Seat belt locking retractor malfunction/fmvss 208
Defect Summary
Porsche cars north america, inc. (porsche) is recalling certain 2023 911 carrera t, 911 carrera 4 gts, 911 carrera gts, 911 turbo s, 911 carrera 4 cabriolet, 911 carrera 4s cabriolet, 911 carrera s, 911 turbo s cabriolet, 911 carrera 4, 911 carrera 4 gts cabriolet, 911 targa 4 gts, 911 carrera, 911 carrera gts cabriolet, 911 carrera 4s, 911 targa 4s, 911 turbo, and 911 edition 50 years porsche design vehicles. the seat belt automatic locking retractor (alr) may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Safety Consequence
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the rear three-point belts as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed april 11, 2024. owners may contact porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. porsche's number for this recall is ara2.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Porsche Cars North America, Inc. or involving Seat Belts.
FAQ: Recall 24V123000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 24V123000?
NHTSA recall 24V123000 was issued by Porsche Cars North America, Inc. on February 20, 2024. It addresses: Seat belt locking retractor malfunction/fmvss 208. The recall affects approximately 910 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 24V123000 or the manufacturer campaign number ARA2. 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.