Key Takeaway

Rear Wheel Hubs may Fail by PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC. was recalled on December 5, 2012. What to 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...

NHTSA Ongoing

Rear Wheel Hubs may Fail

Recalled: December 5, 2012 ~455 units affected 12V558

Description

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.

Injuries / Consequence

If the rear hub fails, there may be a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Products Affected

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Company Information

PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

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Is this recall still active?

Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.

How do I check if my product is affected?

Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.

What remedy is available for this recall?

The listed remedy for this recall is: 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...

Where can I find the original recall notice?

This recall was issued by NHTSA. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.

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