Recall 98V-112: 1997 Porsche Boxster
PORSCHE CARS N.A. INC. recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on May 22, 1998, covering about 738 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with tiptronic transmissions. The bearing sleeves can seize in the intermediate selector levers.
The risk
The transmission selector lever becomes increasingly difficult to move resulting in failure to activate the selector lever.
The fix
Dealers will replace the affected bearing sleeves of the lever with bearing sleeves of an improved design.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin june 8, 1998.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact porsche at 1-800-545-8039.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | PORSCHE CARS N.A. INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (Prndl) |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 98V112000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Porsche Boxster | 1997 | All 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 98V-112?
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with tiptronic transmissions. The bearing sleeves can seize in the intermediate selector levers.
How is recall 98V-112 fixed?
Dealers will replace the affected bearing sleeves of the lever with bearing sleeves of an improved design.
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.