Mechanical: linkage and cableRecall 78V-122 · 1978 Porsche 928
PORSCHE CARS N.A. INC. recall 78V-122 covers 30 1978 Porsche 928 for a mechanical: linkage and cable problem, reported to NHTSA on June 2, 1978.
Source: NHTSA recall 78V122000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
THE EMERGENCY BRAKE CABLE MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY ROUTED DURING ASSEMBLY. CONSEQUENTLY, THE CABLE COULD CHAFE AGAINST THE BRAKE LINE OR BRAKE HOSE BRACKETS. CHAFING COULD LEAD TO DAMAGE TO THE EMERGENY BRAKE CABLE.
The fix
THE DEALER WILL REROUTE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE CABLE WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER..
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: SERVICE BRAKES; EMERGENCY BRAKE CABLE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: BRAKING EFFECTIVENESS COULD BE IMPAIRED AND AN ACCIDENTCOULD RESULT.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from June 1, 1977 to September 1, 1977. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.