Safety Recall NHTSA · 77V105000 Reported June 28, 1977

Fuel:fuel injection:unknown type:line:hose

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. · Fuel System, Gasoline · 83,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
77V105000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Fuel System, Gasoline
Vehicles Affected
83,000
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
June 28, 1977

Defect Summary

The battery covers on the involved vehicles may be missing, damaged, or improperly installed. This condition could allow water to contact the top of the battery and mix with acid. This mixure could cause the fuel hoses to deteriorate and lead to fuel leakage.

Corrective Action

Dealer will install a new battery cover and hold down clamp, and replace all fuel hoses in the engine compartment, without charge to owner.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Porsche Cars North America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 77V105000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 77V105000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 77V105000?

NHTSA recall 77V105000 was issued by Porsche Cars North America, Inc. on June 28, 1977. It addresses: Fuel:fuel injection:unknown type:line:hose. The recall affects approximately 83,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Porsche Cars North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 77V105000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.

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.