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2013-2015 Porsche Boxster, Porsche Boxster S and others recall: axle assembly

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on September 1, 2021. It covers about 4,934 vehicles.

vehicles affected
4,934
reported
Sep 1, 2021
owners notified
Jan 6, 2022
related complaints
5

Power train: axle assembly

What is wrong
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.
Risk
A carrier fracture may cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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 number 21V679000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 5 complaints about transmission problems.

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Questions about recall 21V679000

Is there a recall on the 2013-2015 Porsche Boxster, Porsche Boxster S and others axle assembly?

Yes. Recall 21V679000, reported on September 1, 2021, covers about 4,934 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 21V679000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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