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.
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Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →