Recall 15V335 affects 223 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder vehicles for a radiator fan harness fire risk. Park outside until repaired. Porsche dealer repair is free.
If the wiring harness rubs against the insulation plate, it can chafe, short, and increase the risk of a fire. Because the short can start a fire while the vehicle is unattended, park outside and away from structures until the repair is complete. Repair will be free at any franchised Porsche dealer once available.
Porsche is recalling 223 2015 918 Spyder vehicles because the left rear radiator fan wiring harness can contact an engine heat insulation plate. Contact with that plate can chafe the harness, cause an electrical short, and increase fire risk, so owners should park outside and away from structures until the free Porsche dealer repair is available.
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What's wrong?
The left rear radiator fan on the 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder helps move air through the rear cooling system when heat needs to be pulled away from the engine area. Its wiring harness is the bundled set of electrical wires that powers and controls that fan. The harness has to stay clear of hot engine parts and sharp edges so the fan circuit stays protected.
On recalled 918 Spyder vehicles, that harness sits close enough to the engine heat insulation plate to make contact. As the car runs and vibrates, the plate can rub the harness covering or expose the wiring underneath. Heat and abrasion can damage the circuit, leaving the radiator fan without reliable electrical power.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the fan wiring is damaged, the first thing an owner notices can be a cooling fan problem or another warning tied to engine temperature.
Who's affected?
| 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder | Radiator assembly |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 223 |
Not every 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the wiring harness rubs against the insulation plate, it can chafe, short, and increase the risk of a fire. Because the short can start a fire while the vehicle is unattended, park outside and away from structures until the repair is complete. Repair will be free at any franchised Porsche dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder is included in this recall.
- Park outside until the wiring-harness repair is complete.
- Contact a franchised Porsche dealer and ask whether the free wiring-harness inspection and tie-wrap clip repair is ready for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 15V335 when you call, and bring the recall notice if Porsche mailed one.
What happens at the repair
Porsche's dealer remedy is for a Porsche technician to inspect the wiring harness for the left rear radiator fan and secure it to a coolant tube with a tie-wrap clip. The dealer repair will be free once available. Until the remedy is complete, Porsche advises owners to park outside as a precaution, since the harness can short and start a fire even when the vehicle is unattended. Parts and labor are covered under the recall.
Timeline
| June 1, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 13, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V335?
Recall 15V335 covers 223 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder vehicles with a left rear radiator fan wiring harness that can contact an engine heat insulation plate. The harness can chafe, short, and raise fire risk. Porsche dealers inspect the harness and secure it with a tie-wrap clip for free.
What should I do if my 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific 918 Spyder is included in recall 15V335. If it is, contact a franchised Porsche dealer to schedule the harness inspection and tie-wrap clip repair. Park outside until the remedy has been completed.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Porsche's recall remedy states that dealers will inspect the wiring harness and secure it to a coolant tube using a tie-wrap clip free of charge. Federal recall law also requires the manufacturer to repair the covered safety defect at no cost.
Is it safe to park my Porsche 918 Spyder in a garage?
Park outside until the repair is complete. Porsche's recall notice says the wiring harness can short and result in a fire even when the vehicle is unattended. Keep the vehicle away from structures, then ask a Porsche dealer to complete recall 15V335.
When did Porsche start this recall repair?
The recall repair began on July 13, 2015. Porsche dealers inspect the left rear radiator fan wiring harness and secure it to a coolant tube with a tie-wrap clip. Call Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243 or a franchised Porsche dealer with recall number 15V335.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V335000 |
|---|---|
| Porsche customer service | 1-800-767-7243 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V335 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V335000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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