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US recalls (2)
Engine
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 and remedy
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.
Suspension: critical fasteners
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Porsche Taycan Turbo, Taycan Turbo S, Taycan, Taycan 4S, 911 Turbo S Coupe, Cayman, Cayman T, Cayman S, Cayman GT4, 911 Carrera Coupe, 911 Carrera S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Targa, 911 Carrera Cabriolet, 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4S Targa Heritage Design Edition, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 911 Turbo Coupe, 911 Turbo Cabriolet, 911 Turbo S Cabriolet, 718 Spyder, and Boxster vehicles. Certain suspension components may not have been tightened correctly and can loosen.
Risk and remedy
Risk: Loose suspension components may detach, causing a sudden loss of vehicle stability and control, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the affected suspension nuts and bolts. Dealers will also inspect surrounding components for damage, and replace any damaged parts as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA3.
Owner complaints (4)
Owners filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Porsche 718.
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Engine | 2 | |
| Back over prevention | 1 | |
| Seat belts | 1 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2021 Porsche 718.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2021 Porsche 718 Boxster 25 Year Edition C RWD | – | – | – | – |
| 2021 Porsche 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 C RWD | – | – | – | – |
| 2021 Porsche 718 Cayman GTS 4.0 2 DR RWD | – | – | – | – |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2021 Porsche 718 version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| 718 Boxster 2.0 L Manual 6-spd | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,750 |
| 718 Boxster 2.0 L Automatic (AM-S7) | 21 | 27 | 24 | $3,400 |
| 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 L Manual 6-spd | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,350 |
| 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 L Automatic (AM-S7) | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,900 |
| 718 Boxster S 2.5 L Manual 6-spd | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,900 |
| 718 Boxster S 2.5 L Automatic (AM-S7) | 19 | 25 | 22 | $3,750 |
| 718 Boxster T 2.0 L Manual 6-spd | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,750 |
| 718 Boxster T 2.0 L Automatic (AM-S7) | 21 | 27 | 23 | $3,550 |
| 718 Cayman 2.0 L Manual 6-spd | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,750 |
| 718 Cayman 2.0 L Automatic (AM-S7) | 21 | 27 | 24 | $3,400 |
| 718 Cayman GT4 4.0 L Manual 6-spd | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,350 |
| 718 Cayman GT4 4.0 L Automatic (AM-S7) | 18 | 24 | 20 | $4,100 |
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