Porsche Cars North America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2014 911 GT3 vehicles manufactured
— Recall Campaign #14V090000
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 recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 209 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
14V090000
| Manufacturer: | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | March 24, 2014 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 14V090000 |
| Units affected: | 209 |
- Description:
- 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.
- Consequeces:
- A damaged crankcase may allow engine oil to leak onto hot components in the engine bay which may result in a fire.
- Corrective action:
- 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.