NHTSA Recall 12V558000: Hub (wheels) and spindle (suspension)
PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 455 vehicles. It affects 2010 Porsche 911 GT3.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V558000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | AC05 |
| Components | WHEELS › HUB; SUSPENSION › REAR › AXLE › SPINDLE |
| Report received | December 3, 2012 |
| Owner notification | January 22, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Porsche is recalling certain model year 2010 911 GT3 vehicles manufactured May 15, 2009, through February 11, 2010. The rear wheel hubs may be prone to failure under certain driving conditions. Also, the original, suggested maintenance intervals may be insufficient to prevent wheel hub failure.
Safety risk
If the rear hub fails, there may be a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheel hubs on the rear axle free of charge. The service interval specifications will also be revised and provided to owners as part of Porsche's owner notification letter. The recall began on January 22, 2013. Owners may contact Porsche at 1-800-767-7243.
Notes
Porsche's safety recall number is AC05.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.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V558000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Porsche 911 GT3 | 2010 |
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.