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NHTSA recall 21V679000

Power Train · Porsche Cars North America, Inc.

September 1, 2021report date
4,934units affected
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What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Boxster, 2013-2014 Boxster S, 2014-2015 Cayman, Cayman S, 2015 Boxster gts, and Cayman gts vehicles. The rear-axle carrier side sections may fracture.

Why it matters: A carrier fracture may cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will replace the rear-axle carrier side sections, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2022.

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All model years NHTSA lists

2013 Porsche Boxster, 2014 Porsche Boxster, 2015 Porsche Boxster, 2013 Porsche Boxster S, 2014 Porsche Boxster S, 2014 Porsche Cayman, 2015 Porsche Cayman.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 21V679000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.