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Checking PORSCHE Recall Notices When Buying a Used PORSCHE Car

Purchasing a used PORSCHE car can be a savvy financial decision, but it also comes with its own set of challenges and risks. One critical aspect that can often be overlooked is checking for any outstanding recall notices on the vehicle. Recalls are issued by PORSCHE to address safety issues that could potentially lead to accidents, injuries, or even fatalities. Hence, ignoring them could be perilous. In this article, we discuss why it's important to check for recall notices and how you can go about doing it.

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Why Check for Recalls?

Manufacturers issue recalls when they discover defects or issues that may compromise the safety of a vehicle. These defects can range from faulty airbags and brakes to electrical system malfunctions. When you purchase a used PORSCHE car, it may have one or more such unresolved issues that the previous owner didn't address. Ensuring that any recall work has been completed not only safeguards you and your passengers but also adds to the longevity and reliability of the vehicle.

Steps to Check for Recall Notices

Checking for recall notices might seem like a daunting task, but it is fairly straightforward. Here are some simple steps you can follow:

Obtain the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): The VIN is a unique 17-character serial number that can usually be found on the driver’s side dashboard or inside the driver’s side door. It can also be found in the vehicle's registration and insurance documents.
Enter the VIN: Enter your VIN number here to carry out a free recall check. The results will provide details on the specific issues and whether they have been resolved.
Search by Make & Manufacturer: Select the Vehicle Type, Manufacturer, and model to carry out a vehicle recall check here.
Contact the Manufacturer or Local Dealer: If you find any outstanding recalls, contact the vehicle manufacturer or your local dealer to get them resolved. Most recall work is done free of charge.

Additional Tips

Ask for Maintenance Records: Request maintenance and repair records from the seller, which may indicate if recall work has already been done.
Use Our Services: There are several services available online that compile vehicle history reports, including recall information. Though there will be a small fee if you want the complete history, it can be well worth the peace of mind.
Stay Updated: Sign up for email alerts from the manufacturer to receive notifications of any future recalls.

Conclusion

Ensuring that a used car is free from any unresolved recall notices is a key step in the car-buying process. It's a simple yet essential practice that can help you avoid potential safety hazards and costly repairs down the road. By taking the time to check, you'll contribute to a safer driving experience for yourself and others on the road.

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We have PORSCHE recalls for the models below.

718 Boxster

718 Boxster GTS, 718 Cayman GT4

718 Cayman

718 Cayman / Boxster (Spyder

718 Cayman GTS 4.0

718 Spyder

911

911 Carrera

911 Carrera 4S

911 Targa

911 Turbo

918 Spyder

991 Carrera

BOXSTER

Boxster (981)

Carrera

Carrera GT

Cayenne

Cayenne - conventional and hybrid(PHEV)

Cayenne S diesel

Cayman

GT3

GT4

GTS4

Macan

Macan (S. GTS. Turbo)

Macan GTS

Macan S

Macan Turbo

Panamera

Spyder

TARGA

Taycan

TURBO

27/09/2019 - Porsche
911, Boxster, Cayman, Panamera

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Check This Car for the following recall:

A defective capacitor may cause voltage fluctuations in the power supply of the airbag control unit. As a result, the airbags and the seatbelt pre-tensioners may deploy unexpectedly or fail to deploy in the event of an accident, increasing the risk of injury to the occupants.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval number: e13*2007/46*1187*, e13*2007/46*1188*, e13*2007/46*1187*, e13*KS07/46*0991*, e13*2007/46*1607*, e13*2007/46*0970*, e13*2007/46*1143*, e13*2007/46*1160*, e13*2007/46*1161* , Types: 991, 991 Turbo, 991H, 982, 970, 970N, 970HN, 970H

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 23 June 2015 and 16 June 2016.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

27/09/2019 - Porsche
Carrera, Boxster, Cayman

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Possible faulty construction of the door moulding causes the sensors of the vehicle occupant protection system to be activated incorrectly. This may result in unnecessary and unexpected deployment of the occupant protection system, increasing the risk of injury.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e13*2007/46*1607, e13*2007/46*1187* Types: 982, 991

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 12 January 2018 and 17 June 2019.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

27/09/2019 - Porsche
Carrera, Boxster, Cayman

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e13*2007/46*1607, e13*2007/46*1187* Types: 982, 991

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 12 January 2018 and 17 June 2019.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

27/09/2019 - Porsche
Carrera, Boxster, Cayman

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e13*2007/46*1607, e13*2007/46*1187* Types: 982, 991

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 12 January 2018 and 17 June 2019.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

16/08/2019 - Porsche
Spyder, Cayman, 911

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The nuts connecting the driveshaft to the wheel hub may not have been tightened to the required torque. As a result, the driveshaft and the wheel hub may become loose and the wheels could be blocked, increasing the risk of an accident.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e13*KS07/46*0015, e13*2007/46*1607, e13*2007/46*0992*00; types: 991G, 982, 992; sales descriptions: 718 Spyder, 718 Cayman GT4, 911 Carrera, 911 GT2 RS, 911 GT3 RS

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 21 January 2019 and 25 March 2019.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

16/08/2019 - Porsche
Spyder, Cayman, 911

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e13*KS07/46*0015, e13*2007/46*1607, e13*2007/46*0992*00; types: 991G, 982, 992; sales descriptions: 718 Spyder, 718 Cayman GT4, 911 Carrera, 911 GT2 RS, 911 GT3 RS

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 21 January 2019 and 25 March 2019.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

16/08/2019 - Porsche
Spyder, Cayman, 911

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e13*KS07/46*0015, e13*2007/46*1607, e13*2007/46*0992*00; types: 991G, 982, 992; sales descriptions: 718 Spyder, 718 Cayman GT4, 911 Carrera, 911 GT2 RS, 911 GT3 RS

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 21 January 2019 and 25 March 2019.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

09/08/2019 - Porsche
911 Carrera

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The break section of the airbag cover on the dashboard may be defective. This may lead to insufficient inflation of the airbag in the event of an accident, increasing the risk of injury.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval number: e13*2007/46*0992*; type: 992

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured on 26 March 2019.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

19/07/2019 - Porsche
Panamera

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Check This Car for the following recall:

There is a possibility of a short circuit in the air conditioning control system. This is leading to an increased risk of the vehicle catching fire.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e13*2007/46*0970*, e13*2007/46*1143*; types 970, 970N

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 12 July 2009 and 13 September 2016.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

31/05/2019 - Porsche
Boxster, Cayman

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Possible inadequate connection on the fuel-feed installation. In the event of a frontal collision, the integrity of the fuel-feed installation can be impaired, increasing the risk of fire.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval number: e13*2007/46*1607*; type: 982

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles in were manufactured between 2 April 2016 and 9 February 2019.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

31/05/2019 - Porsche
Boxster, Cayman

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Possible inadequate connection on the fuel-feed installation. In the event of a frontal collision, the integrity of the fuel-feed installation can be impaired, increasing the risk of fire.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval number: e13*2007/46*1607*; type: 982

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles in were manufactured between 2 April 2016 and 9 February 2019.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

31/05/2019 - Porsche
Boxster, Cayman, 911

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Airbag sensors may have been inadequately installed. This may lead to reduced protection in the event of an accident in which the restraint system is activated.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e13*2007/46*1607, e13*2007/46*1187, e13*2007/46*1188; types: 982, 991, 991 Turbo;

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 23 October 2017 and 16 May 2018.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View