Recalls for OEM Parts Porsche Brake Fluid

DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID

Posted on: 2016-09-20
Description
Porsche cars north america, inc.  (porsche) is recalling certain 1l containers of porsche-brand brake fluid, part number 00004330552, as well as 30l containers of brake fluid, part number 00004330553, manufactured september 1, 2015, to august 31, 2016.  These bottles of brake fluid state dot and not the required dot 4.  As such, these bottles of brake fluid fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 116, motor vehicle brake fluids.

Consequence
If the brake fluid isn't labeled in accordance with the regulations, the brake fluid may unintentionally be used in a vehicle brake system that is incompatible with that type of fluid, affecting brake performance and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Porsche will notify dealers, and have the the brake fluid containers relabeled, free of charge.  The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.  Owners may contact porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243.  

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.