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Porsche 718 Spyder Recall 21V200: Engine Rods May Crack and Loosen, Risking Stall or Fire

NHTSA campaign 21V200, reported March 24, 2021, 193 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain engines may have connecting rods that can crack and loosen while the vehicle is being driven. A loose connection can cause engine damage, a stall, or an oil leak.

These problems raise the risk of a crash or fire. If you own an affected vehicle, the remedy is free: an authorized dealer will replace the connecting rods or, where needed, the engine. Owner notification letters were mailed May 21, 2021. You can also contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243, and check your VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 21V200Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Component
ENGINE
Problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Porsche Cayman GT4, Cayman GTS 4.0, 718 Spyder, and Boxster GTS 4.0 vehicles. The engine connecting rods may crack and loosen.
Risk
A loose connection while driving may cause engine damage, a stall, or an oil leak, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connecting rods or, as necessary, the engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA4.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Porsche 718 Spyder2021
Porsche Redundant Boxster2021
Porsche Redundant Cayman2021