NHTSA recall 08V076000
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Porsche Cayenne
Reported Feb 20, 20085,573 vehicles affectedPORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.Maker’s number A803
The defect
Porsche IS recalling 5,573 my 2008 cayenne V6 vehicles. a fuel line in the plenum panel area may contact the rear engine compartment cover. relative movements of the engine while driving may cause knocking noises and chafing on the fuel line. a fuel leak may develop.
The risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
The remedy
Dealers will reroute the fuel line and install an additional spacer ring free of charge. the recall began on february 15, 2008. owners may contact porsche at 1-800-767-7243.