Vehicle speed control Porsche recall

The problem

The electrical contact points inside the steering column speed control switch may have been improperly manufactured. As a result, "sticking" could occur and cause the speed control system to stop functioning.

The fix

The dealer will replace the speed control switch, if necessary, free of charge.

Contacts

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.System: equipment; speed control switch.Consequences of defect: an inoperative speed control system may allow thevehicle speed to change suddenly without prior warning. Loss of vehicle controland an accident could occur.

What to do

1. Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
2. Call a dealer. Any authorized Porsche dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 78V120000.
3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.