Defect Description For Recall
Fuel Hose May Be Damaged Due To Too Much Pressure In CriMPIng The Hose End Fitting. Consequence Of Defect: A Fuel Leak Could Develop Which Could Cause A Loss In System Pressure And Engine Stalling. Also, Fuel Vapors In The Engine Compartment Could Be Ignited By A Spark And Cause A Fire.
Make Of Vehicle
PORSCHE
Model Of Vehicle
944
Year
1985
Recall Campaign Number
85V039000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
Hoses Will Be Modified By Cutting Off The Crimped End Fitting And Replacing It With A Nipple Fitting Secured With A Screw Tightened Clamp.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Porsche Cars N.A. Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19850101
End Of Manufacture
19850201
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1530
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Date Report Received
19850409