Porsche Recall 21V-157: Suspension – critical fasteners

Affected: 2021 Porsche 911, 2021 Porsche Taycan. Filed with NHTSA on March 10, 2021, covering about 396 vehicles.

The problem

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Porsche Taycan Turbo, Taycan Turbo S, Taycan, Taycan 4S, 911 Turbo S Coupe, Cayman, Cayman T, Cayman S, Cayman GT4, 911 Carrera Coupe, 911 Carrera S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Targa, 911 Carrera Cabriolet, 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4S Targa Heritage Design Edition, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 911 Turbo Coupe, 911 Turbo Cabriolet, 911 Turbo S Cabriolet, 718 Spyder, and Boxster vehicles. Certain suspension components may not have been tightened correctly and can loosen.

The risk

Loose suspension components may detach, causing a sudden loss of vehicle stability and control, and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the affected suspension nuts and bolts. Dealers will also inspect surrounding components for damage, and replace any damaged parts as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA3.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign21V-157 (21V157000)
Manufacturer numberAMA3
ManufacturerPorsche Cars North America, Inc.
ComponentSuspension › Critical fasteners
Report dateMarch 10, 2021
Owners notifiedMay 7, 2021
Vehicles affected396
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 21V-157 repair free?

Yes. Porsche dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the affected suspension nuts and bolts. Dealers will also inspect surrounding components for damage, and replace any damaged parts as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2021.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 396 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.