Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2012 Porsche 911. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗SEAT BELT END FITTINGS
- Summary
- PORSCHE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 911 SPEEDSTER AND 911 GTS RS 4.0; AND MODEL YEAR 2012 BOXSTER (INCLUDING S AND SPYDER); CAYMAN (INCLUDING S AND R); 911 CARRERA (INCLUDING S, GTS, 4, 4S, AND 4 GTS); 911 TARGA 4 AND TARGA 4S; AND 911 TURBO AND TURBO S MODELS MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 31, 2011, THROUGH JUNE 10, 2011. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE MOUNTING HOLES IN THE SEAT BELT ANCHOR PLATES FITTED TO THE VEHICLE ARE TOO SMALL. IF THE HOLE DIAMETER IS TOO SMALL, THE ANCHOR PLATE MAY NOT BE ABLE TO ROTATE ABOUT THE FASTENING BOLT AS DESIGNED.
- Consequence
- SHOULD THIS OCCUR, THE SEAT BELT MAY NOT BE ROUTED OPTIMALLY AROUND THE OCCUPANT, OR MAY POTENTIALLY LOOSEN AT SOME POINT IN THE FUTURE INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY DURING A CRASH.
- Remedy
- PORSCHE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SEAT BELT ANCHORS AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE SEAT BELT. THE REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-767-7243.
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Owner complaints (5)
5 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1 | 20% |
| Engine | 1 | 20% |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 20% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 20% |
| Power train | 1 | 20% |
| Structure | 1 | 20% |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 20% |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 20% |
How 2012 compares with other 911 years
Best and worst 911 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 46 | 0 |
| 2008 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010 | 3 | 2 |
| 2011 | 1 | 1 |
| 2012 | 5 | 1 |
| 2013 | 6 | 0 |
| 2014 | 3 | 3 |
| 2015 | 8 | 2 |
| 2016 | 2 | 3 |
| 2017 | 5 | 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 22 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,750
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 404 g/mi
- EPA class
- Minicompact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 22 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 · 7-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | $3,750 | 404 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 20 | $4,100 | 444 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 20 | $4,100 | 444 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 20 | $4,100 | 444 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 20 | $4,100 | 444 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 20 | $4,100 | 444 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 24 / 19 | $4,350 | 468 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 24 / 19 | $4,350 | 468 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 19 | $4,350 | 468 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 24 / 19 | $4,350 | 468 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 24 / 19 | $4,350 | 468 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 19 | $4,350 | 468 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2012 Porsche 911 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2012 Porsche 911 have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 11V409000 (seat belt). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2012 Porsche 911 problems?
Owners filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (1), Engine (1), Exterior lighting (1) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2012 Porsche 911 get?
EPA rates the 3.6 L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic version at 19 city, 27 highway and 22 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2012 911 compare with other years?
Among the 2007–2017 Porsche 911 model years at least five years old, the 2011 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2007 the most (46). The 2012 drew 5. 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.