2004 PORSCHE CARRERA GT — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
1
Owner Complaint
1
Recall
8
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2004 PORSCHE CARRERA GT
The 2004 PORSCHE CARRERA GT has received a total of 1 safety complaint filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SUSPENSION. 8 technical service bulletins have been issued by Porsche Cars North America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Structure (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2004 PORSCHE CARRERA GT
NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 2004 PORSCHE CARRERA GT, potentially affecting up to 1,956 vehicles.
Recall 23V241000 — SUSPENSION
| 489 vehicles affected
Defect: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2004-2005 Carrera GT vehicles. The spherical joints that connect the wishbone suspension components on the front and rear axles can fail due to damage from mechanical stress and corrosion.
Consequence: Suspension failure can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect the suspension joints. If damage is found, owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until it is repaired. Once parts are available,...
View full details →Recall 23V241000 — SUSPENSION
| 489 vehicles affected
Defect: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2004-2005 Carrera GT vehicles. The spherical joints that connect the wishbone suspension components on the front and rear axles can fail due to damage from mechanical stress and corrosion.
Consequence: Suspension failure can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect the suspension joints. If damage is found, owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until it is repaired. Once parts are available,...
View full details →Recall 23V241000 — SUSPENSION
| 489 vehicles affected
Defect: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2004-2005 Carrera GT vehicles. The spherical joints that connect the wishbone suspension components on the front and rear axles can fail due to damage from mechanical stress and corrosion.
Consequence: Suspension failure can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect the suspension joints. If damage is found, owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until it is repaired. Once parts are available,...
View full details →Recall 23V241000 — SUSPENSION
| 489 vehicles affected
Defect: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2004-2005 Carrera GT vehicles. The spherical joints that connect the wishbone suspension components on the front and rear axles can fail due to damage from mechanical stress and corrosion.
Consequence: Suspension failure can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect the suspension joints. If damage is found, owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until it is repaired. Once parts are available,...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2004 PORSCHE CARRERA GT
1 complaint has been filed with NHTSA for the 2004 PORSCHE CARRERA GT. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
CONCERNS REGARDING 2004 PORSCHE CARRERA GT SITTING EXTREMELY LOW TO THE GROUND.*MR THE VEHICLE WAS AN IMPORT TO THE UNITED STATES THEREFORE THE CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE PRIOR TO PURCHASING IT. THE VEHICLE ONLY SIT 3 INCHES OFF THE ROAD AND AS A RESULT SPEED BUMPS HAVE CAUSED EXTREME DAMAGE TO THE FRONT OF THE CAR. THE CONSUMER BELIEVES THIS IS A DESIGN DEFECT AND REQUEST AN INVESTIGATION. *BF *NM
Safety Rating for the 2004 PORSCHE CARRERA GT
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2004 PORSCHE CARRERA GT in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2004 PORSCHE CARRERA GT
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. has issued 8 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2004 PORSCHE CARRERA GT. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
No. 32-24 — WHEELS
Manufacturers certificate for approved summer tires and wheels
No. 97-23 — SUSPENSION
Technical information for APA3 - replacing axle struts on front and rear axles
No. 199-22-7 — VISIBILITY
Technical information for ANB4 - retrofitting locking caps on the front left and right headlights.
No. 91-21 — WHEELS
Instructions on the manufacturer's certificate for approved summer tires and wheels.
4616 — SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC
PORSCHE - REAR BRAKE DISC AIR GUIDE- ALUMINUM RING COMES LOOSE. *NJ
4802 — STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
SINGLE-LUG CLIP IN THE POWER-STEERING RESERVOIR AREA. *TT
4495 — SUSPENSION
RAISING VEHICLE RIDE HEIGHT. *TT
0402 — POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
CHECKING PORSCHE CERAMIC COMPOSITE CLUTCH (PCCC). *TT
NHTSA Investigations for the 2004 PORSCHE CARRERA GT
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
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- 2004 PORSCHE CARRERA GT (current)
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