam on adjacent components and prevent the accelerator linkage returning to the idle position when the pedal is released.
Remedy
Recall the affected vehicles for replacement of the original cruise control ball sockets with quality assured steel examples.
Cruise control linkage may jam throttle
Reported October 5, 1992Model years 1989–1992NHTSA campaign 92V14200011,091 vehicles affected
Cruise control linkage ball sockets may break, allowing the linkage to detach and jam nearby parts. The throttle may not return to idle, causing unwanted engine speed and a possible accident. Replace the plastic sockets with steel ones and lubricate the relay lever. Do not use cruise control until modified.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Defect
THE BALL SOCKETS ON THE CRUISE CONTROL LINKAGE CAN BREAK, ALLOWING THE CRUISE CONTROL LINKAGE TO BECOME DETACHED ON ONE END AND JAM ON NEARBY COMPONENTS, WHICH COULD IMPAIR THROTTLE PLATE OPERATION.
Consequence
IMPAIRED THROTTLE PLATE OPERATION COULD PREVENT THEENGINE FROM RETURNING TO IDLE, RESULTING IN UNWANTED ENGINE SPEED AND POSSIBLEVEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy
REPLACE THE CURRENT PLASTIC BALL SOCKETS WITH A NEW LINKAGE USING STEEL BALL SOCKETS, AND LUBRICATE THE CRUISE CONTROL RELAY LEVER. OWNERS ARE ADVISED NOT TO USE THE CRUISE CONTROL UNTIL THE MODIFICATION IS INSTALLED.
Notes
SYSTEM: CRUISE CONTROL.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS; CARRERA 2 AND CARRERA 4 MODELS.
Fuel line may be damaged and leak
Reported June 17, 1991Model years 1989NHTSA campaign 91V103000975 vehicles affected
Suspension movement may let a brake pad wear indicator bracket contact and damage the fuel line. A leak could ignite and cause a fire. Replace damaged fuel lines and reroute all fuel lines to prevent contact.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
DUE TO ROUTING OF FUEL LINE FROM THE FUEL TANK TO REAR FUEL PUMP, THE FUEL LINE MAY BE DAMAGED UNDER CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS. ON FULL TRAVEL OF LEFT REAR SUSPENSION (JOUNCE), THE BRACKET FOR THE BRAKE PAD WEAR INDICATOR WIRE ON LEFT REAR CONTROL ARM COULD CONTACT AND DAMAGE FUEL LINE.
Consequence
A DAMAGED FUEL LINE MAY RESULT IN A FUEL LEAK WHICH MAYIGNITE, RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Remedy
REPLACE DAMAGED FUEL LINE: IN ADDITION ALL FUEL LINES WILL BE REROUTED SO THAT THE BRAKE PAD WEAR INDICATOR WIRE BRACKET CANNOT CONTACT FUEL LINE.
Notes
SYSTEM: FUEL LINE DAMAGEVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PORSCHE 911 TURBO MODEL.
Front hood latch may not lock properly
Reported January 15, 1991Model years 1989–1990NHTSA campaign 91V0120002,451 vehicles affected
Luggage or surrounding plastic trim may prevent the front hood safety latch from locking. The hood could open and obstruct the driver's view, potentially causing an accident. The trim will be replaced and a bracket installed behind the latch.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
Defect
LUGGAGE IN THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT AND OR PLASTIC TRIM SURROUNDING THE SAFETY LATCH MAY PREVENT THE LATCH ON THE FRONT HOOD FROM PROPERLY LOCKING.
Consequence
LATCH FAILURE COULD CAUSE HOOD TO OPEN AND OBSTRUCT THEDRIVER'S FRONT VIEW WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
REPLACE PLASTIC TRIM PIECE AND INSTALL A BRACKET BEHIND THE SAFETY LATCH TO PREVENT INTERFERENCE.
Notes
SYSTEM: HOOD SAFETY LATCH.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
Rear seat belts lack locking retractors
Reported October 26, 1983Model years 1983–1984NHTSA campaign 83V11100026,300 vehicles affected
The rear seat belts lack locking retractors and do not meet the stated safety standard. The right rear belt and part of the left belt will be replaced with retractable belts.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Defect
THE REAR SEAT BELTS DO NOT INCLUDE EMERGENCY-LOCKING OR AUTOMATIC-LOCKING RETRACTORS. THE BELTS DO NOT COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION".
Remedy
RECALLED VEHICLES WILL HAVE THE RIGHT REAR SEAT BELT AND A PORTION TO THE LEFT BELT REPLACED WITH RETRACTABLE BELTS.
Notes
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: INTERIOR SYSTEMS; REAR SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: THIS OMISSION MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO REARSEAT OCCUPANTS IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

Back to the Porsche 911

Rearview camera image may not display in reverse

Rear seat belt buckles may not be securely fastened

Low beam headlights may glare for oncoming drivers

Rear seat belt buckle bolts may be loose

Central-lock wheel fastening may fail

Center lock wheel bolt may fracture

Window bonding may be insufficient

Windshield and rear window may detach

Rear seat belt may not secure a child restraint

Side airbag may activate unnecessarily

Seat-mounted air bags may deploy unnecessarily

Brake lights may activate simultaneously

Vehicle body may have missing welds

Dashboard may break during passenger air bag deployment

Seat belt fitting bolts may not meet specifications

Seat belt anchor screw may not be tight

Fitted tyres may affect emissions

Brake booster pressure rod may be too loose

Brake booster rod connection may detach

Seat belt retractors may deactivate early

Incorrect passenger seat may affect air bag operation

Rear upper control arm bolts may be loose

Rear axle control arm connection may be loose

Suspension components may loosen or detach

Front final drive mounts may be insufficiently tightened

Front differential bracket may loosen

Hazard warning lights may not activate

Hazard warning lights may not work when activated

Child restraint instructions may not explain installation clearly

Airbag control unit may have a faulty capacitor

Door speaker cover may be missing

Air bag control unit may disable or deploy bags unexpectedly

Rear axle fastening nuts may be incorrectly coated

Driveshaft bolts may not be properly tightened

Side airbag sensors may not be tightly secured

Side air bag sensors may be loose

Passenger airbag detonators may affect deployment

Windscreen may detach in a crash

Windshield may detach in a crash

Passenger airbag inflator may fail to ignite

Fuel pipe screws may shear and cause a leak

Fuel collection pipe may come off injectors

Fuel pipe screws may shear and cause a leak

Front side airbags may not operate as intended

Side air bag may fail to deploy

Brake assistance may be reduced

Front hood latch may fail

Front luggage compartment catch may detach

Engine connecting rod bolts may fail

Piston connecting rod may come loose

Passenger seat wiring may disable the airbags

Rear exhaust tailpipe may crack and detach

Passenger seatbelts may lack child-seat locking function

Passenger mirror label may give incorrect information

Exhaust tail pipe may fracture and separate

Rear wheel hub may break

Rear wheel hubs may fail

Fuel pipe connector may leak

Fuel line may disconnect at quick connector

Seat belt anchor plates may not rotate

Wheel hubs may wear and wheels may loosen

Wheel locking device may come undone

Engine spacers may crack or detach

Chassis joints may loosen and impair steering

Suspension or traction control switch may fail

Traction control switch may signal unintended changes

Seat belt buckle may not release after an impact

Parking brake lever flange may break

Exhaust tailpipe weld seams may fail

Exhaust pipe weld may fail

Convertible roof may not lock fully

Soft-top catch lever may crack

Front seat backs may lack required rigidity

Front seat backs may twist in a crash

Steering fluid connector bolt may leak

Power steering pressure line fitting may be loose

Certification label lists incorrect weight rating

Child seat top tether anchorage is missing

Fuel lines may chafe and leak

Clutch pressure line may leak