Heater:water:defroster:defogger:circuit breaker fu
Defect Summary
After the engine has been turned off, the rear heater will automatically operate in order to dissipate heat in the engine heating system. During this operation, the resistor for the rear heater blower can become overloaded due to a binding or seized rear heater blower.
Safety Consequence
The overloaded resistor can create heat sufficient toignite the plastic air pipe to which it is connected, resulting in an enginecompartment fire.
Corrective Action
Porsche dealers will install a new resistor containing a circuit breaker.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Porsche Cars North America, Inc. or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 93V204000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 93V204000?
NHTSA recall 93V204000 was issued by Porsche Cars North America, Inc. on December 7, 1993. It addresses: Heater:water:defroster:defogger:circuit breaker fu. The recall affects approximately 11,346 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Porsche Cars North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 93V204000 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.