2023-2024 Porsche 718 Cayman GTS Electrical Recall (23V813)
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. · 53 vehicles · Reported December 4, 2023
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. is recalling 53 2024 Porsche 718 Boxster GTS; 2024 Porsche 718 Boxster S; 2023-2024 Porsche 718 Cayman GTS vehicles. 0, 2024 Porsche 718 Boxster S, and 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 vehicles. The rear electronic control unit (ECU) may allow the spoiler to raise up too high. The raised spoiler can reduce the visibility of the center brake light and impact the vehicle driving and aerodynamics, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 23V813 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 23V813000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | APB4 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | December 4, 2023 |
| Manufacturer | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. |
| Vehicles | 2024 Porsche 718 Boxster GTS; 2024 Porsche 718 Boxster S; 2023-2024 Porsche 718 Cayman GTS |
| Units affected | 53 |
| Component | Electrical System |
| Safety risk | The raised spoiler can reduce the visibility of the center brake light and impact the vehicle driving and aerodynamics, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2023-2024 Porsche 718 Cayman GTS in recall 23V813?
0, 2024 Porsche 718 Boxster S, and 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 vehicles.
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Porsche 718 Cayman GTS 4.0, 2024 Porsche 718 Boxster S, and 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 vehicles. The rear electronic control unit (ECU) may allow the spoiler to raise up too high.
Is it safe to drive a 2023-2024 718 Cayman GTS with recall 23V813?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: The raised spoiler can reduce the visibility of the center brake light and impact the vehicle driving and aerodynamics, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: The raised spoiler can reduce the visibility of the center brake light and impact the vehicle driving and aerodynamics, increasing the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your 718 Cayman GTS shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the electrical system, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 23V813?
Recall 23V813 covers 53 vehicles: 2024 Porsche 718 Boxster GTS; 2024 Porsche 718 Boxster S; 2023-2024 Porsche 718 Cayman GTS.
NHTSA lists 53 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Porsche | 718 Boxster GTS |
| 2024 | Porsche | 718 Boxster S |
| 2023-2024 | Porsche | 718 Cayman GTS |
What is the fix for the 718 Cayman GTS electrical recall?
Yes. Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge.
Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APB4.
When was recall 23V813 announced?
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. reported recall 23V813 to NHTSA on December 4, 2023. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as January 23, 2024.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| December 4, 2023 | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 23V813000. |
| January 23, 2024 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 34 months ago. If your 718 Cayman GTS was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my 718 Cayman GTS is part of recall 23V813?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 23V813 is open on your 718 Cayman GTS, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 23V813000 is open on your 718 Cayman GTS, it will be listed there, along with Porsche recall number APB4. You can also ask any Porsche dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should 718 Cayman GTS owners do about recall 23V813?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 23V813000 applies to your 718 Cayman GTS.
- Call a Porsche dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Write down when symptoms involving the electrical system happen: date, mileage, speed, weather and what you felt or heard. Photos and short videos help.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are 718 Cayman GTS owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 1 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 1 of them about the electrical system.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the electrical system have been filed since recall 23V813 was reported (1) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 1 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 1 of them involve the electrical system. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2024 Porsche 718 Boxster GTS: 1 complaints in total, 1 about the electrical system
- 2024 Porsche 718 Boxster S: 0 complaints in total, 0 about the electrical system
- 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman GTS: 0 complaints in total, 0 about the electrical system
- 2023 Porsche 718 Cayman GTS: 0 complaints in total, 0 about the electrical system
Can recall 23V813 make my 718 Cayman GTS a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 23V813000 does not automatically make your 718 Cayman GTS a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
Electrical faults are hard to diagnose, so dealers often try several fixes before one works, if one works at all. That pattern of repeat visits for the same electrical system problem is common in lemon law claims.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2023-2024 Porsche 718 Cayman GTS has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the 718 Cayman GTS went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Has your 718 Cayman GTS been back to the dealer for this problem?
Call 877-536-6620Frequently asked questions about recall 23V813
Is the 23V813000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed January 23, 2024.
How do I know if my 718 Cayman GTS is part of recall 23V813000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 23V813000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Porsche. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.