Defect Description For Recall
Metal Bushings For The Cruise Control Linkage Are Subject To Corrosion Due To Weather Conditions. Also, There Is Not Enough Clearance Between The Bushings And The Shaft; And The Linkage Points Were Not Lubricated. Thus, Cruise Control Linkage Can Bind, Causing The Accelerator Pedal To Stick In A Depressed Position. Consequence Of Defect: The Vehicle, Without Warning, Would Continue At Set Speed And Can’T Be Reduced. This Could Result In Loss Of Control And An Accident.
Make Of Vehicle
PORSCHE
Model Of Vehicle
944
Year
1985
Recall Campaign Number
85V023000
Component Description
Vehicle Speed Control:Linkages
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
Replace The Metal Bushings With The Plastic Version.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Porsche Cars N.A. Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19840901
End Of Manufacture
19850101
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
5916
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Date Report Received
19850301