Recall 91V012000: 1989–1990 Porsche Carrera 4 and 3 other models

Report received

Jan 15, 1991

Manufacturer

Porsche cars n.a. Inc.

Potentially affected

2,451vehicles

Model years

1989–1990

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

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

Possible consequence

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

Remedy

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

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 1989 Porsche 9110 complaints
• 1990 Porsche 9111 complaints
• 1990 Porsche Carrera3 complaints
• 1989 Porsche Carrera 40 complaints
• 1990 Porsche Carrera 41 complaints
• 1990 Porsche Targa0 complaints