NHTSA recall 03V-218 (03V218000)

steering recall reported June 16, 2003 - about 1,043 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 03V218000
Also written as: 03V-218
Manufacturer number: A307
Reported: June 16, 2003
Vehicles affected: ~1,043
Component: steering

What is being recalled

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY HAVE A LOOSE FITTING IN THE PRESSURE LINE OF THE POWER STEERING ASSEMBLY.

Why it is dangerous

IF THE FITTING IS LOOSE, THE HYDRAULIC FLUID COULD LEAK OUT, WHICH COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST AND, FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A MANUAL TRANSMISSION, LOSS OF CLUTCH ASSISTANCE. IF THE LEAKING FLUID COMES INTO CONTACT WITH HOT EXHAUST COMPONENTS, IT COULD IGNITE.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE FITTING TO SPECIFICATIONS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 1, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 03V-218 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Porsche 911 Turbo - 2003

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