Recall 23V241 affects 489 2004-2005 Porsche Carrera GT vehicles for suspension-joint failure. Do not drive. Free repair at a franchised Porsche dealer once available.
Suspension failure can cause loss of vehicle control and increase crash risk. Noise or vibration can happen as the connection loosens, but component fracture can occur without enough warning. Do not drive the vehicle, even for short trips. Ask Porsche about towing if it must move. Repair will be free at any franchised Porsche dealer once available.
Porsche is recalling 489 2004-2005 Carrera GT vehicles under recall 23V241 because suspension spherical joints on the front and rear axles can fail from mechanical stress and corrosion. Do not drive these cars while Porsche develops the free dealer repair, because suspension failure can cause loss of vehicle control and increase crash risk.
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What's wrong?
The spherical joints on the 2004-2005 Porsche Carrera GT are suspension connection points at the front and rear axles. They link the wishbone control arms to the wheel uprights and hubs, so the wheels stay located correctly as the suspension moves. The joint has to hold alignment while taking road load, cornering force, and vibration.
On affected Carrera GT vehicles, the joint material does not resist intergranular stress corrosion well enough over the vehicle's service life. Salt exposure and mechanical stress can start cracks inside the joint material. If the cracking grows, the spherical joint, and in some cases the wishbone connection, can fracture.
Owners can notice noise or vibration if the connection loosens or starts to fail. The filing also says a fracture can happen without enough warning, so a quiet suspension does not prove the joint is sound.
Who's affected?
Both model years list the same spherical-joint suspension component.
| 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | suspension component |
|---|---|
| 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | suspension component |
| Units affected | 489 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific car.
What's the safety risk?
Suspension failure can cause loss of vehicle control and increase crash risk. Noise or vibration can happen as the connection loosens, but component fracture can occur without enough warning. Do not drive the vehicle, even for short trips. Ask Porsche about towing if it must move. Repair will be free at any franchised Porsche dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2004-2005 Porsche Carrera GT is included in this recall.
- Do not drive the vehicle until Porsche completes the suspension repair.
- Arrange a tow if the vehicle has to be moved to a franchised Porsche dealer; do not drive it there yourself.
- Contact a franchised Porsche dealer to ask about the suspension-joint inspection and parts status.
- Bring the Porsche owner letter if you have it, and reference recall number 23V241 when you call.
- Call Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243 with recall questions.
What happens at the repair
Do not drive the Carrera GT until the repair has been performed. At the dealer, a Porsche technician inspects the front and rear suspension joints for damage. If damage is found, the vehicle stays out of service until it is repaired. Once parts are available, Porsche dealers will replace the spherical joints that connect the wishbone suspension components, free of charge. Porsche offers reimbursement through the manufacturer's standard reimbursement plan for qualifying repairs completed before the owner notice. Bring documentation for any related out-of-pocket suspension repair when you speak with Porsche customer service or the dealer.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 5, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 19, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| April 19, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 2, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| October 17, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V241?
Recall 23V241 covers 489 2004-2005 Porsche Carrera GT vehicles with spherical suspension joints that can fail from mechanical stress and corrosion. Do not drive the vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Porsche dealers will inspect the suspension joints and replace them for free once parts are available.
What should I do if my 2004-2005 Porsche Carrera GT is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Carrera GT is included in recall 23V241. If it is included, do not drive the vehicle. Contact a franchised Porsche dealer, reference recall APA3, and ask for inspection, repair instructions, and towing guidance.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Porsche will replace the affected spherical joints free of charge once parts are available. The dealer inspection is part of the recall process. Reference recall APA3 when you call Porsche service.
What does do not drive mean for this Porsche Carrera GT recall?
Do not drive means the vehicle should stay parked until the dealer completes the required recall repair. Suspension failure can cause loss of vehicle control and increase crash risk. If the vehicle needs to move, call a franchised Porsche dealer and ask about towing.
When were Porsche Carrera GT owners notified about recall 23V241?
Porsche mailed owner notification letters on October 17, 2024. A letter helps, but the VIN decides whether your specific vehicle is included. Used vehicles, stored vehicles, and vehicles with changed addresses still need a VIN check before scheduling dealer service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V241000 |
|---|---|
| Porsche customer service | 1-800-767-7243 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V241 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V241000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →