The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. It is possible that the fuel supply line could leak due to chaffing with the intake manifold and/or the fuel return line could leak due to chaffing with a spring band clamp used to secure a coolant line.
The risk
The leaking fuel could come into contact with the exhaust system, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will install a protective sheath on the fuel supply line. In addition, for vehicles produced between April 7 and May 22, 2000, the spring band clamp will be replaced with a screw type hose clamp and installed in such a way that it cannot come into contact with the fuel return line. Owner notification began February 1, 2001. 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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 01V-016 (01V016000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | A102 - A110 |
| Manufacturer | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. |
| Component | Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings |
| Report date | January 23, 2001 |
| Owners notified | February 1, 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 493 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 01V-016 repair free?
Yes. Porsche dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install a protective sheath on the fuel supply line. In addition, for vehicles produced between April 7 and May 22, 2000, the spring band clamp will be replaced with a screw type hose clamp and installed in such a way that it cannot come into…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 493 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.