Porsche 911 Recalls — All NHTSA Recall Campaigns

Q: How many recalls does the Porsche 911 have?

The Porsche 911 has 7 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA, spanning model years 1983 through 2025. Individual vehicles may be subject to fewer recalls depending on their specific model year and production date.

Q: Is my 911 under recall?

Whether your specific 911 is subject to a recall depends on your vehicle's exact VIN, not just the model year. A recall may apply to a specific production date range or certain build configurations. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov/recalls to see which, if any, open recalls apply to your exact vehicle.

Q: What is the most recalled 911 year?

Based on NHTSA recall data, the 2023 Porsche 911 has the most recall campaigns associated with it, with 5 campaigns. However, this reflects recall campaigns for that model year — not necessarily the number of defects in vehicles built that year.

7 recall campaigns on record across 3 model years of the Porsche 911. Data sourced directly from NHTSA and updated daily.

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Recall Campaigns

222

Owner Complaints

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

3 affected model years7 crash-involved complaintsMost recalled year: 2023

Affected Model Years

20251R 20235R · 2C 19831R

R = recalls · C = complaints. Click a year to see the full problems report.

Recall Breakdown by Component Category

Seat/Restraints2 campaigns (29%)

Other2 campaigns (29%)

Visibility/Lighting2 campaigns (29%)

Suspension/Wheels1 campaign (14%)

Most Common Owner Complaint Areas — Porsche 911

ENGINE

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

POWER TRAIN

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

TIRES

AIR BAGS

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Based on 222 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years. 4 injuries reported.

All Porsche 911 Recall Campaigns

#83V1110001983 Porsche 911Seat/Restraints

Issued: Invalid Date

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR

THE REAR SEAT BELTS DO NOT INCLUDE EMERGENCY-LOCKING OR AUTOMATIC-LOCKING RETRACTORS. THE BELTS DO NOT COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION".

Remedy: RECALLED VEHICLES WILL HAVE THE RIGHT REAR SEAT BELT AND A PORTION TO THE LEFT BELT REPLACED WITH RETRACTABLE BELTS.

#22V8970002023 Porsche 911Other

Issued: Jun 12, 2022

STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2022-2023 911 vehicles. In the event of a crash with passenger air bag deployment, the dashboard console may break, causing the air bag to deploy improperly.

Risk: An improper air bag deployment increases the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the dashboard, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 14, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this …

#24V1550002023 Porsche 911Visibility/Lighting

Issued: Invalid Date

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2024 911 vehicles. The front windshield and rear window may not be properly secured and can detach.

Risk: During air bag deployment, an unsecured windshield may not support the front air bags as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield and rear window as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 30, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service a…

#24V8090002023 Porsche 911Suspension/Wheels

Issued: Invalid Date

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2025 Panamera, 2024 718 Cayman GT4 RS, 718 Spyder RS, and 2021-2024 911 vehicles. The center lock wheel bolt may fracture and cause the wheel to detach.

Risk: Wheel detachment can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Owners should not drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. Dealers will check the center lock wheel fastening system and replace any incorrectly manufactured parts, as necessary, free of c…

#25V0780002023 Porsche 911Seat/Restraints

Issued: Dec 2, 2025

SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2023 911 vehicles. The bolts for the rear seat belt buckles may not be tightened properly.

Risk: A loose seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the rear seat belt buckle bolt, and reposition the aluminum butyl soundproofing mat as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2025…

#25V8960002023 Porsche 911Other

Issued: Invalid Date

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019-2025 Cayenne, Cayenne E-Hybrid, 2020-2025 911, Taycan, 2024-2025 Panamera, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply…

Risk: A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the driver assistance software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's n…

#25V0790002025 Porsche 911Visibility/Lighting

Issued: Dec 2, 2025

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2025 911 vehicles. A software error in the front-end electronics control module may result in the low beam headlights creating a glare for oncoming traffic. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor…

Risk: Excessive glare can decrease the visibility to oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the front-end electronics control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2025. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-…

Recalls by Component

Porsche 911 Recall — Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the Porsche 911 have?

The Porsche 911 has 7 recall campaigns in the NHTSA database, spanning model years 1983 through 2025.

Is my 911 under recall?

Recall applicability depends on your specific VIN — not just the model year. Some recalls cover only certain production date ranges or trim levels. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov for an exact answer.

What is the most recalled 911 year?

Based on NHTSA data, the 2023 Porsche 911 has the highest recall campaign count (5 campaigns). However, the total count of campaigns is not the same as the number of defects — some campaigns are issued as expansions of earlier recalls.

Does a 911 recall mean my car is unsafe to drive?

Not necessarily. Recalls range from critical safety hazards — where NHTSA advises against driving — to minor inconveniences like a label error. Check the consequence field of each recall to understand the severity. If your specific VIN is subject to an open recall, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Who pays for recall repairs on a 911?

The manufacturer is legally required to pay for all recall repairs under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer, regardless of whether you are the original owner or whether the vehicle is out of warranty.

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Model-level recall data tells you what campaigns exist. A VIN-specific check tells you exactly which ones apply to your vehicle — based on production date, serial number, and configuration.

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