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Not a crusade... I have a natural curiosity that drives me to do these things. Are you opposed to such a compilation of information? If so, why? If not, I think the information could be useful to those who truly need it. That's all... end of subject.
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Been reading "Only The Paranoid Survive" by Andy Grove. Cheers and thanks again for all your work!
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Frankly, I reviewed the links posted but they do not have the information necessary for folks who are affected by this to "fight" back. If there was a compiled list that was documented, one may not need to go through the lawsuit route (class action or otherwise) since such a list may constitute substantial evidence such that Porsche may just deem it easier to fix the problem. It just seems fair that if you buy an expensive car (...or anything for that matter) and it malfunctions due to known manufacturer error, then it should be voluntarily fixed. I noticed that most RMS folks who have unresolved or adverse situations are mostly in the UK. In the US, there are of course various vehicles for redress, including Federal Trade Commission action National Highway Safety and Traffic action (unsafe vehicle), civil suits, potential criminal liability if a blown motor leads to unfortunate incidents in highways and of course class action. The establishment of a class is a tedious process but there is no shortage of firms willing to take these on if there is ample evidence and deep pockets on the other end. Nonetheless, all these actions take time even if the case is taken (likely) as a contingency by a law firm. Currently, I myself do not have an RMS problem (...I hope never since according to Loren they are rare on Tip equipped 996's) but as I was researching problems with the 996, I found an astounding number of RMS complaints.
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Thanks Loren! I live in Northern California... San Francisco to be precise so we don't have winters other than trips to Tahoe so does that mean I have to use the summer tire list? I go to Lake Tahoe maybe 6 times a year and that's about the winter I get. It's a relief to note that RMS problems are rare on Tips. Wonder why? On the maintenance schedule, is there a "pre-emptive" more aggressive set of procedures like... "Make sure you check the RMS seals.' or something like that. It will take me a while to move up from newbie-dom but I'll get there. BTW, I tried to use search "RMS" but the query tool requires 4 or more chars. I guess I should have searched for Rear M-whatever Seals. Thanks again!
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I am compiling information about RMS problems on the 996 or any other recurring chronic problem with the Porsche. It seems that the RMS issue is the most expensive and prevalent problem/s and Porsche AG seem to want to ignore it rather than addressing the issue. If you have any problems with your Porsche's RMS, pls help the community by sending info here. I am not interested in a lawsuit but I am interested in factual documentation and by compiling a list of problems and resolutions, perhaps Porsche may begin to truly address the problem. It is apparent this is not a 50,000 mile/4 yr warranty issue. It is an issue of responsibility on the part of the manufacturer. It hopefully will demonstrate the power of community, the internet and transparency. Pls provide: VIN#; Make; Model Details (Cab, Tip, PCM, PSM, etc...); Yr; Servicing Dealer; Number of RMS Problems; Resolution; Cost; Renntech Member Name; Where You're From City/State/Country We'll post em here so folks who need them for documentation can get them. Power to the community!!!
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So I got an early 2001 3.4 Liter Tiptronic Cab with PSM and PCM, Black. It's got 23,000 miles and was a Porsche lease vehicle. Got it off the high line show in Fort Lauderdale, FL VIN# WP0CA29941S652665. Questions: 1) What are the proper checks that need to be done prior to warranty expiration? 2) I have been reading a lot about the RMS problem for the 996 and apparently, early 2001 is one of the problematic years. How does one check for this PRIOR to warranty expiration? 3) I am more than willing to research "class action" possibilities against Porsche as I work in a firm that specializes in substantiating such lawsuits, if in fact they are valid. 4) I need new tires so what so I need to get. Sorry for the newbie questions but I am a new Porsche owner.