Porsche Cars North America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #12V329000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V329000 by Porsche Cars North America, Inc.. Includes 270 affected units, Turbine Wheels, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Porsche is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 panamera turbo, 2012 panamera turbo s, and 2012 cayenne turbo vehicles. the turbine wheel of a turbocharger may fracture due to a casting defect. if a fracture occurs, vehicle performance will be decreased and the turbine shaft may fracture.

Corrective Action

Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the turbine wheels, free of charge. the recall began on august 31, 2012. owners may contact porsche at 1-800-767-7243.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V329000
Manufacturer: Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2012-07-12T00:00:00
Subject: Turbine wheels
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Potentially Affected Units: 270

Details

MFR Campaign Number: AC04
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Porsche is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 panamera turbo, 2012 panamera turbo s, and 2012 cayenne turbo vehicles. the turbine wheel of a turbocharger may fracture due to a casting defect. if a fracture occurs, vehicle performance will be decreased and the turbine shaft may fracture.
Consequence Summary: If the shaft fractures, oil may be drawn into the exhaust system, resulting in smoke and the increased risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the turbine wheels, free of charge. the recall began on august 31, 2012. owners may contact porsche at 1-800-767-7243.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-57bi_xgrs-9xyr
NHTSA ID: 12V329000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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