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Porsche Australia is recalling 258 examples of the 911 sports car as the side airbags in the seats may unnecessarily deploy in the event of an accident.
This recall affects 992-generation Porsche 911 Carrera models produced from 2021 to 2023.
“Due to a programming issue, the side airbags installed in the seats may unnecessarily deploy in the event of an accident,” said the company in its recall notice.
“Unnecessary deployment of the seat side airbag may increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.”
- A total of 258 vehicles are affected
- The VIN list is attached here
- The original recall notice is attached here
If you own an affected you should contact your preferred official Porsche dealer to schedule a repair of the vehicle, free of charge.
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Jack Quick is an automotive journalist based in Melbourne. Jack studied journalism and photography at Deakin University in Burwood, and previously represented the university in dance nationally. In his spare time, he loves to pump Charli XCX and play a bit of Grand Theft Auto. He’s also the proud owner of a blue, manual 2020 Suzuki Jimny.
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