NHTSA Recall 10V125000
NHTSA Campaign Id 10V125000; Date: Mar. 30, 2010
If the sun shield is not fully locked, the sun shield can open when travelling at higher speeds increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2011 Porsche Boxster S
Component: Visibility:sun Roof Assembly
Manufactured by: Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 9
Recall Summary:
Porsche has notified NHTSA of a defect in certain model year 2011 boxster spyder 2 door convertible passenger vehicles. It is possible that the locking hook on the sun shield (temporary soft top) may not engage correctly into the lock catch which is positioned on the windscreen frame of the vehicle.
How to Fix:
Dealers will have both the locking hook and lock catch replaced with redesigned components. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on April 30, 2010. Owners may contact Porsche at 1-800-545-8039.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 30, 2010
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