Wiring harness for cooling fan may short
Defect Summary
Porsche cars north america, inc. (porsche) is recalling certain model year 2015 918 spyder vehicles manufactured february 25, 2014, to april 29, 2015. in the affected vehicles, the wiring harness for the left rear radiator fan may contact an engine heat insulation plate.
Safety Consequence
If the harness contacts the insulation plate, the harness may chafe and result in an electrical short which could increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness and secure it to a coolant tube using a tie-wrap clip, free of charge. the recall began on july 13, 2015. owners may contact porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. porche's number for this recall is af05. note: the wiring harness could short and result in a fire even when the vehicle is unattended. as a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.
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FAQ: Recall 15V335000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V335000?
NHTSA recall 15V335000 was issued by Porsche Cars North America, Inc. on June 1, 2015. It addresses: Wiring harness for cooling fan may short. The recall affects approximately 223 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Porsche Cars North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V335000 or the manufacturer campaign number AF05. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
Why is this recall flagged for fire risk?
This recall has been classified as having a fire risk when parked. NHTSA generally advises affected owners to park outside, away from structures and other vehicles, until the defect is repaired.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.