Recall 81V040000: 1980–1981 Porsche 928
- Report received
- Mar 25, 1981
- Manufacturer
- Porsche cars n.a. Inc.
- Potentially affected
- 64vehicles
- Model years
- 1980–1981
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Front shock absorbers on some vehicles may have improperly welded mounting eyes. The shock absorber mounting could separate and cause the suspension to collapse if vehicle is driven on rough roads for a long period of time.
Remedy
The front shock absorbers on all involved vehicles will be checked and, if necessary, replaced without charge.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1980 Porsche 9280 complaints
- 1981 Porsche 9281 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.