Seat belt mounting screws may fail
Defect Summary
Porsche cars north america, inc. (porsche) is recalling certain model year 2015 porsche 918 spyder hybrid electric vehicles manufactured february 2, 2015 through july 1, 2015. in the affected vehicles, incorrect screws might have been used when re-installing and/or re-securing the seat belt mount or the seat belt reel during vehicle service.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash, the incorrect bolts may not keep the seat belts properly anchored to the car, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupants.
Corrective Action
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and as necessary, replace the seat belt mount and seat belt reel attaching bolts, free of charge. the recall began october 18, 2016. Owners may contact porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. porsche's number for this recall is ag04.
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FAQ: Recall 16V520000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V520000?
NHTSA recall 16V520000 was issued by Porsche Cars North America, Inc. on July 8, 2016. It addresses: Seat belt mounting screws may fail. The recall affects approximately 306 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Porsche Cars North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V520000 or the manufacturer campaign number AG04. 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.