Service brakes: caliper Porsche recall

The problem

The two mounting bolts for each of the left and right side front calipers have been improperly torqued during assembly. The torque wrench used in the assembly may have been mechanically defective.

The fix

Dealer will retorque the front brake caliper mounting bolts to proper specifications.

Contacts

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.System: service brakes; hydraulic disc caliper.Consequences of defect: this condition could cause degration of the brakingsystem, which could have an adverse effect on handling. This could cause lossof vehicle control and an accident.

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 79V129000.
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.