The problem
Porsche is recalling certain model year 2011 911 speedster and 911 gts rs 4.0; and model year 2012 boxster (including s and spyder); cayman (including s and r); 911 carrera (including s, gts, 4, 4s, and 4 gts); 911 targa 4 and targa 4s; and 911 turbo and turbo s models manufactured from May 31, 2011, through June 10, 2011. There is a possibility that the mounting holes in the seat belt anchor plates fitted to the vehicle are too small. If the hole diameter is too small, the anchor plate May not be able to rotate about the fastening bolt as designed.
The risk
Should this occur, the seat belt May not be routed optimally around the occupant, or May potentially loosen at some point in the future increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt anchors and, if necessary, replace the seat belt. The repairs will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on September 2, 2011. Owners May contact Porsche at 1-800-767-7243.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 11V-409 (11V409000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | AB02 |
| Manufacturer | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. |
| Component | Seat belts |
| Report date | August 5, 2011 |
| Owners notified | September 2, 2011 |
| Vehicles affected | 235 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Plus 14 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 11V-409 repair free?
Yes. Porsche dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt anchors and, if necessary, replace the seat belt. The repairs will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on September 2, 2011. Owners May contact Porsche at 1-800-767-7243.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 235 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.