1981 Porsche 928

Recalls

1 recall names the 1981 Porsche 928. Newest first.

• Suspension › Front › Shock absorber

  Mar 25, 1981NHTSA 81V04000064 vehicles

  Front shock absorbers on some vehicles may have improperly welded mounting eyes. The shock absorber mounting could separate and cause the suspension to collapse if vehicle IS driven on rough roads for a long period of time.

  Risk and remedy

  Remedy

  The front shock absorbers on all involved vehicles will be checked and, if necessary, replaced without charge.

  Full recall details →

Owner complaints

Latest complaints

• Feb 6, 2001FLFire
  Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery

  Consumer purchased power force battery may 2000, in june the battery exploded causing damage to the electrical system, consumer request reimbursement for damages but was denied. nlm

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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