NHTSA Recall 85V039000
NHTSA Campaign Id 85V039000; Date: Apr. 9, 1985
Recalled Vehicles:
1985 Porsche 944
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Porsche Cars N. A. Inc.
Affected Units:: 1,530
Recall Summary:
Fuel hose may be damaged due to too much pressure in crimping the hose end fitting. Consequence of defect: a fuel leak could develop which could cause a loss in system pressure and engine stalling. Also, fuel vapors in the engine compartment could be ignited by a spark and cause a fire.
How to Fix:
Hoses will be modified by cutting off the crimped end fitting and replacing it with a nipple fitting secured with a screw tightened clamp.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger cars. System: fuel hose.
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