Defect Description For Recall
The ProteCTIve Sleeve Covering Of The Return Fuel Hose Between The Pressure Regulator And Fuel Return Pipe Was Shortened Leaving Part Of The Hose Exposed. In Some Instances This Part Of The Hose Becomes Kinked Due To The Engine Compartment Heat And/Or The Routing Of The Hose. Consequence Of Defect: If This Occurs It Could Restrict And Damage The Return Fuel Hose Which Could Lead To Fuel Leakage And Cause An Engine Compartment Fire.
Make Of Vehicle
PORSCHE
Model Of Vehicle
944
Year
1986
Recall Campaign Number
86V077000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
New Hose Will Be Installed With A Longer Preformed Sleeve Designed To Prevent Kinking. The Replacement Hose Will Be Secured With Screw Tightened Clamps On Each End.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Porsche Cars N.A. Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19850801
End Of Manufacture
19860609
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
17717
Date Owners Notified
19860630
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Date Report Received
19860612
Make Campaign Number
G01