Recall 03V-209: 2002 Porsche GT2
PORSCHE CARS OF NORTH AMERICA recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Jun 4, 2003, covering about 32 vehicles.
The problem
Certain coupe (Two seater) passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of part 567, "certification." the gross vehicle weight rating is incorrect on the certification label. The listed gvwr is 4,244 pounds and the correct value should be 3,814 pounds.
The risk
Owners would be misinformed of their vehicle's actual gvwr.
The fix
Dealers will install a corrected certification label. (This recall will be conducted in conjunction with porsche's previous recall a303/03v-027 on the same vehicles for a FMVSS no. 225 noncompliance). Owner notification began july 28, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact porsche at 1-800-767-7243.
Notes
Porsche recall no. A207.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | PORSCHE CARS OF NORTH AMERICA |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Other › Labels |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 03V209000 |
Vehicles in this recall
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 03V-209?
Certain coupe (Two seater) passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of part 567, "certification." the gross vehicle weight rating is incorrect on the certification label. The listed gvwr is 4,244 pounds and the correct value should be 3,814 pounds.
How is recall 03V-209 fixed?
Dealers will install a corrected certification label. (This recall will be conducted in conjunction with porsche's previous recall a303/03v-027 on the same vehicles for a FMVSS no. 225 noncompliance). Owner notification began july 28, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact porsche at 1-800-767-7243.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.