Porsche 911 Carrera Recall R/2006/007: Weld Seams On The Exhaust Tailpipe May Fail, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 19 Jan 2006
- Launched
- 2,566
- vehicles in the UK
- A601
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Porsche recalled 911 Carrera vehicles. The welded seams on the exhaust tailpipe may fail. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and replace the exhaust tailpipes with modified units. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The welded seams on the exhaust tailpipe may fail. This can cause rattling noises while driving and can result in the loss of the exhaust tailpipe if the driver continues to drive the vehicle.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: WELD SEAMS ON THE EXHAUST TAILPIPE MAY FAIL Defect: The welded seams on the exhaust tailpipe may fail. This can cause rattling noises while driving and can result in the loss of the exhaust tailpipe if the driver continues to drive the vehicle. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the exhaust tailpipes with modified units.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause rattling noises while driving and can result in the loss of the exhaust tailpipe if the driver continues to drive the vehicle.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and replace the exhaust tailpipes with modified units.
Are You Affected?
911 Carrera may be included. Porsche estimates 2,566 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Porsche, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Porsche.
- Book with any franchised Porsche dealer, quoting the campaign code A601 or the DVSA reference R/2006/007. See how to get a Porsche recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 911 Carrera, GT3RS, SpeedsterThe threaded connections of the upper control arms at the rear axle were not tightened with the specific tigtening torque | Book soon | R/2021/126 | |
| 911 CarreraFastening nuts to secure the drive shaft and wheel hub on the rear axle are incorrectly coated | Book soon | R/2019/207 | |
| 718, 911 CarreraIncorrect detonators fitted to front passenger airbags | Urgent | R/2017/102 | |
| 718, 911 CarreraFuel injection pipes may become insecure | Urgent | R/2017/050 | |
| 718, 911 CarreraFuel may leak | Urgent | R/2017/022 |
This is one of 122 Porsche recalls in DVSA’s data. The Porsche recall launched before it was R/2005/009 on 29 Mar 2005, for the locking mechanism for convertible top may fail. The one launched after it was R/2006/014 on 24 Jan 2006, for parking brake may fail. You can also see every Porsche recall and all recalls launched in 2006.
Source: DVSA recall R/2006/007, launched 19 January 2006. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.