NHTSA recall 21V-679 (21V679000)
power train recall reported September 1, 2021 - about 4,934 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V679000
- Also written as
- 21V-679
- Manufacturer number
- AMB7
- Reported
- September 1, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~4,934
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
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 is dangerous
A carrier fracture may cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will replace the rear-axle carrier side sections, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB7.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-679 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.