Rear axle carrier side may fracture
Defect Summary
Porsche cars north america, inc. (porsche) is recalling certain 2013-2015 boxster, 2013-2014 boxster s, 2014-2015 cayman, cayman s, 2015 boxster gts, and cayman gts vehicles. the rear-axle carrier side sections may fracture.
Safety Consequence
A carrier fracture may cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the rear-axle carrier side sections, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed january 6, 2022. owners may contact porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. porsche's number for this recall is amb7.
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Other recalls from Porsche Cars North America, Inc. or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 21V679000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21V679000?
NHTSA recall 21V679000 was issued by Porsche Cars North America, Inc. on September 1, 2021. It addresses: Rear axle carrier side may fracture. The recall affects approximately 4,934 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Porsche Cars North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V679000 or the manufacturer campaign number AMB7. 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.