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2018 PORSCHE 718 Boxster

2 recalls Risk Grade: C Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #19V113000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Manufacturer
Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
What Happened
In your 2017-2019 718 Boxster or Cayman, there's a part called the crossmember that connects the luggage compartment to the car's frame. It's designed to help keep the fuel tank safe in the event of a crash.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're in a crash and the crossmember detaches, it could cause a fuel leak. If there's an ignition source nearby, like a spark or a hot exhaust system, it could catch fire.
Free Fix
Your authorized Porsche dealer will add extra rivets to secure the crossmember, so it stays in place in case of a crash. This repair is completely free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017-2019 718 Boxster, 718 Boxster S, 718 Cayman and 718 Cayman S vehicles and 2018-2019 718 Boxster GTS and 2018-2019 718 Cayman GTS vehicles. In the event of a crash, a crossmember may detach from the luggage compartment bracket, possibly causing a fuel leak.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of fire.
Original — Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will secure the crossmember with additional rivets, free of charge. The recall began April 19, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA3.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
High Priority #19V179000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS

Manufacturer
Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
What Happened
The side air bag sensors in your vehicle are like the 'eyes' that detect a crash and deploy the air bags to keep you safe. In some 2018 models, these sensors might have been installed incorrectly.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're in a crash, the air bags may not deploy as they should, which could result in more severe injuries than if they had worked properly.
Free Fix
Your Porsche dealer will double-check the sensors and tighten them to ensure they're secure, free of charge. This repair is a safety precaution to keep you protected – it's a no-cost fix, and you should schedule it as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2018 718 Boxster, Boxster S and Boxster GTS, 718 Cayman, Cayman S and Cayman GTS, 911 Carrera, Carrera T, Targa 4 GTS, Carrera 4, Carrera S, Carrera 4S, Carrera GTS, Carrera 4 GTS, Carrera Cabriolet, Carrera S Cabriolet, Carrera 4S Cabriolet, Carrera GTS Cabriolet, Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet, Targa 4, Targa 4S, Turbo, Turbo S, Turbo S Exclusive Series, Turbo Cabriolet, Turbo S Cabriolet and GT3 vehicles. The side air bag impact sensors may not have been properly tightened to the vehicle.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash, the air bags may not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the air bag sensors, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 17, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA4.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1 recall
AIR BAGS
1 recall

Other PORSCHE 718 Boxster Years

2019
1 recall
2017
5 recalls

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