Porsche 718 and 911 CARRERA recall: Front side airbags may be impaired
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- It has been identified that the front side airbags may have been fitted with the incorrect detonators. If the vehicle is involved in a collision then the airbags may not operate as intended.
- What to do
- Contact a Porsche dealer to book the free repair. Recall all affected vehicles to replace the front side airbags with a quality assured replacement.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
It has been identified that the front side airbags may have been fitted with the incorrect detonators. If the vehicle is involved in a collision then the airbags may not operate as intended.
The fix
Recall all affected vehicles to replace the front side airbags with a quality assured replacement.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 718 | 28 Sep 2015 | 29 Sep 2016 | 11 |
| 911 CARRERA | 28 Sep 2016 | 29 Sep 2016 | 11 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 20 January 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.