2015 Porsche 918 Spyder recall: Suspension: rear
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 18V287000
- Reported
- May 3, 2018
- Manufacturer
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
- Part
- Suspension: rear
- Vehicles affected
- About 305
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.
Safety 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.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Porsche 918 Spyder (2015). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
If the control arm connecting shafts crack, affecting vehicle handling, it can increase the risk of a crash.
What is 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.
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.