NHTSA Recall 91V012000

NHTSA Campaign Id 91V012000; Date: Jan. 15, 1991

Latch failure could cause hood to open and obstruct thedriver's front view which could result in an accident.

Recalled Vehicles:

1989 Porsche 911;  1990 Porsche 911;  1990 Porsche Cabrio;  1990 Porsche Carrera 2;  1989 Porsche Carrera 4;  1990 Porsche Carrera 4;  1990 Porsche Coupe;  1990 Porsche Targa

Component: Latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch

Manufactured by: Porsche Cars N. A. Inc.

Affected Units:: 2,451

Recall Summary:

Luggage in the luggage compartment and or plastic trim surrounding the safety latch may prevent the latch on the front hood from properly locking.

How to Fix:

Replace plastic trim piece and install a bracket behind the safety latch to prevent interference.

Recall Notes:

System: hood safety latch. Vehicle description: passenger cars.

Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 15, 1991

Also see:

All recalls of Porsche vehicles.

More recall documents on nhtsa.gov.