NHTSA recall 17V-289 (17V289000)
fuel system, gasoline recall reported May 3, 2017 - about 51,497 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 17V289000
- Also written as
- 17V-289
- Manufacturer number
- AH06
- Reported
- May 3, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- ~51,497
- Component
- fuel system, gasoline
What is being recalled
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Macan S and Macan Turbo vehicles, and 2017 Macan, Macan Turbo with the Performance Package, and Macan GTS vehicles. The fuel pump flange on the affected vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Why it is dangerous
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the flanges, replacing any that are cracked. Flanges that aren't cracked will have a protective film applied. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2017. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AH06.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 17V-289 when calling a dealer.
Affected 4 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.