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HighNHTSA·18E108000·Announced 2018-11-28

Porsche Recalls Ski Bags for Cayenne and Macan Due to Strap Defect

Porsche is recalling ski bags for Cayenne and Macan vehicles because the fastening straps may tear, posing an injury risk in a crash.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where the defect could increase the risk of injury in a crash, but no specific injuries or fatalities have been reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. is recalling certain accessory equipment ski bags, part number 95B.860.811, sold for use in Cayenne and Macan vehicles. The recall involves 95 units.

The ski bag fastening strap may have been sewn with incorrect thread. This defect can result in the strap seams tearing, leaving the ski bag unsecured in the event of a crash. If the ski bag detaches during a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

Porsche will notify dealers, who will replace the ski bags free of charge. The recall began on January 10, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ12. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
EQUIPMENT recall
Manufacturer
Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Accessory Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
95

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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