DVLA recall archive
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ASA9 Recall campaign - Check the high-pressure pump connections and if necessary replace the high-pressure pumps including fuel lines
On affected vehicles the screw connection of the high-pressure pump was not implemented in accordance with the technical specifications. This can lead to a leak and the possibility of the fuel igniting.
Check the screw connections of both high-pressure pumps and replace the high-pressure pumps and fuel lines if necessary.
ARB9 Recall campaign - Re-program DME control unit
The software version of the engine control unit does not correspond to the software version that should be on the vehicle.
Review the software version of the engine control unit and if necessary update it to the correct software version.
ARC1 Recall campaign - Re-programming DME control unit
The software version of the engine control unit does not correspond to the software version that should be on the vehicle.
Review the software version of the engine control unit and if necessary update it to the correct software version.
ARC2 Recall campaign - Re-programming DME control unit
The software version of the engine control unit does not correspond to the software version that should be on the vehicle.
Review the software version of the engine control unit and if necessary update it to the correct software version.
ARB2 - Replacing upper trailing arm on the front axle
On affected vehicles there’s a possibility the upper trailing arms on the nearside front axle do not meet required specifications. If this is the case the trailing arm may break.
Replace the nearside upper trailing arm on the front axle.
THE CHASSIS GEOMETRY ON THE REAR AXLE HAS DEVIATED IN SOME CASES
During a data analysis with regard to carrying out recall campaign AMA9 we discovered that the chassis geometry on the rear axle has deviated in some cases.
The chassis setting on the affected vehicles must be checked and corrected if necessary.
IMPROVE THE ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM IN TERMS OF NITROGEN OXIDE EMISSIONS
Improve the engine control system in terms of nitrogen oxide emissions.
Engine control software will be updated.
SCREWS SECURING STEERING COLUMN TO STEERING GEAR DON'T MEET SPECIFICATIONS
The screws securing the steering column to the steering gear may not meet� the required specifications on�affected vehicles.�
The steering column screws must be replaced.�
THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT A CRACK FORMATION COULD OCCUR ON THE ENGINE CYLINDER BORES
There is a possibility that a crack formation could occur on the engine cylinder bores.
The engine on the affected vehicles will be replaced.
A POSSIBILITY THAT LOCK NUTS WERE INSTALLED ON THE REAR AXLE TRAILING ARMS THAT WERE NOT MANUFACTURED ACCORDING TO THE REQUIRED PARAMETER FIELD
A possibility that lock nuts were installed on the rear axle trailing arms that were not manufactured according to the required parameter field.
The lock nuts on the axle trailing arms of the rear axle must be replaced with nuts manufactured in accordance with the specifications.
THE VEHICLE MAY NOT MEET THE PRESCRIBED EMISSION LIMITS
The affected vehicle may not meet prescribed emission limits.
The engine and transmission control units must be updated
THE TIGHTNESS OF THE QUICK CONNECTOR OF THE FUEL SUPPLY LINE MAY NOT BE ENSURED
The tightness of the quick connector of the fuel supply line may not be ensured.
The fuel supply line in the engine compartment has to be replaced.
THE TIGHTNESS OF THE QUICK CONNECTOR OF THE FUEL SUPPLY LINE MAY NOT BE ENSURED
The tightness of the quick connector of the fuel supply line may not be ensured.
The fuel supply line in the engine compartment has to be replaced.
THE TIGHTNESS OF THE QUICK CONNECTOR OF THE FUEL SUPPLY LINE MAY NOT BE ENSURED
The tightness of the quick connector of the fuel supply line may not be ensured.
The fuel supply line in the engine compartment has to be replaced.
THE TIGHTNESS OF THE QUICK CONNECTOR OF THE FUEL SUPPLY LINE MAY NOT BE ENSURED
The tightness of the quick connector of the fuel supply line may not be ensured.
The fuel supply line in the engine compartment has to be replaced.
THE DATA VERSION OF THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT MUST BE UPDATED TO IMPROVE THE NITROGEN OXIDE EMISSIONS
The affected vehicle may not meet prescribed emission limits.
The engine control unit must be updated in order to improve the engine control system.
DUE TO FAULTY SOFTWARE THE DISPLAY LOGIC OF THE BRAKE WEAR INDICATOR IS NOT FULFILLED SUFFICIENTLY
The required display logic of the brake wear indicator is incorrect.
The instrument cluster must be re-programmed with updated software.
THE SELECTOR LEVER CABLE PLASTIC SLEEVE DOES NOT HAVE THE REQUIRED DURABILITY AND MAY BREAK
The transmission selector lever plastic sleeve does not have the required durability.
Replace the plastic sleeve on the selector cable.
MISSING ASSIGNMENT WITHIN THE SOFTWARE OF THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Brake pad wear warning light function is incorrect.
Update software of instrument cluster.
IF FUEL NOZZLE IS TURNED OR NOT INSERTED FULLY INTO FILLER TUBE FUEL CAN GET INTO CARBON CANISTER IN FUEL TANK SYSTEM
Fuel may enter the carbon canister whilst refuelling.
Replace fuel filler tube and carbon canister.
VEHICLE MAY NOT MEET REQUIRED SAFETY STANDARDS
Necessary technical acceptance not carried out by Porsche AG prior to sale of certain Porsche company cars. As a result one pre-owned vehicle does not comply to the latest standards and related quality standards.
The one car affected will be bought back by Porsche AG through their Porsche centre network.
BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE REDUCED
The circlip on the bearing bracket for the pedals may detach. If this occurs the brake pedal will become unsecured axially and come out of one of the two bearings leading to decreased brake functionality.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the fitment of the circlip and replaced as necessary.
FUEL MAY LEAK - POSSIBILITY OF FIRE
Fuel may leak from the injector fuel rails. Occupants may notice a smell and though small there is a risk of fire.
Replace injector fuel rails
FIRE MAY OCCUR
The turbo chargers fitted to the affected vehicles may not be manufactured to the required standard. The result of one or both of the turbo chargers failing is rough running and lack of power. In the worst case scenario there is a possibility that fire could occur.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the turbo chargers.
HEADLIGHT MAY DETACH
If a headlight module is not locked correctly relative movements with respect to the wing can occur. In rare cases this can cause the headlight to become detached from the wing. Based on results from internal quality control checks and individual complaints Porsche has decided to incorporate measures to make the locking system more robust into standard production and they will retrofit these changes on existing models.
Affected vehicles will be recalled to have the locking mechanism on both headlights replaced.
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