1979 PORSCHE 911 Recalls (2)

Campaign:

79V158000 on 10/11/1979

Component:

Power train:driveline:constant velocity joint

Manufactured:

01/31/1979 - 05/31/1979

Affected:

1,276

Defect:

The surface of the mounting bolts connecting the outer constant velocity joint to the left and right axle shafts on the rear of the car may have been improperly treated. as a result, the head of the bolt may have been scuffed during installation and may not have the proper torque. bolts may become loose and axle shaft separation could occur.

Correction:

Dealer will install and properly tighten new axle mounting bolts without charge to owner.

Notes:

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: suspension; left and right rear axle mounting bolts.consequences of defect: axle shaft separation could result in loss of vehiclecontrol and an accident.

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Campaign:

79V222000 on 12/11/1979

Component:

Seat belts:front:retractor

Affected:

517

Defect:

The bridge in the seat belt buckle locking mechanism of the front seat belt assembly may have been improperly bent. the buckle may not hold properly and will release, if extreme forces are applied.

Correction:

The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the seat belts on the involved vehicles at no cost to owner.

Notes:

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.passenger vehicles with turbo equipped engines.consequences of defect: in the event of an accident, those wearing defectiveseat belts will not be adequately restrained and are subject to increased riskof personal injury.

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