Component
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer
Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
What Happened
The rear-axle carrier side sections in your Boxster or Cayman are like the bones that connect your wheels to the rest of your vehicle. They can weaken over time and crack.
Risk if Unfixed
If one of these sections fractures while you're driving, you could lose control of your vehicle, which could cause a serious accident.
Free Fix
Your Porsche dealer will replace the rear-axle carrier side sections with stronger, more reliable parts, completely free of charge. You should schedule this repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A carrier fracture may cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — 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.
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