1990 Porsche 911 recalls
There are 4 safety recalls on record for the 1990 Porsche 911, covering 37,426 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
All recalls
Steering: steering wheel/handle bar
- What is wrong
- A part of the steering column upper universal joint cracked during the manufacturing process.
- Risk
- This condition could result in noise and free play in the steering system and if left uncorrected, will result in loss of steering control.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the universal joint for cracks and will replace cracked joints with new parts.
Recall number 96V147000 · Recall details
Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakers
- What is wrong
- After the engine has been turned off, the rear heater will automatically operate in order to dissipate heat in the engine heating system. During this operation, the resistor for the rear heater blower can become overloaded due to a binding or seized rear heater blower.
- Risk
- The overloaded resistor can create heat sufficient toignite the plastic air pipe to which it is connected, resulting in an enginecompartment fire.
- Remedy
- Porsche dealers will install a new resistor containing a circuit breaker.
Recall number 93V204000 · Recall details
Vehicle speed control
- What is wrong
- The ball sockets on the cruise control linkage can break, allowing the cruise control linkage to become detached on one end and jam on nearby components, which could impair throttle plate operation.
- Risk
- Impaired throttle plate operation could prevent theengine from returning to idle, resulting in unwanted engine speed and possiblevehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Replace the current plastic ball sockets with a new linkage using steel ball sockets, and lubricate the cruise control relay lever. Owners are advised not to use the cruise control until the modification is installed.
Recall number 92V142000 · Recall details
Latches/locks/linkages: hood: latch
- What is wrong
- Luggage in the luggage compartment and or plastic trim surrounding the safety latch may prevent the latch on the front hood from properly locking.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 91V012000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1990 Porsche 911 recalls
How do I check if my 1990 Porsche 911 has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the 1990 Porsche 911 have?
4, covering steering, electrical system and vehicle speed control.
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