Do Not Drive NHTSA · 23V241000 Reported April 5, 2023

Suspension components may fail

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. · N/A · 489 vehicles potentially affected

⚠ Do Not Drive Warning: NHTSA advises that affected vehicles should not be operated until repaired. Contact your dealer immediately.
NHTSA ID
23V241000
Manufacturer Campaign
APA3
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
489
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 5, 2023
Completion Rate
80.78

Defect Summary

Porsche cars north america, inc. (porsche) is recalling certain 2004-2005 carrera gt vehicles. the spherical joints that connect the wishbone suspension components on the front and rear axles can fail due to damage from mechanical stress and corrosion.

Safety Consequence

Suspension failure can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. dealers will inspect the suspension joints. if damage is found, owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until it is repaired. once parts are available, dealers will replace the spherical joints, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on october 17, 2024. owners may contact porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. porsche's number for this recall is apa3.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Porsche Cars North America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 23V241000 or campaign APA3.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
  4. Do not drive your vehicle until the repair is completed. Ask about loaner cars or free towing.
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FAQ: Recall 23V241000

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

What is recall 23V241000?

NHTSA recall 23V241000 was issued by Porsche Cars North America, Inc. on April 5, 2023. It addresses: Suspension components may fail. The recall affects approximately 489 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Porsche Cars North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 23V241000 or the manufacturer campaign number APA3. 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.

What does "Do Not Drive" mean for this recall?

NHTSA has flagged this recall as Do Not Drive, meaning the defect poses an immediate safety risk and affected vehicles should not be operated until they are repaired. Owners should contact their dealer immediately and may be eligible for free towing or a loaner vehicle while awaiting parts.

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.