PORSCHE MACAN 2017: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V077000

Make Model Year
PORSCHE MACAN 2017
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2020-04-10 2020-02-12 2020-02-13

Production Dates: 2016-07-30 - 2016-08-05

Manufacturers Involved: Porsche Cars North America, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: ALA2

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 70117

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. "Porsche" is recalling certain 2015-2018 Macan vehicles. The fuel pump service cover may contact the flow nozzle on the filter flange of the fuel pump, potentially causing cracks and a fuel leak.

Consequence

Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Porsche will rework or replace and apply a protective film to the fuel pump flange. in addition, the fuel pump flange will be inspected and replaced if cracks are present. The recall began April 10, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ALA2.

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.