CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Problem
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Porsche 718 Cayman GTS 4.0, 2024 Porsche 718 Boxster S, and 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 vehicles. The rear electronic control unit (ECU) may allow the spoiler to raise up too high.
- Risk
- The raised spoiler can reduce the visibility of the center brake light and impact the vehicle driving and aerodynamics, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APB4.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The rear electronic control unit in certain vehicles may allow the rear spoiler to raise higher than intended. A spoiler raised too high can reduce the visibility of the center brake light and affect how the vehicle drives and handles aerodynamically.
These effects increase the risk of a crash, since a hidden brake light can make it harder for drivers behind you to notice when you are slowing or stopping, and altered aerodynamics can affect vehicle control.
Dealers will update the rear control unit software free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2024. You can contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243, referencing recall APB4, and check your VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Porsche 718 Boxster GTS | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Porsche 718 Boxster S | 2024 |
| Porsche 718 Cayman GTS | 20232024 |