Recall 19V-113
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. recalled the 2017 to 2019 Porsche 718 Boxster and 1 other model: Structure; Fuel system, gasoline.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 19V-113
- Reported
- February 20, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- 14,388 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017-2019 718 Boxster, 718 Boxster S, 718 Cayman and 718 Cayman S vehicles and 2018-2019 718 Boxster GTS and 2018-2019 718 Cayman GTS vehicles. In the event of a crash, a crossmember may detach from the luggage compartment bracket, possibly causing a fuel leak.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of fire.
The fix
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will secure the crossmember with additional rivets, free of charge. The recall began April 19, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-[removed]. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA3.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Porsche 718 Boxster 2017 to 2019
- Porsche 718 Cayman 2017 to 2019