Recall 16V885 affects 306 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder vehicles for front lower control arms that can crack. Repair is free at any franchised Porsche dealer.
Porsche is recalling 306 2015 918 Spyder vehicles because the front lower control arms can crack at the ball joint. A cracked lower control arm can affect handling and raise crash risk, and Porsche dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front lower control arms on the 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder are suspension links at the front axle. They connect the wheel hub area to the vehicle structure and help hold the front wheels in the correct position as the suspension moves. The ball joint is the pivot point that lets the wheel assembly steer and move without losing alignment.
On affected vehicles, the control arm has a manufacturing problem at the ball joint area. Variations in the surface coating process left some underlying metal unprotected. Over time, that unprotected area can develop cathodic stress corrosion cracking, which means corrosion and stress create cracks in the metal. If the crack grows, the lower control arm can break at the ball joint and front suspension geometry can change, impairing handling during severe race track type use.
There is no warning sign before failure. A routine inspection or dealer check is the place this defect is expected to be found before the part breaks.
Who's affected?
Both suspension labels point to the front lower control arm: one for the ball joint and one for the lower arm.
| 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder | lower control arm |
|---|---|
| 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder | lower control arm |
| Units affected | 306 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
Not every 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
A cracked lower control arm can affect vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before failure, so schedule the recall repair soon and avoid hard driving until the dealer replaces the part. Repair is free at any franchised Porsche dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Porsche dealer to schedule the free front lower-control-arm replacement for the cracking ball-joint area.
- Bring the recall notice if Porsche mailed one. Reference recall number 16V885 and Porsche recall AG09 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. A cracked lower control arm can affect vehicle handling.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Porsche technician replaces the front lower control arms covered by recall 16V885. The affected arms can crack at the ball joint, so the repair replaces the parts rather than adjusting them. Parts and labor are free under the recall. Porsche states there are no plans for customer reimbursement for this campaign. If you already paid for related lower control arm work, ask the Porsche service desk to note the prior repair in your service file.
| Reimbursement | No separate reimbursement |
|---|
Timeline
| December 9, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 20, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V885?
Recall 16V885 covers 306 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder vehicles with front lower control arms that can crack at the ball joint. A cracked lower control arm can affect handling and increase crash risk. Porsche dealers will replace the lower control arms for free.
What should I do if my 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 16V885. If it is, contact a franchised Porsche dealer to schedule the lower-control-arm replacement. Reference recall number 16V885 and Porsche recall number AG09 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Porsche will replace the affected lower control arms free of charge at a franchised Porsche dealer. Parts and labor are covered under the recall.
Is it safe to drive a 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder with recall 16V885 open?
The safety risk is impaired handling if a front lower control arm cracks. Check your VIN first. If your vehicle is included, contact a franchised Porsche dealer before further driving and ask whether the dealer wants the vehicle driven in or transported.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V885000 |
|---|---|
| Porsche customer service | 1-800-767-7243 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V885 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V885000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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