Porsche Cars North America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #86V077000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 86V077000 by Porsche Cars North America, Inc.. Includes 17,717 affected units, FUEL:FUEL LINES:HOSES:NON-METALLIC, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 86V077000

Manufacturer: Porsche Cars North America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1986-06-12T00:00:00

Subject: Fuel:fuel lines:hoses:non-metallic

Component: Fuel System, Gasoline

Potentially Affected Units: 17,717

Details

MFR Campaign Number: G01

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: 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.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-ecec.w6k6.jbiv

NHTSA ID: 86V077000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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