Recall Radar

2015 Porsche 918 Spyder recalls

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder. The most recent was reported on May 3, 2018.

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Recalls at a glance

DateCampaignPartVehicles
May 3, 201818V-287Suspension: rear305
December 9, 201616V-885Suspension: front, control arm, lower ball joint306
July 8, 201616V-520Seat belts: front, anchorage306
June 1, 201515V-335Engine and engine cooling: cooling system, radiator assembly223
July 28, 201414V-457Suspension: rear5

Recall details

Suspension: rear

May 3, 2018 · Porsche Cars North America, Inc. · Campaign 18V-287

What is wrong: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder vehicles. The connecting shafts of the longitudinal and transverse control arms may fail due to stress corrosion cracking, impacting vehicle handling.

Risk: If the control arm connecting shafts crack, affecting vehicle handling, it can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the longitudinal and transverse control arms, free of charge. The recall began on September 6, 2018. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ04.

Suspension: front, control arm, lower ball joint

December 9, 2016 · Porsche Cars North America, Inc. · Campaign 16V-885

What is wrong: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2015 918 Spyder vehicles manufactured November 6, 2013, to July 27, 2015. The affected vehicles have front lower control arms that may crack at the ball joint.

Risk: A cracked lower control arm may affect vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began on February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AG09.

Seat belts: front, anchorage

July 8, 2016 · Porsche Cars North America, Inc. · Campaign 16V-520

What is wrong: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder Hybrid Electric vehicles manufactured February 2, 2015 through July 1, 2015. In the affected vehicles, incorrect screws might have been used when re-installing and/or re-securing the seat belt mount or the seat belt reel during vehicle service.

Risk: In the event of a crash, the incorrect bolts may not keep the seat belts properly anchored to the car, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupants.

The fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and as necessary, replace the seat belt mount and seat belt reel attaching bolts, free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2016. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AG04.

Engine and engine cooling: cooling system, radiator assembly Park outside

June 1, 2015 · Porsche Cars North America, Inc. · Campaign 15V-335

What is wrong: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2015 918 Spyder vehicles manufactured February 25, 2014, to April 29, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the wiring harness for the left rear radiator fan may contact an engine heat insulation plate.

Risk: If the harness contacts the insulation plate, the harness may chafe and result in an electrical short which could increase the risk of a fire.

The fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness and secure it to a coolant tube using a tie-wrap clip, free of charge. The recall began on July 13, 2015. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porche's number for this recall is AF05. Note: The wiring harness could short and result in a fire even when the vehicle is unattended. As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.

Suspension: rear

July 28, 2014 · Porsche Cars North America, Inc. · Campaign 14V-457

What is wrong: Porsche Cars of North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2015 918 Spyder vehicles manufactured May 7, 2014, to June 18, 2014. The affected vehicles may have been manufactured with rear-axle control arms that may break, causing difficulty controlling the vehicle.

Risk: If the control arms break, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the control arms, as necessary, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AE03.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder have recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder, the most recent reported on May 3, 2018. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder?

Suspension (3), Seat belts (1), Engine and engine cooling (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 5 of the 5 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.