Porsche 911: Convertible Top Front Locks May Fracture

Porsche is recalling 2 model year 911 convertibles in the United Kingdom because the front latch hooks that secure the convertible top to the windscreen frame may fracture. If the hooks fail, the convertible top could retract unexpectedly while the vehicle is being driven. Porsche will replace the latch hooks with modified versions.

Recalling firm
PORSCHE
Product
Vehicles: PORSCHE 911. Units affected: 2
Reason
The front latch hooks securing the convertible top to the windscreen frame may fracture and in the worst case allow the convertible top to retract without warning whilst the vehicle is being driven. Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles for replacement of the original latch hooks with modified versions.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
1993-08-28
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/8ebb1b63-1bfb-4550-9b85-1d3fa2e6f4a7