2005-2006 Porsche 911 Carrera S and Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet recall: exhaust system

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on January 12, 2006. It covers about 5,094 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 5,094
reported: Jan 12, 2006
owners notified: Jan 24, 2006

Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system

What is wrong: Certain 2 door coupe and convertible vehicles may have been supplied with a tailpipe that may have been produced with a weld located between the fastening clip and exhaust pipe, which is inadequately dimensioned. Also included are certain accessory exhaust pipes installed by dealers.
Risk: If the weld completely fails, the exhaust pipe can detach from the vehicle, which could startle the driver resulting in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new tailpipe with a longer seam weld free of charge. The recall began on january 24, 2006. Owners may contact porsche at 1‑800‑545‑8039.

Recall number 06V008000

Affected vehicles

Porsche 911 Carrera S 2005-2006 2005 2006
Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet 2005-2006 2005 2006

Questions about recall 06V008000

Is there a recall on the 2005-2006 Porsche 911 Carrera S and Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet exhaust system?

Yes. Recall 06V008000, reported on January 12, 2006, covers about 5,094 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 06V008000?

Dealers will install a new tailpipe with a longer seam weld free of charge. The recall began on january 24, 2006. Owners may contact porsche at 1‑800‑545‑8039.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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