Safety Recall NHTSA · 04V601000 Reported December 30, 2004

Porsche/softtop opens

Q: What is recall 04V601000?

NHTSA recall 04V601000 was issued by Porsche Cars North America, Inc. on December 30, 2004. It addresses: Porsche/softtop opens. The recall affects approximately 8,638 vehicles , with the defect involving the Structure component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. · Structure · 8,638 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

04V601000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Porsche Cars North America, Inc.

Component

Structure

Vehicles Affected

8,638

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

December 30, 2004

Defect Summary

On certain passenger vehicles, the softtop structure catch lever tension can ease resulting in a crack.

Safety Consequence

The softtop can inadvertently open startling the driver, which could result in a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the roof alignment and roof locking pins. in addition, the two roof locking motors will be replaced. also a new sensor system within the motor assembly will provide an improved control signal to the instrument cluster if the roof is not properly closed when the driver drives off. the recall began january 18, 2005. owners should contact porsche at 1-800-545-8039.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Porsche Cars North America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 04V601000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 04V601000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 04V601000?

NHTSA recall 04V601000 was issued by Porsche Cars North America, Inc. on December 30, 2004. It addresses: Porsche/softtop opens. The recall affects approximately 8,638 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Porsche Cars North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V601000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.