Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2014 Porsche 911. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Improper CRS Instructions in Owner's Manual
- Summary
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2014 Cayman and Cayman S, 2014-2016 911 GT3, 2016 911 GT3 RS and 911 R, 2018 911 GT3 and 911 GT2 RS and 2019 911 GT3 RS, 911 GT3, and 911 GT2 RS vehicles. The Child Restraint System (CRS) instructions within the Owner's Manual may not provide enough specificity for proper installation. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
- Consequence
- Improper CRS installation increases the risk of an injury to the occupant in the event of a crash.
- Remedy
- Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will provide a an Owner's Manual supplement with proper CRS installation instructions, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKC0.
Hood Lock Upper Components
- Summary
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Porsche 911, Boxster, and Cayman vehicles manufactured May 7, 2014, to September 23, 2014. The front hood upper lock components were not manufactured to specification and may fail to securely latch the vehicle's hood during operation.
- Consequence
- A failure of the hood latching mechanism may cause the hood to suddenly open during vehicle operation and will severely impede the driver's ability to see out the front windshield, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock on the front hood, free of charge. The recall began December 12, 2014. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AE04.
Potential for Engine Crankcase Damage/Fire
- Summary
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2014 911 GT3 vehicles manufactured October 19, 2013, through January 16, 2014. In the affected vehicles, a piston connecting rod may come loose and damage the engine crankcase.
- Consequence
- A damaged crankcase may allow engine oil to leak onto hot components in the engine bay which may result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will install a new engine with improved piston connecting rod connections, free of charge. The recall began on June 6, 2014. Owners may contact Porsche at 1-800-545-8039. Porsche's number for this recall is AE01. Note: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the engine has been replaced.
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Owner complaints (3)
3 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The unknown or other is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 2 | 66.7% |
| Air bags | 1 | 33.3% |
| Structure | 1 | 33.3% |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 33.3% |
How 2014 compares with other 911 years
Best and worst 911 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3 | 2 |
| 2011 | 1 | 1 |
| 2012 | 5 | 1 |
| 2013 | 6 | 0 |
| 2014 | 3 | 3 |
| 2015 | 8 | 2 |
| 2016 | 2 | 3 |
| 2017 | 5 | 3 |
| 2018 | 2 | 2 |
| 2019 | 2 | 2 |
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 23 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,550
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 386 g/mi
- EPA class
- Minicompact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 23 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.4 L 6-cyl · Automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 28 / 23 | $3,550 | 386 |
| 3.4 L 6-cyl · Automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 28 / 23 | $3,550 | 386 |
| 3.4 L 6-cyl · Automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 / 27 / 23 | $3,550 | 391 |
| 3.4 L 6-cyl · 7-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | $3,750 | 409 |
| 3.4 L 6-cyl · 7-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | $3,750 | 406 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 7-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | $3,750 | 411 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · Automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | $3,750 | 401 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · Automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | $3,750 | 407 |
| 3.4 L 6-cyl · 7-speed manual | 4-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | $3,750 | 406 |
| 3.4 L 6-cyl · Automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 / 27 / 22 | $3,750 | 399 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · Automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 22 | $3,750 | 408 |
| 3.4 L 6-cyl · Automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 22 | $3,750 | 409 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 7-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 21 | $3,900 | 414 |
| 3.4 L 6-cyl · 7-speed manual | 4-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 21 | $3,900 | 416 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 7-speed manual | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | $3,900 | 419 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 7-speed manual | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | $3,900 | 424 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · Automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 21 | $3,900 | 419 |
| 3.4 L 6-cyl · 7-speed manual | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | $3,900 | 422 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 7-speed manual | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 21 | $3,900 | 431 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · Automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 21 | $3,900 | 424 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · Automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 20 | $4,100 | 449 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · Automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 20 | $4,100 | 449 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · Automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 20 | $4,100 | 449 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · Automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 20 | $4,100 | 449 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · Automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 20 / 17 | $4,850 | 527 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2014 Porsche 911 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2014 Porsche 911 have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 19V875000 (seat), 14V698000 (latch), 14V090000 (engine). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2014 Porsche 911 problems?
Owners filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. Unknown or other (2), Air bags (1), Structure (1) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2014 Porsche 911 get?
EPA rates the 3.4 L 6-cyl · Automatic version at 20 city, 28 highway and 23 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2014 911 compare with other years?
Among the 2010–2019 Porsche 911 model years at least five years old, the 2011 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2015 the most (8). The 2014 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.