Recall 92V-014: 1992 Porsche 968

PORSCHE CARS N.A. INC. recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Feb 7, 1992, covering about 85 vehicles.

NHTSA number
92V-014
Report date
Feb 7, 1992
Vehicles affected
85
Owners notified
Feb 21, 1992

The problem

One or more of the bolts mounting the steering rack to the chassis of the vehicle may have been stretched, due to over torquing in the manufacturing process, causing some of the bolts to loosen.

The risk

The loose mounting bolts may allow the steering rack toshift which would result in a non-centered steering wheel, less precisesteering control, and damage to the steering rack.

The fix

Replace the steering rack bolts with bolts of a higher strength; replace the steering rack if it is damaged.

Notes

System: steering .vehicle description: passenger cars.

Recall details

ManufacturerPORSCHE CARS N.A. INC.
ComponentSteering › Rack and Pinion › Rack
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number92V014000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Porsche 9681992All 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 92V-014?

One or more of the bolts mounting the steering rack to the chassis of the vehicle may have been stretched, due to over torquing in the manufacturing process, causing some of the bolts to loosen.

How is recall 92V-014 fixed?

Replace the steering rack bolts with bolts of a higher strength; replace the steering rack if it is damaged.

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.