Porsche 911 Carrera 4: The Locking Mechanism For Convertible Top May Fail
Recall Summary Porsche is recalling 1,612 model year 911 Carrera 4 and 911 Carrera convertible vehicles sold in the United Kingdom because the convertible top locking mechanism may fail to fully lock even when the warning light indicates it is locked, potentially allowing the roof to open while driving. Porsche will replace the locking-mechanism motors, verify the correct locating pegs are installed, and reset the convertible top.
- Recalling firm
- PORSCHE
- Product
- Vehicles: PORSCHE 911 CARRERA 4, PORSCHE 911 CARRERA. Units affected: 1,612
- Reason
- There is a possibility that when the convertible top is closed the convertible top is not completely locked even though the warning lamp is extinguished. This could lead to the roof opening whilst the vehicle is in motion. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit modified locking-mechanism motors. In addittion check that the correct locating pegs are installed and that the convertible top is set correctly.
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2005-03-29
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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