2002 Porsche GT2 recalls and problems

The 2002 Porsche GT2 has 2 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Porsche dealer.

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

Recalls may cover only some 2002 Porsche GT2 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2002 Porsche GT2 recalls

Recall 03V-209: Equipment

Reported Jun 4, 2003 · 32 vehicles affected · PORSCHE CARS OF NORTH AMERICA

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.

Risk: Owners would be misinformed of their vehicle's actual gvwr.

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.

Recall 03V-027: Child Seat

Reported Jan 29, 2003 · 48 vehicles affected · PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: Certain two-seat, two-door coupe model passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." these vehicles were not equipped with a top tether anchorage as required by the standard. Owners who wish to use a child restraint with the air bag deactivation device requiring a top tether in the front passenger seat cannot correctly install the seat due to the lack of the top tether anchorage.

Risk: In the event of a crash, the child may not be properly protected.

Fix: Dealers will install the tether anchorage. Owner notification began on 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.

2002 Porsche GT2 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Engine1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 24,000 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 2002 Porsche GT2 complaints

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

Engine · at 24,000 miles · reported May 12, 2013
While driving I noticed that the car temperature went higher than normal. I immediately pulled over the car and noticed that the car was leaking significant amount of coolant. Towed the car back home. Upon further inspection it was noticed that there was some coolant coming out from the glued metal parts that is also attached to the coolant hose. The part needed to be repaired in order to fix the problem.

Other Porsche GT2 years

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Porsche GT2 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2002 Porsche GT2: 03V-209 (equipment), 03V-027 (child seat). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 Porsche GT2?

Owners report engine problems most often (1 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 24,000 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.