NHTSA Recall 06V008000: Exhaust system (engine and engine cooling)
PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,094 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Porsche 911 Carrera S.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V008000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | A601/A602 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM |
| Report received | January 12, 2006 |
| Owner notification | January 24, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain 2 door coupe and convertible vehicles may have been supplied with a tailpipe that may have been produced with a weld located between the fastening clip and exhaust pipe, which is inadequately dimensioned. Also included are certain accessory exhaust pipes installed by dealers.
Safety risk
If the weld completely fails, the exhaust pipe can detach from the vehicle, which could startle the driver resulting in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new tailpipe with a longer seam weld free of charge. The recall began on january 24, 2006. Owners may contact porsche at 1-800-545-8039.
Notes
Porsche recall no. A601/a602.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V008000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.