NHTSA recall 21V-157 (21V157000)
suspension recall reported March 10, 2021 - about 396 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V157000
- Also written as
- 21V-157
- Manufacturer number
- AMA3
- Reported
- March 10, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~396
- Component
- suspension
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
Loose suspension components may detach, causing a sudden loss of vehicle stability and control, and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-157 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.