PORSCHE 718 CAYMAN (2017) recall — Fuel System, Gasoline
Porsche recalls 2017-2019 718 Cayman models due to potential fuel leaks during crashes that could cause fire. Owners must contact Porsche for free crossmember reinforcement.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of fire.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Porsche is recalling certain 2017-2019 718 Cayman models because a crash could cause a fuel leak from the luggage compartment bracket. This leak might ignite if there's an open flame or spark, creating a fire risk. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1226322-porsche-718-cayman-2017-fuel-leak-fire-risk-recall.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1226322-porsche-718-cayman-2017-fuel-leak-fire-risk-recall · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #19V113000
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“Porsche 718 Cayman (2017) Fuel Leak Fire Risk Recall.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1226322-porsche-718-cayman-2017-fuel-leak-fire-risk-recall. Based on NHTSA recall #19V113000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V113000).
Why it’s dangerous
If a vehicle crashes, the crossmember in the luggage compartment bracket might detach. This could cause fuel to leak, and if there's an ignition source like a spark or flame, it might lead to a fire.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2017-2019 Porsche 718 Cayman models are affected. Drivers and passengers in these vehicles face the highest risk during crashes.
How to tell if you have this one
Check your vehicle's year: 2017-2019. The affected models include 718 Cayman and 718 Cayman S. This recall started April 19, 2019.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Porsche
Call 1-800-767-7243 to get your vehicle checked for the recall and receive free crossmember reinforcement.
What NHTSA says to do
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will secure the crossmember with additional rivets, free of charge. The recall began April 19, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA3.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The recall is for 2017-2019 Porsche 718 Cayman models because a crash could cause the crossmember to detach, leading to a fuel leak that might ignite.
How do I know if my car is affected?
Your car is affected if it's a 2017-2019 Porsche 718 Cayman or 718 Cayman S model. This recall started April 19, 2019.
What should I do if I have this car?
Porsche will notify you and send free crossmember reinforcement to fix the issue. Contact them at 1-800-767-7243.
Contact Porsche
We’ve drafted a message you can send Porsche to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 19V113000 — Porsche Porsche Hello, I own a Porsche that is covered by recall 19V113000 from Porsche. The official recall notice states: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will secure the crossmember with additional rivets, free of charge. The recall began April 19, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA3. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #19V113000 (February 20, 2019)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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