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Common Porsche Carrera problems
Porsche Carreras are known for several common problems that have been reported by owners. One of the most significant issues is engine failure, particularly in models manufactured between 1999 and 2004.
Another common problem in Porsche Carreras is coolant leakage, which is caused by corrosion. Many drivers have reported coolant leaking out of the lower half of the expansion tank, particularly in older models. This problem can lead to engine overheating and potential engine damage if not addressed promptly.
The intermediate shaft bearing (IMS) in Porsche Boxsters, particularly those manufactured between 1997 and 2005, has a high failure rate.
Rapid and uneven tyre wear is another common problem reported by Boxster owners. This issue is caused by wheel misalignment, which can result in the tyres appearing more worn on the inside and outside edges rather than straight across. This problem can be resolved by wheel alignment work.
Electric roof problems are also common in Boxster models, with the roof getting jammed halfway up due to bad or degraded connections at various points. The temperamental nature of this problem can make it difficult to diagnose and repair.
Porsche Cayenne owners have reported problems with the cooling system overheating, which can cause the plastic tubes to melt and burst. This problem can be prevented by upgrading the pipes from plastic to aluminium.
Airbag faults are also a common problem in Cayenne models, with the airbag fault light flashing involuntarily due to a faulty connection under the driver seat. This problem can be easily fixed by a qualified mechanic.
A clicking and beeping sound has been reported by some Porsche owners, which comes from under the dash of the car. This problem can be resolved by replacing the instrument cluster or getting the issue seen by a qualified mechanic.
Porsche Panamera owners have reported defective camshaft adjusters, with the bolt on the camshaft adjuster on some models loosening or breaking. This problem requires a replacement of the part.
In summary, Porsche Carreras are known for several common problems, including engine failure, coolant leakage, IMS bearing failure, tyre wear, electric roof problems, cooling system overheating, airbag faults, and clicking and beeping sounds. These problems can be resolved by qualified mechanics, but they can be costly and time-consuming to repair.
Are Porsche Carrera reliable?
According to motorbiscuit.com, the Porsche 911 is one of the most dependable cars you could own, even more reliable than some traditional options from Honda. It's one of the best choices if you want to purchase a luxury sports car with some history.
What are the most common problems in Porsche?
- Check Engine Light (CEL) ...
- Oil Leaks. ...
- Air Oil Separator (AOS) Issues. ...
- Low or Flat Battery Power. ...
- Coolant Leaks. ...
- 2nd Gear Moving to Neutral. ...
- Smoke on Startup — Cold Engine. ...
- Heavy Clutch Pedal. Owners of early model Porsche 911 Turbos with manual transmissions may encounter a heavy clutch pedal before starting the engine.
How many miles will a Porsche Carrera last?
The average lifespan of most Porsche vehicles is 150,000 to 200,000 miles. Assuming the average driver clocks about 13,000 miles a year, this translates into at least 15 years of use.
Can you daily drive a 911 Carrera?
Space is probably one of the biggest reasons people think the 911 can't be a daily driver. This is a valid concern but for most people, there is enough space for everyday driving. The Porsche 911 is a four-seater, but most 911 drivers agree that the rear seats are best suited for your coat or bag.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Porsche Carrera years
We have researched Porsche problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Porsche Carrera cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Porsche Carrera model years:
- Porsche Carrera 1989
- Porsche Carrera 1990
- Porsche Carrera 2001
- Porsche Carrera 1997
- Porsche Carrera 1999
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Porsche Carrera model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Porsche Carrera years
We've also compiled a chart for you with the number of complaints about Volkswagen Jetta cars of certain model years:
Porsche Carrera car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Porsche Carrera , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Visibility problems
- Fuel system problems
- Air bags problems
- Gasoline problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Porsche Carrera vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Carrera model years
A total of 3 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Carrera model years
There were a total of 3 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 27 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Porsche Carrera . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Porsche Carrera vehicles.
Latest 25 complaints
Porsche Carrera 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2014-08-19
- Date Complaint: 2014-09-02
- VIN: WP0AA2999XS
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 PORSCHE CARRERA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60,000.
Porsche Carrera 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2011-01-13
- Date Complaint: 2011-03-30
- VIN: WP0CA2996XS
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 PORSCHE CARRERA 996. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CONTACT WOULD HEAR A NOISE FROM THE IDUAL ROW IMS BEARING. THE NOISE WOULD BECOME LOUDER WHEN THE PART WAS COLD BUT AS IT HEATED AND BECAME LUBRICATED, THE NOISE WOULD CEASE. THE CONTACT LOCATED VIA THE INTERNET THAT ONCE THE NOISE BEGAN, THEN THE BEARING WOULD FAIL AND THE ENGINE WOULD SEIZE. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE CONTACTED BUT OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 39,000.
Porsche Carrera 1991
- Date Of Incident: 2008-06-04
- Date Complaint: 2009-08-04
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: WP0AB2968MS
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE STREET IN MY 1991 PORSCHE CARRERA 2 AT APPROXIMATELY 10-15 MPH WHEN THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG SPONTANEOUSLY DEPLOYED, SEVERELY BRUISING MY CHEST, HURTING MY NECK, AND BURNING MY LEGS WITH SOME SORT OF A BURNING CHEMICAL. I REPORTED IT TO PORSCHE WHO EVENTUALLY CAME AND GOT THE CAR, KEPT IT FOR 4-5 MONTHS, AND CLAIMED TO HAVE REPLACED SOME COMPONENTS OF THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. THEY REFUSED TO SHARE WITH ME WHAT HAPPENED TO CAUSE THIS. THE CAR WAS RETURNED TO ME, AND IT WAS STORED ALL WINTER UNTIL MAY 2009 WHEN I BEGAN DRIVING IT FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE THE INCIDENT. AFTER APPROXIMATELY 150 MILES LATER, THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND I CALLED PORSCHE WHO NOW REFUSES TO DO ANYTHING. I LIVE OVER 5 HOURS FROM THE NEAREST DEALER AND I AM AFRAID TO DRIVE THE CAR TO THE DEALER TO BE LOOKED AT. I ALSO FEEL SINCE THEY SUPPOSEDLY REPLACED THE SYSTEM, THE WARNING LIGHT BEING ON IS RELATED TO WHATEVER THEY DID. I AM AFRAID THIS AIRBAG EXPLOSION IS GOING TO HAPPEN TO ME AGAIN- WHICH AT A HIGHER SPEED COULD PROVE FATAL OR AT LEAST VERY INJURIOUS. *TR
Porsche Carrera 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2006-03-25
- Date Complaint: 2006-05-15
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: MY 2001 PORSCHE 911 CABRIOLET HAD A COOLANT LEAK. I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO BORDWALK PORSCHE IN PLANO TEXAS, THE COOLANT LEAK WAS IDENTIFIED AS A OVERFLOW BOTTLE WHICH HAD A HOLE IN IT. SUBSEQUENT INVESTIGATION LEAD TO THE DETERMINATION THAT THE VEHICLE HAD RODENT DAMAGE TO THE WIRING HARNESS. FARMERS INSURANCE PAID FOR THE WIRING HARNESS AND IT'S INSTALLATION, I PAID FOR THE OVERFLOW BOTTLE REPLACEMENT AND IT'S INSTALLATION. HOWEVER, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THERE WAS A 3RD LIGHT FAILURE ON MY VEHICLE NOT RELATED TO THE RODENT DAMAGE. NEITHER THE THIRD LIGHT ABOVE THE SPOILER OR THE THIRD LIGHT IN THE SPOILER WHEN IT IS DEPLOYED WORK. THIS MEANS MY VEHICLE HAS NO BRAKE OR RUNNING LIGHT IN THE SPOILER. HOWEVER, THE SPOILER RAISES AND LOWERS BOTH AUTOMATICALLY AND MANUALLY. THE PORSCHE SERVICE TECHNICIAN DETERMINED THAT THE SPOILER ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED TO REPAIR THE RUNNING LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT HOWEVER, THE RAISING AND LOWERING OF THE SPOILER IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ISSUE. ACCORDING TO PORSCHE THE REPAIR IS $1,100 TO REPLACE THE ASSEMBLY MOTOR AND PERFORM THE INSTALLATION. SINCE I LEARNED OF THE FINAL RESOLUTION OF THIS ISSUE I HAVE NOTICED TWO OTHER LATE MODEL PORSCHE 911'S DRIVING IN THE DALLAS AREA WHICH DON'T HAVE RUNNING LIGHT OR BRAKE LIGHTS IN THE SPOILER ASSEMBLY THAT WORK (WHICH SUGGESTS TO ME THIS IS A MANUFACTURING DEFECT AND POTENTIAL SAFETY HAZARD). THIS SAFETY ISSUE, IS WITHOUT THE LIGHTS YOU DON'T HAVE THE TRIANGLE OF LIGHTS WHEN DRIVING OR STOPPING. IT SHOULD BE NOTED THAT PRIOR TO THE REPLACEMENT OF THE WIRING HARNESS, THERE WAS NO IN DASH LIGHT TO INDICATE FAILURE OF ANY KIND IN THE DASH, SO I SUSPECT IT'S POSSIBLE THE OTHER PORSCHE 911'S THAT I HAVE OBSERVED DON'T KNOW OF THEIR ISSUE. *JB
Porsche Carrera 1995
- Date Of Incident: 2004-07-12
- Date Complaint: 2004-07-13
- VIN: WP0AA299XSS
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHILE SHIFTING GEARS THE THROTTLE INCREASES FOR NO APPARENT REASON. FEELS LIKE THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATES MOMENTARILY THEN RELEASES THE THROTTLE. THIS HAS OCCURED SEVERAL TIMES IN THE PAST TWO DAYS. *AK DEALER HAS NO IDEA WHY THIS HAPPENS.
Porsche Carrera 1992
- Date Of Incident: 1996-10-01
- Date Complaint: 2003-04-07
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A ROLL OVER ACCIDENT, CONSEQUENTLY THE STABILITY OF THE WINDSCREEN PILLARS DID NOT WITHSTAND THE FORCE OF THE ACCIDENT WHICH CAUSED THE CONSUMER TO SUFFER SEVERE INJURIES. (LAWYER ON BEHALF OF CLIENT) *TS *JB
Porsche Carrera 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2003-02-17
- Date Complaint: 2003-04-01
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT, AND THE SEAT BELT FAILED TO PROPERLY RESTRAIN THE CONSUMER, RESULTING IN AN INJURY. *AK
Porsche Carrera 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Date Complaint: 2002-07-29
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: CONSUMER STATED HE WAS HIT ON THE DRIVERS SIDE BY A PIECE OF FARM EQUIPMENT AND THE SIDE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.*MJ
Porsche Carrera 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2002-02-21
- Date Complaint: 2002-03-12
- VIN: WP0CA29971S
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN,WHEELS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: PORSCHE MANUFACTURER REFUSES TO REPLACE VEHICLE AND OR REPURCHASE VEHICLE STATED I HAVE TO GO TO PROCESS AND FILE SUIT. OF WHICH I DID AND AM NOW IN LITIGATION WITH PORSCHE. I WOULD ADVISE ANYONE WHO' S CONSIDERING BUYING ONE OF THERE CARS TO THROUGHLY INVEST THE COMAPNY AND PREVIOUS COMPLAINTS AS WELL THERE PROCESS OF WARRNTY ITEMS AND CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS. THEY REALLY DONT CARE ABOUT THERE CUSTOMERS NAD THERE DISTRICT SERVICE MANAGERS TRIES TO FIND FAULT WITH THE CUSTOMER AND MAKES UP EXCUSSES TO COVER PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLES. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK
Porsche Carrera 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2001-10-24
- Date Complaint: 2002-03-12
- VIN: WP0CA29971S
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,VISIBILITY,TIRES
- Summary: I HAVE EXPERIENCED NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHICLE AND PORSCHE REFUSES TO REPLACE CAR,. THIS VEHICLE IS IMPOSSIBLE TO SEE OUT OF BACK WINDOW, BRAKES NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS REPLACED TWICE CAR ONLY HAS 2,300 MILES. BRAKE FLUID LIGHT SHOWS WARNING, CORNERING FEELS REALLY BAD ALMOST AS THOUGH TIRES ARE COMING OFF, TOPS LEAKS ALL THE TIME, FRONT HOOD GAPS, CANT CLOSE, BACK ENGINE HOOD POPS UP AND WARNING LIGHTS COME ON, PAINT HAS SCRATCHES AND SWIRLS THROUGHOUT, BARKES FRONT AND REAR REPALCED TWICE, STILL SAME PROBLEMS. I HAVE NOTIFIED PORSCHE DIRECT IN ATLANTA AND THEY BASICALLY SAID FILE LAWSUIT AND OR COMPLAINTS WITH BBB AND ASK FOR HEARING THIS IS TOTALLY RIDICULOUS AND THE MANUFACTURER WONT STAND BEHIND THIS VEHICLE AT ALL THEY JUST DONT CARE ABOUT THERE CUSTOMERS AT ALL.*AK
Porsche Carrera 1987
- Date Of Incident: 1999-11-11
- Date Complaint: 2000-08-18
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: THE TREAD FROM THE LEFT REAR TIRE, WHICH HAD ABOUT 12,000 MILES ON IT, CAME OFF IN THE FAST LANE ON THE FREEWAY AT ABOUT 70 MPH. TRAFFIC WAS FAIRLY LIGHT AND ALTHOUGH WE FISHTAILED A BIT, I WAS ABLE TO PULL OFF THE FREEWAY. THE TIRES HAVE A "RIM SAVER" FEATURE THAT ALLOWED ME TO DRIVE SLOWLY ON THE REMAINS OF THE TIRE. I HAVE HAD THREE OTHER FAILURES WITH THESE TIRES, TWO OF WHICH WERE UNEXPLAINABLE. I HAD ONE ADDITIONAL BLOWOUT ON THE FREEWAY AT LOWER SPEED, BUT I DON'T KNOW THE CAUSE OF IT. I SPOKE TO FIRESTONE ABOUT THESE INCIDENTS AND THE ASSURED ME THAT THESE TIRES HAD NO HISTORY OF PROBLEMS. AT THIS POINT I'M AFRAID TO KEEP DRIVING ON THEM. I HAVE NO FAITH THAT THEY WILL NOT COME APART OR BLOW OUT AT UNEXPECTED TIMES. WHENEVER I DRIVE OVER BUMPS ON THE ROAD I'M AFRAID I HAVE ANOTHER FLAT. FOUR FLATS IN A YEAR SEEMS A BIT EXCESSIVE. WHEN I READ ABOUT FIRESTONE'S PROBLEMS WITH THE ATX TIRES, IT SOUNDED JUST LIKE MY PROBLEM. IS THIS PROBLEM MORE WIDESPREAD THAN IS BEING REPORTED? I WOULD LIKE THESE TIRES REPLACED BY ANOTHER MANUFACTURER'S TIRES.( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: 225/50/R16 )
Porsche Carrera 1997
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Date Complaint: 1999-02-01
- VIN: WPOAA2995VS
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: RIGHT SIDE DOOR PANEL FAILED. *YC
Porsche Carrera 1997
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Date Complaint: 1999-02-01
- VIN: WPOAA2995VS
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: EXPERIENCING NOISE FROM FRONT DASH. *YC
Porsche Carrera 1990
- Date Of Incident: 1998-11-20
- Date Complaint: 1998-11-22
- VIN: WPOAB2965LS
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: NO SUMMARY PROVIDED BY CONSUMER
Porsche Carrera 1997
- Date Of Incident: 1997-08-05
- Date Complaint: 1997-09-04
- Crash: 1
- VIN: WP0A293VS32
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: WHEN APPLYING THE ABS BRAKES IN A SUDDEN STOP,THE VEHICLE BRAKES LOCKED UP, CAUSING AN ACCIDENT.
Latest 5 recalls Porsche Carrera
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 10 recalls for different components of the Porsche Carrera.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Porsche Carrera 1996
- Report Received Date: 1998-11-27
- Manufacturer: PORSCHE CARS N.A. INC.
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSSENGER VEHICLES. INADVERTENT DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAG CAN OCCUR.
- Consequence: DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAG WITHOUT WARNING COULD CAUSE A DRIVER TO LOSE VEHICLE CONTROL INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH AND PERSONAL INJURY.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE AIR BAG SYSTEM AND A SPECIAL FILTER HORN RELAY WILL BE INSTALLED THAT PROTECTS THE AIR BAG UNIT FROM VOLTAGE PEAKS.
- Model: Porsche Carrera 1997
- Report Received Date: 1998-02-24
- Manufacturer: PORSCHE CARS N.A. INC.
- Components: AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY
- Summary: 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 MANUFACTURING PROBLEM, THE CONTACT BUCKLE (WHICH IS PART OF THE KIT) DOES NOT DEACTIVATE THE AIR BAG(S).
- Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THIS RESULTS IN THE DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAG(S) WHICH COULD RESULT IN SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD SEAT OCCUPANT.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A MODIFIED AIR BAG DEACTIVATION KIT.
- Model: Porsche Carrera 1991
- Report Received Date: 1996-08-08
- Manufacturer: PORSCHE CARS N.A. INC.
- Components: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
- Summary: A PART OF THE STEERING COLUMN UPPER UNIVERSAL JOINT CRACKED DURING THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN NOISE AND FREE PLAY IN THE STEERING SYSTEM AND IF LEFT UNCORRECTED, WILL RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE UNIVERSAL JOINT FOR CRACKS AND WILL REPLACE CRACKED JOINTS WITH NEW PARTS.
- Model: Porsche Carrera 1990
- Report Received Date: 1996-08-08
- Manufacturer: PORSCHE CARS N.A. INC.
- Components: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
- Summary: A PART OF THE STEERING COLUMN UPPER UNIVERSAL JOINT CRACKED DURING THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN NOISE AND FREE PLAY IN THE STEERING SYSTEM AND IF LEFT UNCORRECTED, WILL RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE UNIVERSAL JOINT FOR CRACKS AND WILL REPLACE CRACKED JOINTS WITH NEW PARTS.
- Model: Porsche Carrera 1989
- Report Received Date: 1996-08-08
- Manufacturer: PORSCHE CARS N.A. INC.
- Components: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
- Summary: A PART OF THE STEERING COLUMN UPPER UNIVERSAL JOINT CRACKED DURING THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN NOISE AND FREE PLAY IN THE STEERING SYSTEM AND IF LEFT UNCORRECTED, WILL RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE UNIVERSAL JOINT FOR CRACKS AND WILL REPLACE CRACKED JOINTS WITH NEW PARTS.
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