Is the Porsche 928 Reliable?

Q: Is the Porsche 928 reliable?

The Porsche 928 scores 95/100 on the VinCheckEngine reliability index, which rates as "Excellent" for the 1978–1995 model years. Run a free VIN report at vincheckengine.com for vehicle-specific analysis.

Q: What year 928 is most reliable?

Among recently analyzed years, the 1995 Porsche 928 scored highest with a reliability score of 95/100. Fewer recalls and complaints were reported for that model year.

Q: How many miles does a 928 last?

With regular maintenance, most Porsche 928 owners report 150,000–200,000+ miles of reliable service. High-mileage examples frequently appear at auction. Always verify with a VIN history report before purchasing a used 928.

1978–1995 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.

95/100

Excellent

Reliability Score

Total Recalls

Owner Complaints

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

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Porsche 928 Reliability by Year

Model Year	Recalls	Complaints	Injuries	Deaths	Reliability Score	Rating
1995	—	—	—	—	Not enough data
1994	—	—	—	—	Not enough data
1993	0	2	—	—	98	Excellent
1992	—	—	—	—	Not enough data
1991	1	0	—	—	95	Excellent
1990	1	0	—	—	95	Excellent
1989	—	—	—	—	Not enough data
1988	—	—	—	—	Not enough data
1987	2	0	—	—	90	Excellent
1986	1	0	—	—	95	Excellent

Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.

How the 928 Compares to Similar Vehicles

Porsche 92895/100

Sports Category Average67/100

The 928 scores 28 points above the average sports — a strong result.

Known Porsche 928 Reliability Issues

The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Based on 2 owner complaints across recent model years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Porsche 928 reliable?+

The Porsche 928 scores 95/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 5 recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.

What year 928 is most reliable?+

Reliability varies by model year. Check the year-by-year table above for a direct comparison.

How many miles does a 928 last?+

With consistent maintenance, most Porsche 928 owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used 928 will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.

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Check a Specific Porsche 928 VIN

Model-level reliability scores show general trends. A VIN-specific report reveals the exact history of any individual vehicle — accidents, odometer records, auction events, and open recalls.

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