The problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2014 911 GT3 vehicles manufactured October 19, 2013, through January 16, 2014. In the affected vehicles, a piston connecting rod may come loose and damage the engine crankcase.
The risk
A damaged crankcase may allow engine oil to leak onto hot components in the engine bay which may result in a fire.
The fix
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will install a new engine with improved piston connecting rod connections, free of charge. The recall began on June 6, 2014. Owners may contact Porsche at 1-800-545-8039. Porsche's number for this recall is AE01. Note: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the engine has been replaced.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 14V-090 (14V090000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | AE01 |
| Manufacturer | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. |
| Component | Engine and engine cooling |
| Report date | March 24, 2014 |
| Owners notified | June 6, 2014 |
| Vehicles affected | 209 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 14V-090 repair free?
Yes. Porsche dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will install a new engine with improved piston connecting rod connections, free of charge. The recall began on June 6, 2014. Owners may contact Porsche at 1-800-545-8039. Porsche's number for this recall is AE01.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 209 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.