NHTSA Recall 20V381000: Differential unit (power train)
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 14 vehicles. It affects 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V381000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | ALA8 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE › DIFFERENTIAL UNIT |
| Report received | July 1, 2020 |
| Owner notification | August 20, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Coupe vehicles. The front axle differential bracket may not have been tightened correctly. If it comes loose, the differential could potentially cause damage to surrounding components.
Safety risk
Components such as the fuel tank or drive shafts may become damaged from the loose differential. Damage to the fuel tank can result in fuel leakage, which in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will remove the front axle differential to check the screw threads, and to inspect surrounding components for any consequential damage. Depending on the inspection result, the front axle differential will be reinstalled or replaced using new screw joints torqued to the required specification. All work will be performed free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ALA8.
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 20V381000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Porsche 911 Carrera | 2020 |
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.