1978 Porsche 928
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
9 recalls name the 1978 Porsche 928. Newest first.
On the involved vehicles, the universal joint which connects the steering shaft to the steering rack may have been improperly positioned during assembly. If vehicle IS driven on poor roads for an extended period of time, the connection between the steering shaft and universal joint could loosen and cause excessive steering wheel free play.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Dealer will inspect and reposition the universal joint connection at no cost to owner.
The symbol identifying the light switch on the involved vehicles does not meet the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 101, "control and displays".
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Owner will be sent the correct symbol for self installation or installation by the dealer.
Certification labels installed in the involved vehicles may not include the date of vehicle manufacture, as required by federal regulations.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Dealer will install the correct certification label without charge to owner.
Both the left and right steering arm are attached to the front axle knuckle with two fastening bolts. These bolts are beveled below the hex head to fit into the chamfered holes in the steering arm for proper fastening. The chamfering in these steering arm holes was omitted during manufacture. Should the bolts loosen, the steering arm could become loose.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The dealer will correct the defect by chamfering the holes.
The electrical contact points inside the steering column speed control switch may have been improperly manufactured. As a result, "sticking" could occur and cause the speed control system to stop functioning.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The dealer will replace the speed control switch, if necessary, free of charge.
The front axle caster and camber adjusters could crack due to improper manufacture. Should this happen, the adjusters could loosen and cause wheel misalignment. Also, the tire on either the left or right side could experience extensive wear.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The dealer will replace the caster and camber adjusters without charge to owner.
The emergency brake cable may have been improperly routed during assembly. Consequently, the cable could chafe against the brake line or brake hose brackets. Chafing could lead to damage to the emergeny brake cable.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The dealer will reroute the emergency brake cable without charge to owner. .
The existing brake hoses may have been twisted during assembly. Consequently, the hose could chafe against the emergency brake cable. Prolonged chafing could result in loss of brake fluid, thus affecting rear brakes.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The dealer will reroute the rear brake hose, if necessary, without charge to owner.
The roof moldings on each side of the vehicle are not securely fastened.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The dealer will secure both left and right roof moldings with additional screws on all involved vehicles, free of charge.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10246417Information for PIWIS tester update 42.300.050 & .052
- 10246374Information for PIWIS tester update 42.300.040 & .041
- 10246372Information for PIWIS tester update 42.300.035
- 10246369Information for PIWIS tester update 42.300.030 - .032
- 10246366Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the glass roof - 9J0877069EY and 9J0877069DY
- 10244982Special tools and equipment information on PIWIS tester update 42.250.050
- 10243631Information on PIWIS tester update 42.250.045
- 10243630Information on PIWIS tester update 42.250.042
- 10243625Information PIWIS tester update 42.250.040
- 10243617Information on PIWIS tester update 42.250.032
- 10243616Information on PIWIS tester update 42.250.030
- 10243615Information on PIWIS tester update 42.200.025
- 10243598Information on PIWIS tester update 42.200.020 & .022
- 10243597Special tools and equipment information for all Porsche models. Diagnostic equipment standards.
- 10243576Information on PIWIS tester update 42.200.000 42.200.012
- 10242140Parts information for parts withdrawal on the locks made to original key code
- 10240439Manufacturers certificate for allocation of approved engine oils
- 10240414Information for PIWIS tester update 42.100.000, .010 & .011
- 10240397Information for PIWIS tester updates 42.000.050 & .051
- 10240389Information for PIWIS tester update 42.000.048
- 10240374Information for PIWIS tester update 42.000.040
- 10240352Information for PIWIS tester update 42.000.035
- 10238776Special tools information on an upgrade to the pushers for the VAS5237
- 10233920Product knowledge for the Porsche evolution from 1948-2023.
- 10232442Information for PIWIS tester update 41.750.045 & .046
- 10232416Special tools information for the pneumatic cartridge gun.
- 10229617Instructions on advanced technical information for improper odometer and speedometer function
- 10229611The following illustrations are based on the four poster set "Evolution Porsche 1948-2006".
- 10227393Special tools information for the logo templates and exchangeable inserts.
- 10227379Information for PIWIS tester update 41.500.020 & .022
- 10222550Information for PIWIS tester update 41.400.000 & .010.
- 10222545Information for PIWIS tester update #41.375.050
- 10222533Information for PIWIS tester update #41.375.045.
- 10222527Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the fuel filler flap
- 10222515Information for PIWIS tester update #41.375.040
- 10219463Instructions on advanced technical information for the lubricant for the sunroof/sliding roof.
- 10219459Information for PIWIS tester update #41.300.000, .010 & .012
- 10209901Advanced technical information for a brake squeal.
- 10199877List of approved wheels, tires, and spacers for the 928 model, from Model Years 1978 to 1995.
- 10198802Information on new PIWIS Tester program for independent repair facilities.
Every Porsche 928 model year
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