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2015 Porsche 918 Spyder recall: radiator assembly

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on June 1, 2015. It covers about 223 vehicles.

vehicles affected
223
reported
Jun 1, 2015
owners notified
Jul 13, 2015

Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: radiator assembly

What is wrong
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2015 918 Spyder vehicles manufactured February 25, 2014, to April 29, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the wiring harness for the left rear radiator fan may contact an engine heat insulation plate.
Risk
If the harness contacts the insulation plate, the harness may chafe and result in an electrical short which could increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness and secure it to a coolant tube using a tie-wrap clip, free of charge. The recall began on July 13, 2015. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1‑800‑767‑7243. Porche's number for this recall is AF05. Note: The wiring harness could short and result in a fire even when the vehicle is unattended. As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.

Recall number 15V335000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 15V335000

Is there a recall on the 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder radiator assembly?

Yes. Recall 15V335000, reported on June 1, 2015, covers about 223 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 15V335000?

Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness and secure it to a coolant tube using a tie-wrap clip, free of charge. The recall began on July 13, 2015. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1‑800‑767‑7243. Porche's number for this recall is AF05. Note: The wiring harness could short and result in a fire even when the vehicle is unattended. As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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