PORSCHE 911 GT3 Recall: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. - Fire risk (Mar 2014)
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. is recalling certain 2014 PORSCHE 911 GT3. 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. A damaged crankcase may allow engine oil to leak onto hot components in the engine bay which may result in a fire.
What you should do
- Read the official announcement before driving. Some fire-risk recalls advise parking outside and away from buildings, because the fire can start while the vehicle is parked and switched off. Contact a dealer to arrange the free repair.
- 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.
Check your vehicle
Compare the year, make and model on your vehicle against every row below.
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| PORSCHE | 911 GT3 | 2014 |
What happened
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.
Recall facts
- Manufacturer
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
- Vehicles affected
- 209
- NHTSA campaign
- 14V090000
- Severity
- High
Common questions
Which vehicles are affected?
- 2014 PORSCHE 911 GT3
209 vehicles are affected.
What is the danger?
A damaged crankcase may allow engine oil to leak onto hot components in the engine bay which may result in a fire.
What should I do?
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.
Where can I find more information?
Read the official NHTSA recall announcement, or browse all current vehicle recalls.