Recall 14V090000: 2014 Porsche 911 GT3
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 24, 2014
- Vehicles affected
- 209
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2014 911 GT3 vehicles manufactured October 19, 2013, through January 16, 2014. In the affected vehicles, a piston connecting rod may come loose and damage the engine crankcase.
The risk
A damaged crankcase may allow engine oil to leak onto hot components in the engine bay which may result in a fire.
The fix
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will install a new engine with improved piston connecting rod connections, free of charge. The recall began on June 6, 2014. Owners may contact Porsche at 1-800-545-8039. Porsche's number for this recall is AE01. Note: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the engine has been replaced.
Notes
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2014 Porsche 911 GT3
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 14V090000
- Manufacturer campaign
- AE01
- Manufacturer
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Jun 6, 2014
- Components
- Engine and engine cooling (Engine)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology