Porsche 911 CARRERA and 718 recall: Fuel injection pipes may become insecure
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The screws retaining the fuel collection pipe(s) may shear under stress. This may allow the pipe(s) to separate from the injector(s) and cause fuel to leak.
- What to do
- Contact a Porsche dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicle replace the collection pipes' securing screws
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The screws retaining the fuel collection pipe(s) may shear under stress. This may allow the pipe(s) to separate from the injector(s) and cause fuel to leak.
The fix
On affected vehicle replace the collection pipes' securing screws
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 911 CARRERA | 7 Oct 2015 | 26 Sep 2016 | 1,091 |
| 718 | 7 Oct 2015 | 26 Sep 2016 | 1,091 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 15 February 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.