A Porsche 911 and 718 recall now covers 77 cars in Australia because the centre lock nuts that hold the road wheels on may fracture. The notice, REC-006756 on the government Vehicle Recalls register, was first published on 23 October 2026 and covers cars from the 2024 year range.
This is not a fix to book whenever it suits. The notice says Porsche urgently requests owners to stop using the vehicle until the check and any necessary repair has been carried out.
Porsche's sharpest 911 and 718 models are on the list
The official recall notice names eight variants from the 992-generation 911 and the 982-generation 718 range:
- 911 Carrera GTS - 911 GT3 and 911 GT3 RS - 911 S/T - 911 Turbo and 911 Turbo S - 718 Cayman GT4 RS - 718 Spyder RS
The two 718 models are the high-performance RS versions of the mid-engined Cayman and Spyder, as covered in Porsche's Australian newsroom.
Why Porsche says park the car now
The recall notice says a manufacturing defect means the road wheel centre lock nuts may fracture. If that happens, the wheel could loosen and detach while the car is moving.
The hazard statement is blunt. A wheel coming off could cause a loss of stability and control, raising the risk of a crash that injures or kills occupants, other road users or bystanders.
That is why the stop-driving request matters. The fault involves the part that holds each wheel on, so it is not something to live with until the next service.
What Porsche 911 and 718 owners should do
Porsche will contact affected owners and ask them to arrange the work at their nearest authorised Official Porsche Centre. The repair is free of charge.
You do not have to wait for the letter. The notice lists Porsche Customer Service on 1800 711 911, and it links a downloadable VIN list so you can check your car yourself.
Because Porsche does not want these cars driven, ask the Porsche Centre how it wants the car brought in when you book. Get that answer before you start the engine.
This is the second centre lock nut recall in two years
Porsche Australia ran an earlier campaign on the same part. REC-006166, published on 4 November 2024, covered 295 vehicles from the 2023 and 2024 year range, including the 911 (992), GT4 RS, Spyder RS and Panamera.
That notice said a defective centre lock nut could fracture and loosen the wheel. The two campaigns carry different recall numbers and separate VIN lists, so check a car against both rather than assuming one completed recall covers the other.
Buying a used 2023 or 2024 Porsche GT car? Check both recalls first
If you are shopping for a used 992 GT3, GT3 RS, S/T or Turbo, or a GT4 RS or Spyder RS, run the VIN against both notices before you pay a deposit. If it appears on either list, ask the seller for the Porsche Centre invoice showing the recall work was done.
If the latest recall is still open, do not test drive the car. Porsche has asked owners not to use affected cars until they are checked, and that applies to a demonstration drive too.
An open recall is not automatically a reason to walk away, since the fix is free. But it should be completed before settlement, not after. If you are weighing up a 992 GT3, make the recall check part of the inspection.
Carseekers has also covered wheel fastener recalls beyond Porsche, including the Mercedes G580 wheel bolt recall. The lesson is the same: a VIN check takes minutes and the free fix only works if it is actually done.
Financing a used 911 or 718? Clear the recall before settlement
If you are using finance for a used 2024 GT3, Turbo S or GT4 RS, get written confirmation that the recall work is complete before the loan settles, so you are not paying for a car that has to sit waiting for a Porsche Centre booking.
Loanseekers can help you compare car-finance options for a used performance car like these, subject to the vehicle, your circumstances and each lender's criteria.
The finer details
Your questions answered.
Which Porsche models are affected by the centre lock wheel nut recall in Australia?
Recall REC-006756 covers 77 cars from the 2024 year range: the 911 Carrera GTS, GT3, GT3 RS, S/T, Turbo and Turbo S from the 992 generation, plus the 718 Cayman GT4 RS and 718 Spyder RS from the 982 generation. The notice on the government Vehicle Recalls register includes a VIN list so you can check a specific car.
Can I keep driving my Porsche while it is under the wheel nut recall?
Porsche urgently requests owners to stop using affected vehicles until the check and any necessary repair is done. The risk is that a centre lock nut fractures and the wheel detaches while driving. Contact Porsche Customer Service on 1800 711 911 or your nearest Official Porsche Centre to arrange the free repair.
How do I check if a used Porsche 911 or 718 has an open recall?
Check the VIN against the lists on both REC-006756 and the earlier REC-006166 centre lock nut recall on the government Vehicle Recalls register. If the car appears, ask the seller for the Porsche Centre invoice showing the recall work was completed, or call Porsche Customer Service with the VIN before you pay a deposit.