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NHTSARecalled Mar 24, 2014 · #14V090000

Potential for Engine Crankcase Damage/Fire

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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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. A damaged crankcase may allow engine oil to leak onto hot components in the engine bay which may result in a fire.

Product details

Product
Potential for Engine Crankcase Damage/Fire
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Model numbers
GT3
UPCs

What you should 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.

View the official CPSC notice