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Recall 04V-601

PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC. recalled the 1995 to 1998 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet and 1 other model: Structure (body, roof and pillars).

At a glance

Campaign number
04V-601
Reported
December 30, 2004
Vehicles affected
8,638 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

On certain passenger vehicles, the softtop structure catch lever tension can ease resulting in a crack.

The risk

The softtop can inadvertently open startling the driver, which could result in a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the roof alignment and roof locking pins. In addition, the two roof locking motors will be replaced. Also a new sensor system within the motor assembly will provide an improved control signal to the instrument cluster if the roof is not properly closed when the driver drives off. The recall began january 18, 2005. Owners should contact porsche at 1-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).

Affected vehicles