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NHTSA recall 17V289000

Fuel System, Gasoline · Porsche Cars North America, Inc.

May 3, 2017report date
51,497units affected
Vehicle recalltype
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What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Macan S and Macan Turbo vehicles, and 2017 Macan, Macan Turbo with the performance package, and Macan GTS vehicles. The fuel pump flange on the affected vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak.

Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

The fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the flanges, replacing any that are cracked. Flanges that aren't cracked will have a protective film applied. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2017.

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All model years NHTSA lists

2017 Porsche Macan, 2017 Porsche Macan Gts, 2015 Porsche Macan S, 2016 Porsche Macan S, 2017 Porsche Macan S, 2015 Porsche Macan Turbo, 2016 Porsche Macan Turbo, 2017 Porsche Macan Turbo.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 17V289000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.