Porsche has told some owners not to drive their luxury cars and has issued a major recall after it was discovered that the wheels were at risk of falling off. About 1,000 drivers in the UK have been sent letters and emails telling them “not to use your vehicle until further notice”. The recall is being monitored by the DVLA.
Drivers of some top-end cars, ranging in value from about £100,000 to £200,000, have been sent the recall notification. It relates to specific models that have centrelock wheels, which are attached to the axle with one bolt — compared with standard five-bolt wheels on most cars. The notice reads: “On your Porsche, there is a possibility that the wheel attachments using the central lock do not meet the required specifications.
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