Porsche Boxster and Cayman recall: Rear axle carrier side parts may not meet required specifications
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The carrier side parts installed on the rear axle during a certain period may not meet the required specifications.
- What to do
- Contact a Porsche dealer to book the free repair. The left and right carrier side parts of the affected vehicles must be replaced.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The carrier side parts installed on the rear axle during a certain period may not meet the required specifications.
The fix
The left and right carrier side parts of the affected vehicles must be replaced.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boxster | 1 Sep 2012 | 1 Feb 2013 | 1,854 |
| Cayman | 1 Jan 2014 | 1 Jul 2014 | 1,854 |
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 15 September 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.