Axle: spindleRecall 12V-558 · 2010 Porsche 911 GT3
PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall 12V-558 covers 455 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 for a axle: spindle problem, reported to NHTSA on December 3, 2012.
Source: NHTSA recall 12V558000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
If the rear hub fails, there may be a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from May 15, 2009 to February 11, 2010. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.