PORSCHE CARRERA GT 2005: SUSPENSION
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 23V241000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| PORSCHE | CARRERA GT | 2005 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2024-10-17 | 2023-04-05 | 2023-04-05 |
Manufacturers Involved: Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: APA3
Component: SUSPENSION
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 489
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
Suspension failure can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
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.nhtsa.gov.
