The 2001 Porsche 911 Turbo has two recalls, both involving fire risk from fluid leaks near heat sources.
On manual transmission models, the clutch pressure line can leak where it connects to the clutch slave cylinder. This loss of hydraulic fluid can reduce power assist to the steering or clutch, and if the fluid reaches hot exhaust components, it can ignite. The fuel system recall covers a separate leak path: the fuel supply line can chafe against the intake manifold, and the fuel return line can chafe against a spring band clamp securing a coolant line. Either leak can result in a fire if fuel contacts an ignition source.
At a glance
What can fail
The clutch pressure line can leak where it connects to the slave cylinder, causing loss of steering or clutch assist. Leaking fluid contacting hot exhaust parts could start a fire.
What the fix does
The clutch pressure line will be replaced and an additional bracket installed to secure it.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The fuel supply line can rub and wear through where it contacts the intake manifold, and the fuel return line can rub against a spring clamp securing the coolant line. Either leak could ignite near a heat source.
What the fix does
A protective sheath will be installed on the fuel supply line. The spring clamp will be replaced with a screw clamp positioned to prevent contact with the fuel return line.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
