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Vehicle recall 78V264000 · December 13, 1978

1978 Porsche 930

On the involved vehicles the electrical wiring harness leading to the starter and back-up light switch may have been improperly routed.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
On the involved vehicles the electrical wiring harness leading to the starter and back-up light switch may have been improperly routed. The harness may chafe against the front engine shrouding eventually resulting in insulation damage, which can create an electrical short.
Remedy
The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, reroute the harness and secure it with a strap. If damaged, the harness will be replaced.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: electrical; harness.consequences of defect: an short circuit could lead to an electrical fire,causing vehicle damage and personal injury.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
78V264000
Reported to NHTSA
December 13, 1978
Filed by
PORSCHE CARS N.A. INC.
Owner notification
January 2, 1979
Vehicles potentially affected
323
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood
Recall 78V264000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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