The problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 911 Turbo Coupe, 911 Turbo S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Targa, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 911 Turbo S Cabriolet, and 911 Turbo Cabriolet vehicles. Incorrect passenger seat was installed and may cause a Occupant Classification System (OCS) malfunction.
The risk
An OCS malfunction may affect the front passenger air bag, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will install the correct seat, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB3.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 21V-467 (21V467000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | AMB3 |
| Manufacturer | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. |
| Component | Air bags › Sensor › Occupant classification › Front passenger |
| Report date | June 23, 2021 |
| Owners notified | November 16, 2021 |
| Vehicles affected | 149 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 21V-467 repair free?
Yes. Porsche dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install the correct seat, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB3.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 149 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.