Recall 12V558 affects 455 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 vehicles for rear wheel hub failure. Repair is free at any franchised Porsche dealer.
Porsche recalled 455 2010 911 GT3 vehicles because the rear wheel hubs are prone to failure under certain driving conditions, and the original maintenance interval was insufficient to prevent hub failure. A failed rear hub can cause loss of vehicle control and increase crash risk; if your VIN is included, the Porsche dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The rear wheel hub on the 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 is the metal mounting point that holds the wheel to the rear axle assembly. It works with the rear axle spindle, the fixed support that lets the wheel rotate in the right position while the suspension carries cornering and braking loads. On this car, that connection has to stay solid under heat, speed, and repeated load.
Porsche identified the rear wheel hubs as prone to failure under driving conditions that put high stress through the rear axle. The original maintenance intervals were also not frequent enough to catch hub wear or weakness before a failure develops. If the hub fails, the wheel attachment loses the solid support it needs, and rear wheel control is at risk.
There is no warning sign before failure. Because the filing does not identify a noise, warning light, or other symptom, owners should not rely on feel or sound to decide whether the hub is safe.
Who's affected?
| 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 | wheel hardware |
|---|---|
| 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 | rear suspension |
| Units affected | 455 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific coupe is included.
What's the safety risk?
A rear hub failure can lead to loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash. If your VIN is included, schedule service promptly and ask the dealer whether the vehicle is safe to drive until the appointment. Repair will be free at any franchised Porsche dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Porsche dealer to confirm the free rear wheel hub replacement for your VIN.
- Schedule the rear wheel hub replacement that addresses the failure-prone rear hubs, and ask for Porsche's revised service interval information.
- Bring the recall notice if Porsche mailed one. If not, reference recall number 12V558 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and avoid driving conditions that put extra load on the rear axle.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Porsche technician replaces the wheel hubs on the rear axle. Porsche also provides revised service interval specifications with the owner notification letter, so owners know the updated maintenance schedule tied to this recall. The remedy notes that the recall began on January 22, 2013, and that the rear axle wheel hub replacement is free of charge. Parts and labor are covered under the recall.
Timeline
| December 3, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 22, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V558?
Recall 12V558 covers 455 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 vehicles with rear wheel hubs that are prone to failure under certain driving conditions. Porsche dealers will replace the rear axle wheel hubs for free and provide revised service interval specifications.
What should I do if my 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 is included in recall 12V558. If it is, contact a franchised Porsche dealer to schedule the rear wheel hub replacement. Reference recall number 12V558 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Porsche dealers will replace the wheel hubs on the rear axle free of charge, and the revised service interval information is part of Porsche's owner notification letter.
What is the safety risk?
Rear hub failure can cause loss of vehicle control, which raises crash risk. The issue involves the rear wheel hub and rear axle components, so confirm your VIN and schedule the free Porsche dealer repair if your vehicle is included.
When did Porsche start this recall repair?
Porsche began the recall on January 22, 2013. If your 2010 911 GT3 is included and the rear wheel hubs were never replaced under recall 12V558, contact a franchised Porsche dealer and ask for the free recall repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V558000 |
|---|---|
| Porsche customer service | 1-800-767-7243 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V558 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V558000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →