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4 Recalls for 1992 PORSCHE 911
| Recall Date | Component | Summary |
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| 1996-08-08 | STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR | A PART OF THE STEERING COLUMN UPPER UNIVERSAL JOINT CRACKED DURING THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS. Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE UNIVERSAL JOINT FOR CRACKS AND WILL REPLACE CRACKED JOINTS WITH NEW PARTS. |
| 1993-12-07 | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE PRESSURE REDUCTION VALVE CAUSES THE RATE OF HYDRAULIC PRESSURE REDUCTION TO SLOW DOWN, WHICH MAY RESULT IN THE REAR WHEELS LOCKING-UP EVEN WITH THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM IN OPERATION. Remedy: PORSCHE DEALERS WILL INSTALL A MODIFIED HYDRAULIC BRAKE PRESSURE REDUCTION VALVE. |
| 1993-12-07 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | 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. Remedy: PORSCHE DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW RESISTOR CONTAINING A CIRCUIT BREAKER. |
| 1992-10-05 | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 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. 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. |
0 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 1992 PORSCHE 911
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2 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 1992 PORSCHE 911
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| 2019-07-08 |
SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 11230086 | |||
| 2003-02-19 |
STRUCTURE
ODI Number: 10006920 |
0 Investigations for 1992 PORSCHE 911
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56 Service Alerts for 1992 PORSCHE 911
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2022-07-30 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Overview of approved engine C20 engine oils for all Porsche models using this oil. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-07-27 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Special tools and equipment for the VAG 1561 storage kit in foam with blades Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-07-30 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Overview of approved engine C30 oils for Porsche models using C30 oils. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-07-30 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Overview of approved engine C40 engine oils for all Porsche models using this oil. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-07-30 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Instructions on the manufacturers certificate for approve Porsche A40 engine oils. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-03-14 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the valve spring. Part numbers affected are PAB109623 and 958109623. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-03-30 | 030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Advanced technical information for a brake squeal. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-03-26 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
List of approved C20 style engine oils for classic and new Porsche models since 1984. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-10-26 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Special tools information for a new contact surface cleaning set. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-08-31 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
List of approved engine oils for all Porsche models using C40 oil. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-08-31 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
List of approved engine oils for all Porsche models using C40 oil. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-03-24 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Understanding and addressing brake squeal complaints. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-03-24 | 030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Understanding and addressing brake squeal complaints. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-02-16 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Brake noise can vary greatly. The most common brake noise complaint is squeal. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-02-16 | 030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Brake noise can vary greatly. The most common brake noise complaint is squeal. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-02 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Information on new PIWIS Tester program for independent repair facilities. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-04-19 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Information on how to deal with a potential cyber security breach. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-03-26 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
List of approved C20 style engine oils for classic and new Porsche models since 1984. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-03-30 | 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Historical information on Porsche product evolution. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-03-05 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Information on PIWIS Tester update 40.000.020 & .022. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-03-05 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
List of approved C30 engine oils for all new and Classic Porsche vehicles MY1984 and newer. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-03-05 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
List of approved C40 engine oils for new and classic Porsche vehicles MY 1984 and newer. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-03-05 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
List of approved C20 engine oils for all new and classic Porsche models 1984 and newer. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-03-05 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
List of approved A40 style engine oils for new and classic Porsche vehicles MY 1984 and newer. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-12-03 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
List of approved A40 style engine oils for new and classic Porsche models. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-12-03 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
List of approved A40 style engine oils for new and classic Porsche models. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-12-03 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
List of approved C40 style engine oils for new and classic Porsche vehicles. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-05-30 | 030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Resubmitting at request of Mr. Bernard Hardgrave. Advanced technical information on brake fluid for all Porsche vehicles. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-12-18 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Information on Porsche PIWIS Tester update #39.900.040 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-01-22 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Information about the new PIWIS tester update #39.900.060 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-12-14 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Information on Porsche PIWIS Tester update #39.900.030 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-12-23 | 200000 WHEELS
Parts withdrawal information for Winter wheel and tire sets. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-12-23 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Information on Porsche PIWIS Tester update #39.900.045 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-12-04 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Information on Porsche PIWIS Tester update #39.900.020 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-12-11 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Information on parts withdrawal of closed workshop campaign parts. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-12-08 | 030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Advanced Technical information on brake squeal on all Porsche vehicles. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-01-27 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Information on PIWIS tester update #39.900.065 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-06-03 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Document showing the evolution of Porsche Vehicles since 1948. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-06-03 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Document showing the evolution of Porsche Vehicles since 1948. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-06-25 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Information on new PIWIS tester update 39.500.020 and .025. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-06-25 | 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Information on new PIWIS tester update 39.500.020 and .025. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-10-28 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Advanced Technical information on a NVH Lubrication kit. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-06-19 | 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Info on a new customer tool for looking up campaigns and recalls on their vehicle. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-01-30 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
List of approved C20 engine oils for all Porsche vehicles since 1984. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-02-27 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Bulletin outlining new blitz table replacement castors due to a high rate of failure reported by dealers. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-09-06 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Bulletin highlighting new updates 38.750, 38.750.000 for the Porsche PIWIS Tester 3 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-09-18 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Announcement of new Tech Live look, which will put technicians into live chats with technical support if they should have an urgent issue Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-08-05 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Bulletin outlining PIWIS Tester updates 38.600.000, .010, & .015. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-08-15 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Bulletin outlining PIWIS Tester updates 38.600.030 & 035. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-08-07 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Bulletin outlining PIWIS Tester updates 38.600.020. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-06-10 | 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Instructions for using VAS 581005P in order to chech and service R1234yf Air Conditioning Unit. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-03-01 | 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Subject: Replacing brake booster during repairs Information: If the brake booster on the 911 Carrera 2/Targa/Speedster (964) needs to be replaced, the replacment brake booster will be a 911 (993) version. During conversion, the brake mas Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2017-08-02 | 141100 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
Information: Old airbag sensor no longer available. Note: During repairs, the faulty airbag sensor will be replaced by a new electronic airbag sensor. The new airbag sensor is the same size as the airbag sensor that is installed as standa Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1993-08-01 | 034000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
BRAKE VIBRATION DAMPER APPLICATION – NEW DAMPING PLATE WITH STEEL CLIP. *TW Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2002-08-16 | 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
EXCHANGE ENGINES AND TRANSMISSIONS FOR WARRANTY. THIS BULLETIN REPLACES BULLETIN WTY0203 DATED 2-15-02. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1995-04-01 | 102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
THE FRONT TRANSMISSION CASE COVER AND SPUR GEARS ARE NO LONGER AVAILABLE AS SEPARATE PARTS. *TW Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |