NHTSA Recall 11V285000: Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs (wheels)
PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,702 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Porsche 911 GT2 RS.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V285000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | AB01 |
| Component | WHEELS › LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS |
| Report received | June 10, 2011 |
| Owner notification | June 28, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
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.
Safety risk
As the hubs wear, the wheels could loosen, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Notes
Porsche's safety recall no. Ab01.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 11V285000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Porsche 911 GT2 RS | 2010, 2011 |
| Porsche 911 GT3 | 2010, 2011 |
| Porsche 911 GT3 RS | 2010, 2011 |
| Porsche 911 Turbo | 2010, 2011 |
| Porsche 911 Turbo S | 2010, 2011 |
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.