NHTSA Recall 04V601000
NHTSA Campaign Id 04V601000; Date: Dec. 30, 2004
The softtop can inadvertently open startling the driver, which could result in a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1995 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet; 1996 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet; 1997 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet; 1998 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet; 1995 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet; 1996 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet; 1997 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet; 1998 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet
Component: Structure:body:roof And Pillars
Manufactured by: Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 8,638
Recall Summary:
On certain passenger vehicles, the softtop structure catch lever tension can ease resulting in a crack.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the roof alignment and roof locking pins. In addition, the two roof locking motors will be replaced. Also a new sensor system within the motor assembly will provide an improved control signal to the instrument cluster if the roof is not properly closed when the driver drives off. The recall began January 18, 2005. Owners should contact Porsche at 1-800-545-8039.
Recall Notes:
Customers can 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: Jan 18, 2005
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