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PORSCHE 911 (1965–2026) — Verified Specs, Fluids & OBD2

By TroubleAtlas Technical Team · Updated 4 July 2026 · Cross-checked against 3 independent sources
Built 1965–2026 · all production years covered on this single page

3.0L Twin Turbo H6 • Gasoline

2026
Porsche 911 (1965–2026)

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5 Common problems View details →
14 OBD2 codes View details →
60 Recalls / TSB View details →
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Every figure on this Porsche 911 (1965–2026) page is aggregated and cross-checked against more than 6.6 million real workshop operations, NHTSA records and OEM technical sources — and updated continuously. No invented estimates.

The Porsche 911 (1965–2026) is powered by a 3.0L Twin Turbo H6 engine. Use the sections below for verified fluids, battery, OEM tyres, the maintenance schedule, recommended parts and the most commonly reported OBD2 fault codes for this vehicle.

⚠️Common problems 🔧Common repairs 💧Fluids & lubricants 🔋Battery 🔌Fault codes (OBD2) 🔴Dashboard lights 🛒Parts comparator 🔧Accessories & tools 🛞Tyres 📋Recalls & TSB 📢Complaints 📍Workshops nearby
⚠️ COMMON PROBLEMS
Transmission fault signal (TCM)MODERATE

The transmission module detected a fault — check separate transmission codes.

Related codes: P0700

Misfire / Loss of cylinderMODERATE

Rough running, idle vibration, power loss.

Related codes: P0300

Thermostat: coolant temperature lowLOW

Thermostat stuck open — engine does not reach operating temperature.

Related codes: P0128

Battery/system voltage lowLOW

System voltage below 10V — check alternator, battery or wiring.

Related codes: P0562

P0011LOW

Check with an OBD2 scanner.

Related codes: P0011

💰 AVERAGE INDICATIVE COSTS

Prices may vary by area and workshop.

🔧
Full service
€ 120 – € 200
🛑
Full brake service
€ 180 – € 300
⚡
Spark plug replacement
€ 80 – € 140
📊
Electronic diagnosis
€ 40 – € 70
💵 WORKSHOP LABOUR RATES BY COUNTRY

Average independent-workshop hourly labour rates, to estimate repair costs in your country.

🇩🇪Germany€95/h
🇪🇸Spain€55/h
🇫🇷France€75/h
🇮🇹Italy€45/h
🇬🇧UK£80/h
🇺🇸USA$120/h
Reference rate
€45/h
Source: Eurostat 2024
💧 FLUIDS & LUBRICANTS
📋 RECALLS & TSB (60)
NHTSA 16V946000
Air Bags › Side/Window
Date: 30/12/2016
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2017 718 Boxster, 718 Boxster S, 718 Cayman, 718 Cayman S, 911 Carrera, 911 Carrera S, 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4S, 911 Turbo, 911 Turbo S, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, and 911 Turbo Cabriolet veh…
NHTSA 71V233000
Power Train › Clutch Assembly › Pedal/Hand Lever(Motorcycle)
Date: 29/12/1971
NHTSA 75V067000
Electrical System › Ignition
Date: 29/04/1975
NHTSA 75V067000
Electrical System › Ignition
Date: 29/04/1975
NHTSA 95V248000
Engine And Engine Cooling › Cooling System
Date: 28/12/1995
THE INSIDE PIPES OF THE HEAT EXCHANGERS MIGHT BE SUBJECT TO CRACKING.
NHTSA 95V247000
Engine And Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
Date: 28/12/1995
THE COVER SLEEVES ON THE EXHAUST TAILPIPES HAVE BEEN SECURED WITH ONLY TWO INSTEAD OF FOUR WELDING SPOTS.
NHTSA 24V809000
Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
Date: 28/10/2024
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2025 Panamera, 2024 718 Cayman GT4 RS, 718 Spyder RS, and 2021-2024 911 vehicles. The center lock wheel bolt may fracture and cause the wheel to detach.
NHTSA 24V809000
Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
Date: 28/10/2024
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2025 Panamera, 2024 718 Cayman GT4 RS, 718 Spyder RS, and 2021-2024 911 vehicles. The center lock wheel bolt may fracture and cause the wheel to detach.
NHTSA 24V809000
Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
Date: 28/10/2024
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2025 Panamera, 2024 718 Cayman GT4 RS, 718 Spyder RS, and 2021-2024 911 vehicles. The center lock wheel bolt may fracture and cause the wheel to detach.
NHTSA 24V809000
Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
Date: 28/10/2024
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2025 Panamera, 2024 718 Cayman GT4 RS, 718 Spyder RS, and 2021-2024 911 vehicles. The center lock wheel bolt may fracture and cause the wheel to detach.
NHTSA 70V102000
Power Train › Driveline
Date: 28/08/1970
NHTSA 24V155000
Visibility › Windshield
Date: 28/02/2024
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2024 911 vehicles. The front windshield and rear window may not be properly secured and can detach.
NHTSA 24V155000
Visibility › Windshield
Date: 28/02/2024
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2024 911 vehicles. The front windshield and rear window may not be properly secured and can detach.
NHTSA 24V155000
Visibility › Windshield
Date: 28/02/2024
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2024 911 vehicles. The front windshield and rear window may not be properly secured and can detach.
NHTSA 24V155000
Visibility › Windshield
Date: 28/02/2024
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2024 911 vehicles. The front windshield and rear window may not be properly secured and can detach.
NHTSA 24V155000
Visibility › Windshield
Date: 28/02/2024
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2024 911 vehicles. The front windshield and rear window may not be properly secured and can detach.
NHTSA 69V021000
Seat Belts › Front › Buckle Assembly
Date: 28/02/1969
NHTSA 98V089001
Air Bags › Frontal
Date: 27/11/1998
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSSENGER VEHICLES. INADVERTENT DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAG CAN OCCUR.
NHTSA 83V111000
Seat Belts › Front › Retractor
Date: 26/10/1983
THE REAR SEAT BELTS DO NOT INCLUDE EMERGENCY-LOCKING OR AUTOMATIC-LOCKING RETRACTORS. THE BELTS DO NOT COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION".
NHTSA R/2007/056
Seat Buckle May Not De-Latch Following An Impact
Date: 26-03-2007
It has been identified that the possibility exists that a faulty seat belt buckle has been installed as part of the six- point seat belt harness. If a faulty buckle has been installed it may not be possible open the buckle following an accident if the belt straps have been subjec…
NHTSA 21V201000
Suspension › Rear
Date: 24/03/2021
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster, 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S Coupe, Carrera 4S Coupe, and Carrera S Cabriolet vehicles. The screw connection on the rear axle upper control arm may be loose.
NHTSA 98E005000
Air Bags › On-Off Switch Assembly
Date: 24/02/1998
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: CHILD SEATING SYSTEM AIR BAG DEACTIVATION KIT FOR USE ON 1997-1998 911 CARRERA S, CARRERA 4, CARRERA 4S, AND TURBO (1997 MODEL ONLY), PART NO. 993 803 283 00, AND 1997-1998 BOXSTER MODEL VEHICLES, PART NOS. 996 803 283 00 AND 996 803 083 00. DUE TO A MAN…
NHTSA 98E005000
Air Bags › On-Off Switch Assembly
Date: 24/02/1998
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: CHILD SEATING SYSTEM AIR BAG DEACTIVATION KIT FOR USE ON 1997-1998 911 CARRERA S, CARRERA 4, CARRERA 4S, AND TURBO (1997 MODEL ONLY), PART NO. 993 803 283 00, AND 1997-1998 BOXSTER MODEL VEHICLES, PART NOS. 996 803 283 00 AND 996 803 083 00. DUE TO A MAN…
NHTSA 21V467000
Seats
Date: 23/06/2021
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 911 Turbo Coupe, 911 Turbo S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Targa, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 911 Turbo S Cabriolet, and 911 Turbo Cabriolet vehicles. Incorrect passenger seat was installed and may cause a Occupant Class…
NHTSA 67V006000
Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
Date: 23/01/1967
NHTSA 67V006000
Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
Date: 23/01/1967
NHTSA 78V113000
Equipment › Other › Labels
Date: 22/05/1978
ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES, THE IDENTIFICATION OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE AUTOMATIC SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM WAS OMITTED. THIS FAILS TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 101, "CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS".
NHTSA 78V113000
Equipment › Other › Labels
Date: 22/05/1978
ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES, THE IDENTIFICATION OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE AUTOMATIC SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM WAS OMITTED. THIS FAILS TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 101, "CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS".
NHTSA R/2021/317
The Screw Connection Of The Pressure Input Rod Of The Brake Booster Was Not Carried Out According To Regulations
Date: 22-09-2021
The screw connection of the pressure input rod of the brake booster may not have been tightened according to regulations.
NHTSA 25V896000
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera
Date: 19/12/2025
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019-2025 Cayenne, Cayenne E-Hybrid, 2020-2025 911, Taycan, 2024-2025 Panamera, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these veh…
NHTSA 25V896000
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera
Date: 19/12/2025
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019-2025 Cayenne, Cayenne E-Hybrid, 2020-2025 911, Taycan, 2024-2025 Panamera, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these veh…
NHTSA 25V896000
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera
Date: 19/12/2025
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019-2025 Cayenne, Cayenne E-Hybrid, 2020-2025 911, Taycan, 2024-2025 Panamera, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these veh…
NHTSA 25V896000
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera
Date: 19/12/2025
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019-2025 Cayenne, Cayenne E-Hybrid, 2020-2025 911, Taycan, 2024-2025 Panamera, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these veh…
NHTSA 25V896000
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera
Date: 19/12/2025
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019-2025 Cayenne, Cayenne E-Hybrid, 2020-2025 911, Taycan, 2024-2025 Panamera, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these veh…
NHTSA 25V896000
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera
Date: 19/12/2025
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019-2025 Cayenne, Cayenne E-Hybrid, 2020-2025 911, Taycan, 2024-2025 Panamera, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these veh…
NHTSA 73V191000
Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal › Switch
Date: 19/09/1973
NHTSA R/2004/063
Seat Backs Do Not Meet The Rigidity Of Porche Specification
Date: 18-05-2004
Front seats are fitted with seat backs that do not meet the rigidity Porsche AG demands.
NHTSA 19V533000
Air Bags › Air Bag/Restraint Control Module
Date: 17/07/2019
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016-2017 911 and Boxster, 2016 Cayman and Panamera vehicles. The air bag Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have a defective power supply capacitor that can result in air bag deactivation or inadvertent deployment o…
NHTSA 19V533000
Air Bags › Air Bag/Restraint Control Module
Date: 17/07/2019
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016-2017 911 and Boxster, 2016 Cayman and Panamera vehicles. The air bag Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have a defective power supply capacitor that can result in air bag deactivation or inadvertent deployment o…
NHTSA 91V103000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Date: 17/06/1991
DUE TO ROUTING OF FUEL LINE FROM THE FUEL TANK TO REAR FUEL PUMP, THE FUEL LINE MAY BE DAMAGED UNDER CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS. ON FULL TRAVEL OF LEFT REAR SUSPENSION (JOUNCE), THE BRACKET FOR THE BRAKE PAD WEAR INDICATOR WIRE ON LEFT REAR CONTROL ARM COULD CONTACT AND DAMAGE F…
NHTSA R/2003/175
Possible Fire Risk
Date: 17-11-2003
A connector bolt may be loose which could cause a steering fluid leak and loss of power assistance to the steering and and on the 911 Turbo to the power assistance to the clutch. Leaking fluid may ignite if it comes into contact with the exhaust system.
NHTSA R/1994/012
Rear Heater Blower Resistor May Overload
Date: 16-02-1994
The rear heater blower resistor can become electrically overloaded due to binding or seizure of the heater blower. The overloaded resistor may become hot enough to ignite the plastic air pipe in which it is located.
NHTSA 69V049000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump
Date: 15/04/1969
NHTSA 91V012000
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Hood › Latch
Date: 15/01/1991
LUGGAGE IN THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT AND OR PLASTIC TRIM SURROUNDING THE SAFETY LATCH MAY PREVENT THE LATCH ON THE FRONT HOOD FROM PROPERLY LOCKING.
NHTSA 91V012000
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Hood › Latch
Date: 15/01/1991
LUGGAGE IN THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT AND OR PLASTIC TRIM SURROUNDING THE SAFETY LATCH MAY PREVENT THE LATCH ON THE FRONT HOOD FROM PROPERLY LOCKING.
NHTSA 73V168000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery
Date: 14/08/1973
NHTSA 69V004000
Steering › Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)
Date: 13/08/1969
NHTSA R/2020/108
There Is A Possibility That The Hazard Warning Lights Will Not Be Activated After Pressing The Centre Console Button
Date: 13-12-2019
There is a possibility that the hazard warning lights will not be activated after pressing the button in the center console.
NHTSA R/2024/140
Date: 13-03-2024
On the affected vehicles it is possible that the front and rear window panes were not manufactured in accordance with specifications and their bonding to the body is therefore insufficient
NHTSA 25V079000
Exterior Lighting › Lighting Control Module › Software
Date: 12/02/2025
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2025 911 vehicles. A software error in the front-end electronics control module may result in the low beam headlights creating a glare for oncoming traffic. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requireme…
NHTSA 25V078000
Seat Belts › Rear/Other › Buckle Assembly
Date: 12/02/2025
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2023 911 vehicles. The bolts for the rear seat belt buckles may not be tightened properly.
NHTSA R/2007/179
Defective Switch Console
Date: 12-12-2007
The switch console for the PASM (Porsche Active Suspension Management) and TC Off (Traction Control) may be defective and give incorrect signals or cause the above systems to fail.
NHTSA 70V092000
Seat Belts › Front › Anchorage
Date: 10/08/1970
NHTSA 00V109000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly
Date: 10/04/2000
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. INCORRECT PROGRAMMING OF THE ELECTRONIC LOGIC UNIT CAN CAUSE AN INCORRECT FUEL LEVEL.
NHTSA 00V109000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly
Date: 10/04/2000
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. INCORRECT PROGRAMMING OF THE ELECTRONIC LOGIC UNIT CAN CAUSE AN INCORRECT FUEL LEVEL.
NHTSA 21V157000
Suspension
Date: 10/03/2021
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Porsche Taycan Turbo, Taycan Turbo S, Taycan, Taycan 4S, 911 Turbo S Coupe, Cayman, Cayman T, Cayman S, Cayman GT4, 911 Carrera Coupe, 911 Carrera S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Targa, 911 Carrera…
NHTSA R/2012/156
Rear Hub May Detach
Date: 10-12-2012
Current market observations have shown that the track usage of many vehicles in the 911 model line now comes close to that of pure GT3 racing vehicles. The component stresses associated with race track use and competitive driving are much higher than for a sporty driving style o…
NHTSA 70V036000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Date: 09/04/1970
NHTSA R/2011/133
Wheel May Detach
Date: 09-05-2011
At a recent 24 hour race at the Nurburgring Circuit it was identified that the clamping force/torque on the centre wheel locking components is incorrect. If the vehicle is used under racing type conditions it is possible that the centre locking device could undo which if not ide…
NHTSA 96V147000
Steering › Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
Date: 08/08/1996
A PART OF THE STEERING COLUMN UPPER UNIVERSAL JOINT CRACKED DURING THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS.
🔴 DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHTS — UNIVERSAL GUIDE

53 warning lights classified by urgency. Appears on your vehicle? Check the urgency level.

Show all dashboard warning lights
🔴 IMMEDIATE STOP — pull over
Oil Pressure WarningEngine
Engine Temperature WarningCooling
!BRAKE
Brake System WarningBrakes
K
Immobilizer / Key FaultSecurity
🟠 WARNING — check soon
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) / Check EngineEngine
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)Emissions
+−
Battery / Charging SystemElectrical
Low Fuel WarningFuel
!BRAKE
ABS WarningBrakes
!BRAKE
Brake Pad Wear IndicatorBrakes
!BRAKE
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)Brakes
!
Power Steering WarningSteering
ESC / Stability Control FaultChassis
Tire Pressure Warning (TPMS)Chassis
Transmission Temperature WarningTransmission
Transmission / Gearbox FaultTransmission
Airbag / SRS WarningActive safety
EGR / Exhaust Gas Recirculation FaultEmissions
Catalytic Converter / Emissions FaultEmissions
AdBlue / DEF Level LowEmissions
Coolant Level LowCooling
Hybrid / EV System WarningHybrid
EV Charge System FaultHybrid
12V Battery (Hybrid/EV Auxiliary)Hybrid
S
Suspension Fault / Air SuspensionSuspension
N
CAN Bus / Network Communication FaultNetwork
Water in Fuel FilterFuel
Diesel Injector FaultFuel
!
Steering Angle Sensor FaultSteering
Turbo / Boost Pressure FaultEngine
Regenerative Braking Fault (Hybrid/EV)Hybrid
🟡 MONITOR
Fuel Cap / Evap SystemEmissions
?
4WD / AWD SystemDrivetrain
L
Bulb Failure WarningLighting
L
Headlight Range / Leveling FaultLighting
Service / Maintenance DueMaintenance
AC
A/C System FaultHvac
Clutch Wear WarningTransmission
A
Cruise Control / ACC FaultADAS
🔵 INFORMATION
Engine Temperature Low (Blue)Cooling
Glow Plug / Diesel PreheatEngine
Traction Control / ESC OffChassis
Seatbelt ReminderActive safety
L
Rear Fog Light IndicatorLighting
A
Lane Departure / LDWS WarningADAS
A
Forward Collision Warning (FCW/AEB)ADAS
A
Blind Spot Monitor FaultADAS
A
Rear Parking Sensor / Camera FaultADAS
Windshield Washer Fluid LowMaintenance
!
Door Open WarningBody
!
Hood / Trunk Open WarningBody
Gear Shift Indicator (Manual)Transmission
Sport / Performance Mode ActiveTransmission
📢 REPORTED COMPLAINTS & PROBLEMS (NHTSA)

103 owner complaints filed with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Porsche 911 across model years 1965–2026. These are real, verified reports submitted by vehicle owners.

5 crash reports 3 fires 4 injuries
Complaints by model year (most reported first)
Model year 200750
Model year 199512
Model year 20018
Model year 19998
Model year 19966
Model year 20005
Model year 19973
Model year 20142
Most reported components (all years)
Engine49
Engine And Engine Cooling14
Electrical System9
Air Bags7
Service Brakes6
Structure5
Sample reports
THE PROBLEM WITH MY 2007 PORSCHE TURBO IS THAT WHEN I GO TO FILL UP GAS THE TANK WILL NOT FILL PASS 2/3 OF THE TANK. THE PROBLEM HAPPENS MOST OF THE TIMES THAT I FILL UP GAS AND PORSCHE HAS TOLD ME THAT THERE IS NO FIX TO THE PROBLEM. I… (MY 2007)
COOLANT FITTING ADHESIVE FAILED, SPRAYING COOLANT ON REAR TIRES, WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO LOSE CONTROL. FITTING WAS REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY WITH THE SAME PROBLEMATIC ADHESIVE. MULTIPLE FAILURES HAVE BEEN NOTED IN PORSCHE FORUMS AND A… (MY 2007)
THE HORN FAILED TO SOUND WHEN PRESSED. THE CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT AIR BAG MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE THE SPRING FOR HORN WAS LOCATED BEHIND THE AIR BAG. *AK *NM (MY 1995)
RECENTLY, I PURCHASED TIE RODS FOR MY 1995 PORSCHE 911. I ORDERED THROUGH an online retailer (ORDER #: [XXX]), SHIPPED TO MY HOME. I INSPECTED THE TIE RODS, AND WHILE NOT IDENTICAL TO THE ORIGINAL MANUFACTURERS PARTS, THEY LOOKED SUBSTAN… (MY 1995)

Source: NHTSA complaints database (U.S. data.gov). Figures cover production years 1965–2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Porsche 911 have any safety recalls?

Yes — 95 official NHTSA recall campaign(s) affect this model, mainly: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE, BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA, VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD. Check the recalls section for your exact year/VIN.

What does fault code P0300 mean on the Porsche 911?

Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.

What does fault code P0128 mean on the Porsche 911?

Coolant temperature below thermostat regulating temperature — thermostat stuck open or faulty This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.

What does fault code P0011 mean on the Porsche 911?

A Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance (Bank 1) This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.

Are airbags problems common on the Porsche 911?

Yes — 8 of 98 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the airbags. One owner reported: “THE HORN FAILED TO SOUND WHEN PRESSED. THE CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT AIR BAG MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE THE SPRING FOR HORN WAS LOCATED B…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.

Are electrical problems common on the Porsche 911?

Yes — 16 of 98 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the electrical. One owner reported: “BATTERY DIED, UPON RECHARGE, CAR WAS ATTEMPTED TO BE STARTED AND WE SMELLED A BURNING SMELL. IT TURNED OUT THAT THE WIRING HARNESS CAUGHT ON FIRE, RESULTING IN NEED TO REPLACE THE WIRING HARNESS AND…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.

Are engine problems common on the Porsche 911?

Yes — 58 of 98 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the engine. One owner reported: “THE CONSUMER HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING A PROBLEM WITH THE FUEL LINE. THE HOSE PULLS APART, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO LEAK FUEL ONTO THE ENGINE. THE SMELL OF THE FUEL COMES THROUGH THE VENTILATION AREAS, AN…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.

Which OBD2 fault codes are commonly documented for the Porsche 911 (1965–2026)?

Commonly documented OBD2 codes across many vehicles include: P0420, P0300, P0171. Find the full description, likely causes and estimated repair costs in the OBD2 Codes section on this page.

How often should the Porsche 911 (1965–2026) be serviced?

Routine maintenance for the Porsche 911 (1965–2026) typically includes an oil change every 6,000–9,000 miles (10,000–15,000 km), an air filter every 12,000–18,000 miles (20,000–30,000 km) and a brake inspection every 12,000 miles (20,000 km). Check the full plan with specific intervals in the Scheduled Maintenance section on this page.

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