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Porsche 911 GT3 Recall 23V446: Brake lights may flash with spoiler, confusing drivers

NHTSA campaign 23V446, reported June 26, 2023, 700 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

A software error in the rear spoiler control unit can cause the vehicle's brake lights and the center high-mounted brake light on the spoiler to turn on at the same time when the rear spoiler is manually raised while the car is traveling below 56 mph. The vehicle does not meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108 for lamps and reflective devices.

The simultaneous lighting of both brake lights may confuse other drivers about what your car is doing, which increases the risk of a crash.

An authorized Porsche dealer will reprogram the rear spoiler control unit at no charge to you. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 24, 2023. You can contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243, and you should check your VIN for open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 23V446Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Problem
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2022-2023 911 GT3 Touring vehicles. A software error in the rear spoiler control unit may allow both the vehicle and spoiler center high-mounted brake lights to activate simultaneously when the rear spoiler is manually deployed at speeds below 56 MPH (90 km/h). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
Simultaneous activation of both center high-mounted brake lights may cause confusion for other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the rear spoiler control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 24, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA8.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Porsche 911 GT320222023