Porsche 918 Spyder Recall R/2016/286: Loss Of Steering Control, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 8 Dec 2016
- Launched
- 76
- vehicles in the UK
- AG09
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Porsche recalled 918 Spyder vehicles built between 6 November 2013 and 27 July 2015. The durability of the lower trailing arm cannot be guaranteed. The recall notice describes the fix as: recall all the affected vehicles to replace the lower trailing arms with a more durable component. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The durability of the lower trailing arm cannot be guaranteed. The arm can start to crack or fracture which if used on race track use or similar events can cause the arm to fail and result in loss of control of the vehicle.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL Defect: It has been identified that the durability of the lower trailing arm cannot be guaranteed. The arm can start to crack or fracture which if used on race track use or similar events can cause the arm to fail and result in loss of control of the vehicle. Remedy: Recall all the affected vehicles to replace the lower trailing arms with a more durable component.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause the arm to fail and result in loss of control of the vehicle.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: recall all the affected vehicles to replace the lower trailing arms with a more durable component.
Are You Affected?
918 Spyder built between 6 November 2013 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 AG09 or the DVSA reference R/2016/286. 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 SpyderSeat belt restraint function may be impaired in the event of a collision | Urgent | R/2016/161 | |
| 918 SpyderPossibility of fire | Urgent | R/2015/107 | |
| 918 SpyderFront axle component parts may crack | Book soon | R/2014/187 | |
| CayenneScrews securing steering column to steering gear don't meet specifications | Urgent | R/2021/271 |
This is one of 122 Porsche recalls in DVSA’s data. The Porsche recall launched before it was R/2016/240 on 14 Oct 2016, for reduced brake performance. The one launched after it was R/2017/015 on 20 Jan 2017, for front side airbags may be impaired. You can also see every Porsche recall, all recalls launched in 2016 and steering recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2016/286, launched 8 December 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.