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Porsche 911 Problems, Recalls and MPG by Year

What this means

NHTSA lists 42 recall campaigns across the Porsche 911, 1983–2026. Owners have filed 281 complaints with NHTSA. Of the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2007 drew the most (46) and the 2011 the fewest (1).

Data summary generated from official records. Methodology Data: NHTSA, DOT, EPA · Refreshed Oct 6, 2026
Recalls42campaignsCovering 1983–2026 model yearsSource: NHTSA Complaints281filedOwner reports across 37 model yearsSource: NHTSA ODI Fuel economy21mpg combined2026 model, best configurationSource: EPA

Porsche 911 complaints by model year

281 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.

11 15 6 33 28 32 35 22 22 25 65 710 83 35 21 1
2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023202420252026
20111 20125 20136 20143 20158 20162 20175 20182 20192 20205 20215 202210 20233 20245 20251 20261
ComplaintsStill collecting reports3Recall campaigns

Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Fewest complaints

  • 2011 · 1 complaints
  • 2016 · 2 complaints
  • 2018 · 2 complaints

Most complaints

  • 2007 · 46 complaints
  • 2015 · 8 complaints
  • 2013 · 6 complaints

Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →

Problem areas by model year

Complaints that name each component, 2017–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.

Porsche 911 owner complaints by component and model year (NHTSA ODI)
Component2017201820192020202120222023202420252026
Fuel/propulsion system 0001361100
Engine 1013011200
Electrical system 1101012200
Power train 1012010101
Exterior lighting 1001010000
Visibility/wiper 1000010000
Back over prevention 0100010000
Unknown or other 0001001000

Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Porsche 911 recalls (42)

Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one 911 model year, newest first.

NHTSA recall campaigns for the Porsche 911
CampaignFiledWhatModel yearsRepaired
25V896000Dec 19, 2025Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 1112020–202547.2%
25V078000Feb 12, 2025Rear Seat Belt Buckles Not Tightened Properly202382.1%
25V079000Feb 12, 2025Excessive Glare from Headlight Low Beams/FMVSS 108202580.5%
24V809000Oct 28, 2024Center Lock May Break Causing Wheel Detachment2021–202491.1%
24V155000Feb 28, 2024Improperly Secured Windows May Detach2020–202494%
24V123000Feb 20, 2024Seat Belt Locking Retractor Malfunction/FMVSS 208202394%
23V715000Oct 25, 2023Seat-Mounted Air Bag May Deploy Unnecessarily2022, 202386.1%
23V446000Jun 26, 2023Incorrect Activation of Brake Lights/FMVSS 1082022, 202399.7%
22V897000Dec 6, 2022Air Bag May Deploy Improperly2022, 202388.7%
22V803000Oct 25, 2022Seat Belt Anchor May Detach from Seat2022100%
21V608000Aug 4, 2021Seat Belt Locking Retractor Malfunction/FMVSS 208202197.4%
21V467000Jun 23, 2021Incorrect Passenger Seat May Affect Air Bag202198.7%
21V201000Mar 24, 2021Upper Control Arm Rear Axle Screw Not Tightened201985.7%
21V157000Mar 10, 2021Suspension Components Not Tightened Properly202198.2%
19V875000Dec 11, 2019Improper CRS Instructions in Owner's Manual2014–201993.2%

Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.

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Fuel economy by model year

201319–23 mpg
201417–23 mpg
201517–23 mpg
201616–23 mpg
201721–25 mpg
201816–25 mpg
201916–25 mpg
202020 mpg
202117–21 mpg
202216–21 mpg
202316–21 mpg
202415–21 mpg
202516–21 mpg
202615–21 mpg

EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Where to next

2026 Porsche 911 report1 complaints · 0 campaigns →2025 Porsche 911 report1 complaints · 2 campaigns →2024 Porsche 911 report5 complaints · 3 campaigns →Every Porsche modelPorsche models →

Porsche 911 FAQ

How many recalls has the Porsche 911 had?

NHTSA lists 42 recall campaigns that cover at least one Porsche 911 model year from 1983 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.

Which Porsche 911 year has the most complaints?

Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2007 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (46) and the 2011 the fewest (1). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.

What are the most common Porsche 911 problems?

Across the 2017–2026 model years, owners most often name the fuel/propulsion system, engine, electrical system in complaints filed with NHTSA.

What mpg does the Porsche 911 get?

EPA rates the 2026 Porsche 911 at 15 to 21 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.

How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes

Processing

  • Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
  • Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.

Limitations

  • Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
  • Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
  • Recent model years are still collecting reports.

Review

Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.

Changelog

  • 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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