Porsche/transmission
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with tiptronic transmissions. the bearing sleeves can seize in the intermediate selector levers.
Safety Consequence
The transmission selector lever becomes increasingly difficult to move resulting in failure to activate the selector lever.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the affected bearing sleeves of the lever with bearing sleeves of an improved design.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Porsche Cars North America, Inc. or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 98V112000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 98V112000?
NHTSA recall 98V112000 was issued by Porsche Cars North America, Inc. on May 22, 1998. It addresses: Porsche/transmission. The recall affects approximately 738 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Porsche Cars North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 98V112000 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.