Recall 15V-335: 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Jun 1, 2015, covering about 223 vehicles.

Park outside and away from buildings until the repair is done, because of fire risk.
NHTSA number
15V-335
Report date
Jun 1, 2015
Vehicles affected
223
Owners notified
Jul 13, 2015

The problem

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2015 918 Spyder vehicles manufactured February 25, 2014, to April 29, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the wiring harness for the left rear radiator fan may contact an engine heat insulation plate.

The risk

If the harness contacts the insulation plate, the harness may chafe and result in an electrical short which could increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness and secure it to a coolant tube using a tie-wrap clip, free of charge. The recall began on July 13, 2015. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porche's number for this recall is AF05. Note: The wiring harness could short and result in a fire even when the vehicle is unattended. As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerPorsche Cars North America, Inc.
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System › Radiator Assembly
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number15V335000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Porsche 918 Spyder2015All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 15V-335?

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2015 918 Spyder vehicles manufactured February 25, 2014, to April 29, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the wiring harness for the left rear radiator fan may contact an engine heat insulation plate.

How is recall 15V-335 fixed?

Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness and secure it to a coolant tube using a tie-wrap clip, free of charge. The recall began on July 13, 2015. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porche's number for this recall is AF05. Note: The wiring harness could short and result in a fire even when the vehicle is unattended. As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.