NHTSA Recall 01V015000
NHTSA Campaign Id 01V015000; Date: Jan. 23, 2001
A reduction, or complete loss, of the clutch and steering power assistance could result. If leaking fluid contacts the exhaust system, there is a risk of fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2001 Porsche 911 Turbo
Component: Power Train:clutch Assembly:pedal/linkage
Manufactured by: Porsche Cars N. A. Inc.
Affected Units:: 910
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. It is possible that the clutch pressure line could leak in the area of its connection with the clutch cylinder.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the clutch pressure line and an additional supporting bracket will be installed on vehicles produced before October 13, 2000. Vehicles produced after October 13, 2000 has a new type of clutch pressure line. On vehicles produced between October 13 and November 28, 2000, an additional supporting bracket will be installed. Owner notification began February 1, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Porsche at 1-800-545-8039.
Recall Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 1, 2001
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