Porsche/certification
Defect Summary
Certain coupe (two seater) passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of part 567, "certification." the gross vehicle weight rating is incorrect on the certification label. the listed gvwr is 4,244 pounds and the correct value should be 3,814 pounds.
Safety Consequence
Owners would be misinformed of their vehicle's actual gvwr.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a corrected certification label. (this recall will be conducted in conjunction with porsche's previous recall a303/03v-027 on the same vehicles for a fmvss no. 225 noncompliance). owner notification began july 28, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact porsche at 1-800-767-7243.
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FAQ: Recall 03V209000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 03V209000?
NHTSA recall 03V209000 was issued by Porsche Cars North America, Inc. on June 4, 2003. It addresses: Porsche/certification. The recall affects approximately 32 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Porsche Cars North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V209000 or the manufacturer campaign number A207. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.