NHTSA Campaign 23V241000
SUSPENSION
Issued by Porsche Cars North America, Inc. · Reported Apr 5, 2023 · 489 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2004-2005 Carrera GT vehicles. The spherical joints that connect the wishbone suspension components on the front and rear axles can fail due to damage from mechanical stress and corrosion.
Consequence
Suspension failure can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect the suspension joints. If damage is found, owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until it is repaired. Once parts are available, dealers will replace the spherical joints, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 17, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA3.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| PORSCHE | CARRERA GT | 2004 | 489 |
| PORSCHE | CARRERA GT | 2005 | 489 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 23V241000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.