NHTSA Recall 12V558000
Filed by Porsche Cars North America, Inc.. Component: Wheels. Reported 2012-12-03. An estimated 455 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Porsche is recalling certain model year 2010 911 GT3 vehicles manufactured May 15, 2009, through February 11, 2010. The rear wheel hubs may be prone to failure under certain driving conditions. Also, the original, suggested maintenance intervals may be insufficient to prevent wheel hub failure.
Risk
If the rear hub fails, there may be a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheel hubs on the rear axle free of charge. The service interval specifications will also be revised and provided to owners as part of Porsche's owner notification letter. The recall began on January 22, 2013. Owners may contact Porsche at 1-800-767-7243.
Manufacturer campaign number: AC05
Notes
Porsche's safety recall number is AC05.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.