NHTSA recall 19V-113 (19V113000)
structure recall reported February 20, 2019 - about 14,388 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 19V113000
- Also written as
- 19V-113
- Manufacturer number
- AKA3
- Reported
- February 20, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- ~14,388
- Component
- structure
What is being recalled
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017-2019 718 Boxster, 718 Boxster S, 718 Cayman and 718 Cayman S vehicles and 2018-2019 718 Boxster GTS and 2018-2019 718 Cayman GTS vehicles. In the event of a crash, a crossmember may detach from the luggage compartment bracket, possibly causing a fuel leak.
Why it is dangerous
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will secure the crossmember with additional rivets, free of charge. The recall began April 19, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA3.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 19V-113 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.