recall information
Recall number
REC-001155
PRA number
2019/17812
Campaign number
AKB4
Original published date
Last updated date
make and model information
Make
PORSCHE
Model
PANAMERA, 911, BOXSTER, CAYMAN
Year range
2015 - 2016
Affected units
348
Identifying features
See attached VIN list
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
An airbag control unit with an out of specification capacitor for maintaining power supply may have been installed on the affected vehicles.
What are the hazards?
An out of specification capacitor in the airbag control unit can deploy the airbags and/or seat-belt pretensioners in the vehicle unexpectedly, or can prevent them from deploying in the event of an accident, increasing the risk of injury to vehicle occupants and other road users.
What should consumers do?
Affected owners will be contacted by mail or can contact their nearest Porsche dealer to arrange an inspection and repair of the vehicle.
Affected owners can find their nearest Porsche dealer at https://www.porsche.com/australia/dealersearch/
Affected owners can find their nearest Porsche dealer at https://www.porsche.com/australia/dealersearch/
Supplier details
Porsche AG
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
Official Porsche Centre
Contact phone
1800 659 911
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
