2004 Porsche Carrera GT Review

Summary: 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.

Consequence: Suspension failure can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: 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. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed June 2, 2023. A second letter will be sent once the remedy parts are available. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA3.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Summary: 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.

Consequence: Suspension failure can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: 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. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed June 2, 2023. A second letter will be sent once the remedy parts are available. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA3.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Summary: 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.

Consequence: Suspension failure can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: 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. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed June 2, 2023. A second letter will be sent once the remedy parts are available. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA3.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Summary: 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.

Consequence: Suspension failure can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: 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. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed June 2, 2023. A second letter will be sent once the remedy parts are available. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA3.

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.nhtsa.gov.