NHTSA Recall 21V157000: Critical fasteners (suspension) and suspension
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 396 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Porsche 718 Spyder.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V157000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | AMA3 |
| Components | SUSPENSION › CRITICAL FASTENERS; SUSPENSION |
| Report received | March 10, 2021 |
| Owner notification | May 7, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Porsche Taycan Turbo, Taycan Turbo S, Taycan, Taycan 4S, 911 Turbo S Coupe, Cayman, Cayman T, Cayman S, Cayman GT4, 911 Carrera Coupe, 911 Carrera S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Targa, 911 Carrera Cabriolet, 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4S Targa Heritage Design Edition, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 911 Turbo Coupe, 911 Turbo Cabriolet, 911 Turbo S Cabriolet, 718 Spyder, and Boxster vehicles. Certain suspension components may not have been tightened correctly and can loosen.
Safety risk
Loose suspension components may detach, causing a sudden loss of vehicle stability and control, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the affected suspension nuts and bolts. Dealers will also inspect surrounding components for damage, and replace any damaged parts as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA3.
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 21V157000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Porsche 718 Spyder | 2021 |
| Porsche 911 | 2021 |
| Porsche Redundant Boxster | 2021 |
| Porsche Redundant Cayman | 2021 |
| Porsche Taycan | 2021 |
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.