Although they don't rival the late Ford Pinto as incendiary devices, 914s do seem to have slightly higher propensity for fires than other cars. Part of the problem is that they are around 25 years old and things like rubber and plastic fuel lines tend to decay and leak over the years. Having a battery perched on a tray hovering over the engine and a high pressure (about 28.5 psi) fuel systtem adds more volatility to the situation. Some cars were also delivered with faulty fuel lines when new. Porsche issued a safty recal on these cars but who knows how many of these cars were ever brought in to be repaired. It may not be a bad idea to check your car's VIN with the list that your local dealer should be able to access to see if your car qualifies for this fix.
When replacing the fuel lines in your car, it's important to use the high quality materials. Redoing the plastic lines that run through the car with stainless steel lines is an upgrade that can be carried over to the engine compartment. Make sure that whatever hose you buy can handle the high pressure of the fuel injection. It's a good idea to disconnect the battery for safety's sake when working with fuel lines.
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