Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2008 Porsche 911. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗DEFECTIVE SWITCH CONSOLE FOR PASM AND TC-OFF
- Summary
- ON CERTAIN 2 DOOR COUPE VEHICLES, THE SWITCH CONSOLE FOR THE PORSCHE ACTIVE SUSPENSION MANAGEMENT (PASM) AND THE TRACTION CONTROL (TC-OFF) SWITCHES WAS INAPPROPRIATELY INSTALLED. THE LEDS IN THE SWITCHES CAN SIGNAL A FUNCTIONAL CHANGE IN THE PASM MODE OR THE DEACTIVATION OF TRACTION CONTROL EVEN THOUGH THE SWITCHES ARE NOT ACTUATED.
- Consequence
- IF THE TRACTION CONTROL OR ACTIVE STABILITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ARE INADVERTENTLY DISABLED, AND THE SUBSEQUENT WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATION IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ONBOARD COMPUTER IS UNNOTICED BY THE DRIVER, THE SAFETY BENEFITS OF THESE SYSTEMS WOULD BE UNAVAILABLE TO THE DRIVER WHICH COULD INCREASE THE POSSIBILITY OF A CRASH DURING AGGRESSIVE DRIVING MANEUVERS.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SWITCH CONSOLE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 7, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-767-7243.
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Owner complaints (3)
3 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The engine is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 66.7% |
| Visibility | 1 | 33.3% |
How 2008 compares with other 911 years
Best and worst 911 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 22 | 2 |
| 2004 | 40 | 0 |
| 2005 | 5 | 0 |
| 2007 | 46 | 0 |
| 2008 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010 | 3 | 2 |
| 2011 | 1 | 1 |
| 2012 | 5 | 1 |
| 2013 | 6 | 0 |
| 2014 | 3 | 3 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 19 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $4,350
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 468 g/mi
- EPA class
- Two Seaters
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 19 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | $4,350 | 468 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 18 | $4,550 | 494 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 18 | $4,550 | 494 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 23 / 18 | $4,550 | 494 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 18 | $4,550 | 494 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 23 / 18 | $4,550 | 494 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 24 / 18 | $4,550 | 494 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2008 911 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2008 Porsche 911 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2008 Porsche 911 have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 07V557000 (electrical). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2008 Porsche 911 problems?
Owners filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. Engine (2), Visibility (1) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2008 Porsche 911 get?
EPA rates the 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual version at 16 city, 23 highway and 19 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2008 911 compare with other years?
Among the 2003–2014 Porsche 911 model years at least five years old, the 2011 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2007 the most (46). The 2008 drew 3. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
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.