Recall 11V409 covers 235 2011-2012 Porsche 911, Boxster, and Cayman vehicles for undersized seat-belt anchor holes. Repair is free at any franchised Porsche dealer.
Porsche is recalling 235 2011-2012 911 GT3 RS, 911 Speedster, Boxster, Cayman, and related 911 models because mounting holes in the seat belt anchor plates are too small. The anchor plate can fail to rotate around its fastening bolt, leaving the belt routed incorrectly or loose and increasing injury risk during a crash; Porsche dealers will complete the repair free of charge once available.
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What's wrong?
The seat belt anchor plate is the metal mounting point that connects the belt hardware to the body of the Porsche. On these 2011-2012 Porsche 911, Boxster, and Cayman models, the anchor plate is supposed to pivot around its fastening bolt. That rotation lets the belt align with the occupant and seat position instead of staying fixed at one angle.
The problem is in the mounting hole in the anchor plate. Porsche found that the hole was too small on certain vehicles, so the plate does not have the clearance it needs to rotate around the bolt as designed. If the plate binds, the belt hardware does not move through its full intended range. The seat belt still attaches at the anchor point, but its angle and movement are not what Porsche specified.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should not expect a dashboard light, noise, or visible belt change to confirm the problem.
Who's affected?
Spans the 911, Boxster, and Cayman lines across the 2011 and 2012 model years, with the same seat belt component listed throughout.
| 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS | seat belt |
|---|---|
| 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS | seat belt |
| 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S | seat belt |
| 2012 Porsche 911 Turbo | seat belt |
| 2012 Porsche 911 Turbo S | seat belt |
| 2012 Porsche Boxster Spyder | seat belt |
| 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS | seat belt |
| 2012 Porsche 911 Targa 4S | seat belt |
| 2012 Porsche Boxster | seat belt |
| 2012 Porsche Boxster S | seat belt |
| 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 | seat belt |
| 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera | seat belt |
| 2011 Porsche 911 Speedster | seat belt |
| 2012 Porsche Cayman | seat belt |
| 2012 Porsche Cayman S | seat belt |
| 2012 Porsche Cayman R | seat belt |
| 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S | seat belt |
| 2012 Porsche 911 Targa 4 | seat belt |
| Units affected | 235 |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
A misrouted or loose seat belt can sit incorrectly around the occupant, reducing protection and increasing the risk of injury during a crash. Schedule the seat belt anchor inspection soon, and tell the dealer the concern is the belt routing and anchor condition. Repair will be free at any franchised Porsche dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2012 Porsche 911, Boxster, or Cayman is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Porsche dealer and ask whether the seat belt anchor inspection is open for your VIN.
- Schedule the free seat belt anchor inspection, which checks whether the anchor plate can rotate correctly around the fastening bolt.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 11V409 when you call.
- Call Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243 with questions before the dealer visit.
What happens at the repair
The known dealer remedy is an inspection of the seat belt anchor plates. At the dealer, a Porsche technician checks whether the mounting holes in the anchor plates are the correct size and whether the anchor can rotate around the fastening bolt as designed. If the inspection finds the anchor plate is out of specification, the technician replaces the affected seat belt. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall.
Timeline
| August 5, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 2, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V409?
Recall 11V409 covers 235 2011-2012 Porsche sports cars with seat belt anchor plates that have mounting holes that are too small. The anchor plate can fail to rotate correctly, which can route the belt poorly or let it loosen, increasing injury risk in a crash.
What should I do if my 2011-2012 Porsche 911, Boxster, or Cayman is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 11V409. If it is, contact a franchised Porsche dealer and ask for the seat belt anchor inspection. The dealer will replace the seat belt if needed, and the recall repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Porsche's remedy says dealers will inspect the seat belt anchors and replace the seat belt if needed free of charge at a franchised Porsche dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is poor seat belt routing or loosening during use. If the anchor plate does not rotate around the fastening bolt as designed, the belt will not sit optimally around the occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
What if I bought this Porsche used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to see whether your specific Porsche is included, then reference recall 11V409 when you call a franchised Porsche dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V409000 |
|---|---|
| Porsche customer service | 1-800-767-7243 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V409 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V409000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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