Porsche 944 Recalls — All NHTSA Recall Campaigns

Q: How many recalls does the Porsche 944 have?

The Porsche 944 has 8 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA, spanning model years 1983 through 1991. Individual vehicles may be subject to fewer recalls depending on their specific model year and production date.

Q: Is my 944 under recall?

Whether your specific 944 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 944 year?

Based on NHTSA recall data, the 1983 Porsche 944 has the most recall campaigns associated with it, with 2 campaigns. However, this reflects recall campaigns for that model year — not necessarily the number of defects in vehicles built that year.

8 recall campaigns on record across 6 model years of the Porsche 944. Data sourced directly from NHTSA and updated daily.

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Recall Campaigns

Owner Complaints

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

6 affected model yearsMost recalled year: 1983

Affected Model Years

19911R 19881R · 2C 19861R · 2C 19852R 19841R 19832R

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

Recall Breakdown by Component Category

Engine3 campaigns (38%)

Suspension/Wheels2 campaigns (25%)

Seat/Restraints1 campaign (13%)

Visibility/Lighting1 campaign (13%)

Other1 campaign (13%)

Most Common Owner Complaint Areas — Porsche 944

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

AIR BAGS

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM

Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.

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#83V1110001983 Porsche 944Seat/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.

#85V0950001983 Porsche 944Suspension/Wheels

Issued: Invalid Date

SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY

REAR SPRING PLATES MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TEMPERED AND ARE NOT OF THE PROPER HARDNESS VALUE. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: THE PLATES COULD CRACK AND/OR BREAK, AFFECT LATERAL …

Remedy: TEST TO IDENTIFY SPRING PLATES WHICH ARE IMPROPERLY HARDENED AND REPLACE AS NECESSARY.

#94V0880001991 Porsche 944Visibility/Lighting

Issued: Jun 5, 1994

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR

THE PLASTIC COWL COVER WAS NOT SEALED TO THE BODY AT THE BASE OF THE WINDSHIELD. WATER CAN LEAK AND REACH THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR, CAUSING INTERNAL CORROSION AND FAILURE OF THE WIPER MOTOR.

Risk: FAILURE OF THE WIPER MOTOR RESULTS IN REDUCED DRIVER VISIBILITY IN INCLEMENT WEATHER AND COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW WIPER MOTOR COVER.

#90V0610001985 Porsche 944Engine

Issued: Feb 4, 1990

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL

THE HOSE MATERIAL USED IN THE SHORT SECTION OF THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL LINE HOSE, BETWEEN THE FUEL RAIL AND FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR, IS SUBJECT TO HARDENING, AND COULD CAUSE FUEL LEAKS BETWEEN THE HOSE AND THE METAL PIPE FITTINGS.

Risk: FUEL LEAKS COULD IGNITE ON THE HOT EXHAUST SYSTEM, OR ANY OTHER SOURCE OF IGNITION, RESULTING IN AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.

Remedy: REPLACE FUEL LINE HOSE WITH HOSES MADE OF IMPROVED MATERIAL.

#89V1330001988 Porsche 944Suspension/Wheels

Issued: Oct 8, 1989

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

THE ALLOY A-ARMS MAY HAVE A MANUFACTURING CASTING DEFECT AND COULD CRACK AND BREAK AFTER MILEAGE ACCUMULATION.

Risk: A-ARM BREAKAGE COULD CAUSE LOSS OF CONTROL WHICH COULDRESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.

Remedy: REPLACE SUSPECT A-ARMS.

#86V0770001986 Porsche 944Engine

Issued: Dec 6, 1986

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

THE PROTECTIVE SLEEVE COVERING OF THE RETURN FUEL HOSE BETWEEN THE PRESSURE REGULATOR AND FUEL RETURN PIPE WAS SHORTENED LEAVING PART OF THE HOSE EXPOSED. IN SOME INSTANCES THIS PART OF THE HOSE BECOMES KINKED DUE TO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT HEAT AND/OR THE ROUTING OF THE HOSE. …

Remedy: NEW HOSE WILL BE INSTALLED WITH A LONGER PREFORMED SLEEVE DESIGNED TO PREVENT KINKING. THE REPLACEMENT HOSE WILL BE SECURED WITH SCREW TIGHTENED CLAMPS ON EACH END.

#85V0390001985 Porsche 944Engine

Issued: Sep 4, 1985

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

FUEL HOSE MAY BE DAMAGED DUE TO TOO MUCH PRESSURE IN CRIMPING THE HOSE END FITTING. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: A FUEL LEAK COULD DEVELOP WHICH COULD CAUSE A LOSS IN …

Remedy: HOSES WILL BE MODIFIED BY CUTTING OFF THE CRIMPED END FITTING AND REPLACING IT WITH A NIPPLE FITTING SECURED WITH A SCREW TIGHTENED CLAMP.

#85V0230001984 Porsche 944Other

Issued: Jan 3, 1985

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:LINKAGES

METAL BUSHINGS FOR THE CRUISE CONTROL LINKAGE ARE SUBJECT TO CORROSION DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS. ALSO, THERE IS NOT ENOUGH CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE BUSHINGS AND THE SHAFT; AND THE LINKAGE POINTS WERE NOT LUBRICATED. THUS, CRUISE CONTROL LINKAGE CAN BIND, CAUSING THE ACCELERATOR …

Remedy: REPLACE THE METAL BUSHINGS WITH THE PLASTIC VERSION.

Recalls by Component

3Engine Recalls

#90V061000MY 1985

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL

THE HOSE MATERIAL USED IN THE SHORT SECTION OF THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL LINE HOSE, BETWEEN THE FUEL RAIL AND FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR, IS SUBJECT TO HARDENING, AND COULD CAUSE FUEL LE…

#86V077000MY 1986

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

THE PROTECTIVE SLEEVE COVERING OF THE RETURN FUEL HOSE BETWEEN THE PRESSURE REGULATOR AND FUEL RETURN PIPE WAS SHORTENED LEAVING PART OF THE HOSE EXPOSED. IN SOME INSTANCES T…

#85V039000MY 1985

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

FUEL HOSE MAY BE DAMAGED DUE TO TOO MUCH PRESSURE IN CRIMPING THE HOSE END FITTING. …

Porsche 944 Recall — Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the Porsche 944 have?

The Porsche 944 has 8 recall campaigns in the NHTSA database, spanning model years 1983 through 1991.

Is my 944 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 944 year?

Based on NHTSA data, the 1983 Porsche 944 has the highest recall campaign count (2 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 944 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 944?

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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