1996 Porsche 911: problems, recalls and reliability

3 recalls and 6 owner complaints on record; most reports concern air bags.

Data updated weekly · latest recall Nov 1998

recalls

owner complaints

fire reports

typical failure mileage, mi

All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.

Common problems Recalls FAQ

Common problems

Computed from 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.

Limited data: only 6 complaints on record for this model year - too few for percentage statistics. Bars show raw report counts; read them as individual owner reports, not reliability rates.

Air Bags (airbags and crash sensors)2 complaints

Vehicle Speed Control (unintended acceleration, cruise control)1 complaint

Tires1 complaint

Structure (body, frame, doors, rust)1 complaint

Electrical System (battery, wiring, electronics)1 complaint

“The consumer received a recall notice for his 1996 porsche 911 but for insurance reasons the vehicle cannot be removed from storage until april 1, 2005. *nm (convertible top locking mechanism motor) the consumer request reimbursement. Recall#04v601000 *sc *jb”Owner report · Structure · Mar 2005

“Pe 01 031/ wiring harness instrument panel would malfunction intermittently.engine would remain on after turning the ignition switch off. Engine check light would intermittently flash, and a/c would not operate. Dealer and manufacturer have been notified. Feel free to provide any further information.ak”Owner report · Electrical System · Mar 2002

“While traveling at approximately 25 mph air bag light came on. Driver reached over and touch casing of the passenger side air bag. The air bag deployed into his hands, causing injury.”Owner report · Air Bags · Sep 1998

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“While reaching inside vehicle holding a child in hand, and vehicle engine running, consumer pressed horn and the driver's side aire bag deployed without reason. Please provide details. *ak”Owner report · Air Bags · Jun 1998

When filing, owners marked a crash in 0 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.

Recalls - 3 campaigns

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL98V089001 · Nov 1998

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSSENGER VEHICLES. INADVERTENT DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAG CAN OCCUR.

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.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM95V248000 · Dec 1995

THE INSIDE PIPES OF THE HEAT EXCHANGERS MIGHT BE SUBJECT TO CRACKING.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEAT EXCHANGER IN THESE VEHICLES.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE95V247000 · Dec 1995

THE COVER SLEEVES ON THE EXHAUST TAILPIPES HAVE BEEN SECURED WITH ONLY TWO INSTEAD OF FOUR WELDING SPOTS.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TAILPIPES AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THEM WITH TAILPIPES ON WHICH THE COVER SLEEVE HAS BEEN SECURED WITH FOUR WELDING SPOTS.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 1996 Porsche 911 reliable?

NHTSA has 6 owner complaints and 3 recall campaigns on record for the 1996 Porsche 911. The most complained-about area is air bags.

Does the 1996 Porsche 911 have open recalls?

3 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning air bags:frontal. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.