NHTSA recall 11V285000
Wheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Porsche 911 GT2 RS and 4 more
Reported Jun 10, 20111,702 vehicles affectedPORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.Maker’s number AB01Built May 18, 2009 – May 18, 2009
The defect
Porsche IS recalling certain model year 2010-2011, 911 turbo; turbo s, 911 GT3, GT3 RS and GT2 RS high performance vehicles, manufactured from may 18, 2009 through september 17, 2010, and equipped with center locking hub and wheel assemblies. over time the hubs can wear prematurely.
The risk
As the hubs wear, the wheels could loosen, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the central locking hubs and wheels with an improved design, free of charge. the safety recall began on june 28, 2011. owners may contact porsche at 1-800-767-7243.