NHTSA Recall 16V520000: Anchorage (seat belts)
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 306 vehicles. It affects 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V520000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | AG04 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › ANCHORAGE |
| Report received | July 8, 2016 |
| Owner notification | September 6, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder Hybrid Electric vehicles manufactured February 2, 2015 through July 1, 2015. In the affected vehicles, incorrect screws might have been used when re-installing and/or re-securing the seat belt mount or the seat belt reel during vehicle service.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, the incorrect bolts may not keep the seat belts properly anchored to the car, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupants.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and as necessary, replace the seat belt mount and seat belt reel attaching bolts, free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2016. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AG04.
Notes
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V520000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Porsche 918 Spyder | 2015 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.