Rear axle control arms may break
Defect Summary
Porsche cars of north america, inc. (porsche) is recalling certain model year 2015 918 spyder vehicles manufactured may 7, 2014, to june 18, 2014. the affected vehicles may have been manufactured with rear-axle control arms that may break, causing difficulty controlling the vehicle.
Safety Consequence
If the control arms break, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the control arms, as necessary, free of charge. the manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. owners may contact porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. porsche's number for this recall is ae03.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Porsche Cars North America, Inc. or involving Suspension.
FAQ: Recall 14V457000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V457000?
NHTSA recall 14V457000 was issued by Porsche Cars North America, Inc. on July 28, 2014. It addresses: Rear axle control arms may break. The recall affects approximately 5 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Porsche Cars North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V457000 or the manufacturer campaign number AE03. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.