New GTS 4.0 stumbles, throws code, but disappears in 5 sec

[Throttlesteer]

Yep, 1500 miles on the dial and I stopped to make a right turn. As I creeped forward, the dash lit up with a message that I didn't catch quick enough....but something to effect of contacting your Porsche consultant. The check engine light flashed during the message and then all disappeared a few seconds later. Anyone have a similar experience with a brand new car? I guess the only thing to do at this point is take it to the dealership.

[toddinmd]

Sounds like it was misfiring. If you want to check it before taking it to the dealer you need a code reader to pull the codes. Could be bad gas or an injector issue. If the battery was low on charge, you would also see alerts for PSM and other systems, so it's most likely not that. The good thing is that you have a warranty, taking it to the dealer would be the best thing. I had a brand new F150 and at 75 miles it started flashing the check engine light was was stumbling anytime I added some throttle. Ended up being a bad fuel injector. Dealer fixed it. But it's still disconcerting with a new vehicle to have something happen so soon.

[Throttlesteer]

So the ol' code reader came up empty. I'm guessing whatever was triggered probably isn't retrievable from an OTC code reader and requires PIWIS. But a misfire makes sense. I don't think I got ahold of any bad gasoline and the tank was about 1/2 full. The car also had been driven for about 45 minutes prior to the issue. I guess I'll schedule service, as much as I don't really want to. If nothing else, it will sign post the issue in case there are more severe problems later.

[blueline]

So the ol' code reader came up empty. I'm guessing whatever was triggered probably isn't retrievable from an OTC code reader and requires PIWIS. But a misfire makes sense. I don't think I got ahold of any bad gasoline and the tank was about 1/2 full. The car also had been driven for about 45 minutes prior to the issue. I guess I'll schedule service, as much as I don't really want to. If nothing else, it will sign post the issue in case there are more severe problems later.

For what it's worth, I've experienced several small, brief electronic-type oddities in all recent more modern (whatever that means) vehicles, Porsche's and otherwise. It might have been nothing more than a confused piece of digital junk that you may never see again. On the other hand...

So, I definitely agree with you that that a quick visit to the dealer is wise, if for nothing else, to alert them that something out of the ordinary happened, as you mentioned via your sign post comment giving you cover. And, in the event something is wrong, they might catch it early, eliminating other potential and possibly more serious issues.

[Tom]

So the ol' code reader came up empty. I'm guessing whatever was triggered probably isn't retrievable from an OTC code reader and requires PIWIS. But a misfire makes sense. I don't think I got ahold of any bad gasoline and the tank was about 1/2 full. The car also had been driven for about 45 minutes prior to the issue. I guess I'll schedule service, as much as I don't really want to. If nothing else, it will sign post the issue in case there are more severe problems later.

For what it's worth, I've experienced several small, brief electronic-type oddities in all recent more modern (whatever that means) vehicles, Porsche's and otherwise. It might have been nothing more than a confused piece of digital junk that you may never see again. On the other hand...

So, I definitely agree with you that that a quick visit to the dealer is wise, if for nothing else, to alert them that something out of the ordinary happened, as you mentioned via your sign post comment giving you cover. And, in the event something is wrong, they might catch it early, eliminating other potential and possibly more serious issues.

I always mention glitches to my dealer too. Especially with new models, it helps them get a better understanding of problems that might be becoming common. And, more selfishly, I figure if there is a record of a problem during the warranty, they're more likely to fix it if it develops into something worse after the warranty is expired.

[blueline]

So the ol' code reader came up empty. I'm guessing whatever was triggered probably isn't retrievable from an OTC code reader and requires PIWIS. But a misfire makes sense. I don't think I got ahold of any bad gasoline and the tank was about 1/2 full. The car also had been driven for about 45 minutes prior to the issue. I guess I'll schedule service, as much as I don't really want to. If nothing else, it will sign post the issue in case there are more severe problems later.

For what it's worth, I've experienced several small, brief electronic-type oddities in all recent more modern (whatever that means) vehicles, Porsche's and otherwise. It might have been nothing more than a confused piece of digital junk that you may never see again. On the other hand...

So, I definitely agree with you that that a quick visit to the dealer is wise, if for nothing else, to alert them that something out of the ordinary happened, as you mentioned via your sign post comment giving you cover. And, in the event something is wrong, they might catch it early, eliminating other potential and possibly more serious issues.

I always mention glitches to my dealer too. Especially with new models, it helps them get a better understanding of problems that might be becoming common. And, more selfishly, I figure if there is a record of a problem during the warranty, they're more likely to fix it if it develops into something worse after the warranty is expired.

Agree. I would think that would generally be the case if not too far out of warranty, especially with a good dealer/customer relationship.