Stress corrosion cracking of control arm shafts
Defect Summary
Porsche cars north america, inc. (porsche) is recalling certain 2015 porsche 918 spyder vehicles. the connecting shafts of the longitudinal and transverse control arms may fail due to stress corrosion cracking, impacting vehicle handling.
Safety Consequence
If the control arm connecting shafts crack, affecting vehicle handling, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the longitudinal and transverse control arms, free of charge. the recall began on september 6, 2018. owners may contact porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. porsche's number for this recall is aj04.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Porsche Cars North America, Inc. or involving Suspension.
FAQ: Recall 18V287000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V287000?
NHTSA recall 18V287000 was issued by Porsche Cars North America, Inc. on May 3, 2018. It addresses: Stress corrosion cracking of control arm shafts. The recall affects approximately 305 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 18V287000 or the manufacturer campaign number AJ04. 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.