2010 Porsche 911 GT3 recalls and problems

The 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 has 2 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Porsche dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
1 / 1
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2010 Porsche 911 GT3 recalls

Recall 12V-558: Wheels, Suspension

Reported Dec 3, 2012 · 455 vehicles affected · PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: Porsche is recalling certain model year 2010 911 GT3 vehicles manufactured May 15, 2009, through February 11, 2010. The rear wheel hubs may be prone to failure under certain driving conditions. Also, the original, suggested maintenance intervals may be insufficient to prevent wheel hub failure.

Risk: If the rear hub fails, there may be a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheel hubs on the rear axle free of charge. The service interval specifications will also be revised and provided to owners as part of Porsche's owner notification letter. The recall began on January 22, 2013. Owners may contact Porsche at 1-800-767-7243.

Recall 11V-285: Wheels

Reported Jun 10, 2011 · 1,702 vehicles affected · PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: Porsche is recalling certain model year 2010-2011, 911 turbo; turbo s, 911 gt3, gt3 rs and gt2 rs high performance vehicles, manufactured from may 18, 2009 through september 17, 2010, and equipped with center locking hub and wheel assemblies. Over time the hubs can wear prematurely.

Risk: As the hubs wear, the wheels could loosen, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the central locking hubs and wheels with an improved design, free of charge. The safety recall began on june 28, 2011. Owners may contact porsche at 1-800-767-7243.

2010 Porsche 911 GT3 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Engine2
Suspension1
Power Train1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 14,500 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · at 14,500 miles · reported Apr 22, 2013
Coolant lines / fittings welded/ pinned - mk2 mezger engine has a faulty design of coolant hoses/lines. Upon research online, I AM not the only person affected but all turbo/gt3/rs/gt2 cars from 2004-current I have also come across cars with less than 10k miles that had this problem so my problem is not isolated. There has been incidence on highway where these hoses just burst or loses fitting and spills coolant contents all over the road. This also cause car to spin out since lost in pressure and traction. Very dangerous. Porsche dealer will only use different glue to fit them. Proper way is…
Suspension · at 18,000 miles · reported May 30, 2012
Right rear centerlock hub failed/sheared off resulting in high speed exit from road surface and 800' slide. Wheel and tire left vehicle and traveled approximately 1500' crossing active road. Centerlock nut was found about 700' from vehicle. Issue seems to be failure of the centerlock hub can result in loss of wheel and vehicle crash. Buttonwillow raceway park, ca upon exiting buttonwillow turn 12 (Cw direction), loud pop heard from right rear of car (Witness describe very loud pop/bang "like hand grenade going off"), vehicle immediately rotated counter clockwise and exited road surface…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2010 Porsche 911 GT3: 12V-558 (wheels, suspension), 11V-285 (wheels). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2010 Porsche 911 GT3?

Owners report engine problems most often (2 reports), followed by suspension (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 14,500 miles.

Are Porsche recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Porsche dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.