TSBs versus factory recalls

[boldstep]

Hi,

A stupid question: do any or all TSB get fixed for free on used Porsches? Are they like factory recalls or are those different? What is the intention of a TSB? Just to let customers know they need to fix something?Bottom line: is there anything I can get the Porsche dealer to do for free on my 2001 996 c4? :thumbup:

[logray]

Hi there. Sorry no TSBs are not freebies like a recall or any work performed while under warranty.

A TSB covers situations that were not explained by the original shop manuals, and have been experienced by the field or engineering team. In most situations they cover very specific problems affecting only certain cars (and in most cases only applicable when said problem is encountered or observed).

Dealer and free normally aren't used in the same sentence, that being said for a variety of cars I've owned I've actually received "freebies", but typically only after building a relationship or while other "paid" work is being performed.

You can call your local dealer and provide them with your vin number to see if it is eligible for any "free" work under current recall "campaigns".

Edited May 22, 2012 by logray

[boldstep]

Thank you so much for clearing that up! Good to know!

[Marcus Vitone]

What are the recalls on the 996? I have a 00' Cabriolet and would like to know if there's anything out there that I did not take advantage of.

Marcus

[pfbz]

Motor vehicle recalls are ordered by the federal government, specifically the NHTSA, for serious safety defects. I believe manufacturers sometimes institute a voluntary recall, but typically only when they know there is going to be a mandated recall issued if they don't...

Non safety-related service issues are never recalls, regardless of how severe.

You can check for vehicle recalls at www.nhtsa.gov

Edited February 22, 2013 by pfbz