Porsche 918 Spyder Recall R/2016/161: Seat Belt Restraint Function May Be Impaired In The Event Of A Collision, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 7 Jul 2016
- Launched
- 76
- vehicles in the UK
- AG04
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Porsche recalled 918 Spyder vehicles built between 25 February 2014 and 27 July 2015. The incorrect type of bolt may have been supplied during repair work involving the removal of the seat belt mount or belt reel. The dealer will check type of bolt fitted and replace where necessary. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The incorrect type of bolt may have been supplied during repair work involving the removal of the seat belt mount or belt reel.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: SEAT BELT RESTRAINT FUNCTION MAY BE IMPAIRED IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION Defect: On affected vehicles the incorrect type of bolt may have been supplied during repair work involving the removal of the seat belt mount or belt reel. Remedy: Check type of bolt fitted and replace where necessary.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: seat belt restraint function may be impaired in the event of a collision.
The Fix
The dealer will check type of bolt fitted and replace where necessary.
Are You Affected?
918 Spyder built between 25 February 2014 and 27 July 2015 may be included. Porsche estimates 76 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Porsche, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Porsche.
- Book with any franchised Porsche dealer, quoting the campaign code AG04 or the DVSA reference R/2016/161. See how to get a Porsche recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 918 SpyderLongitudinal and transverse control arms may be prone to corrosion | Book soon | R/2018/139 | |
| 918 SpyderLoss of steering control | Urgent | R/2016/286 | |
| 918 SpyderPossibility of fire | Urgent | R/2015/107 | |
| 918 SpyderFront axle component parts may crack | Book soon | R/2014/187 | |
| 911Check rear seat belt buckles and rework if necessary | Urgent | R/2025/077 |
This is one of 122 Porsche recalls in DVSA’s data. The Porsche recall launched before it was R/2016/069 on 31 Mar 2016, for braking efficiency may be reduced. The one launched after it was R/2016/240 on 14 Oct 2016, for reduced brake performance. You can also see every Porsche recall, all recalls launched in 2016 and seat belt recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2016/161, launched 7 July 2016. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.