NHTSA Recall 21V679000: Axle assembly (power train)
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,934 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Porsche Boxster.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V679000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | AMB7 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | September 1, 2021 |
| Owner notification | January 6, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
A carrier fracture may cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V679000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Porsche Boxster | 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Porsche Boxster S | 2013, 2014 |
| Porsche Cayman | 2014, 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.