REC-001151

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2016–2019 PORSCHE 718 Boxster (982) / 718 Cayman (982)

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: PORSCHE CARS AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.

Recall date: 9 March 2019

Defect

In a frontal collision, the lower longitudinal crash beam in the luggage compartment area could penetrate the bulkhead wall at the lower cross body component.

Hazard

If the longitudinal crash beam penetrates the bulkhead, there is an increased risk of the fuel tank being damaged, leading to fuel leakage. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a risk of fire.

Remedy

Affected owners will be contacted by mail or can contact their nearest Porsche dealer to arrange an inspection and repair of the vehicle. To find your nearest Porsche dealer, visit https://www.porsche.com/australia/dealersearch/?m-01-dealer-search-field=

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — PORSCHE CARS AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD. — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-001151

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