2012 PORSCHE 911
0 recalls, 8 complaints - 264 TSBs
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
8 total complaints
2 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 2 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 2 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
| STEERING | 1 |
ENGINE
Oct 22, 2024
Incident date: Sep 21, 2024
Recently, I had to replace the engine on my 2018 Ford Edge with only 73k miles on it. I spoke to an agent on July 10th with Case #: [XXX]. The total engine replacement cost was $7,700. Ford only covered $3,000, leaving me with the remaining balance of $4,700. I first noticed my check engine lig... Read more
STEERING
Oct 18, 2023
Incident date: Oct 18, 2023
While driving, the front end of the car made a thud sound and vibrated, the lights on the panel came on, the engine light, battery light, key light, and the steering wheel locked up. This happened 3 times in a week. If we had been going faster it could have caused an accident because of car suddenly... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 18, 2023
Incident date: Oct 18, 2023
The engine light came on while I was 250 miles from home and on a Saturday. Was able to contact my dealer's service department who said to drive home and just monitor for any issues and hopefully it will be ok. I brought the vehicle in for diagnostic check following week. Faults were for the diesel... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 8, 2023
Incident date: May 5, 2023
Driver’s side door handle/mechanism/latch failure results in issues with opening and closing door representing a potentially major safety issue. Door could open on its own at highway speeds resulting in mass injury and/or death resultant from driver falling out of uncontrolled vehicle. Multiple ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jul 8, 2023
Incident date: May 5, 2023
Driver’s side door handle/mechanism/latch failure results in issues with opening and closing door representing a potentially major safety issue. Door could open on its own at highway speeds resulting in mass injury and/or death resultant from driver falling out of uncontrolled vehicle. Multiple ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 24, 2020
Incident date: Aug 15, 2020
PORSCHE 991 911 AND 981 CAYMAN/BOXSTER MODELS HAVE AN ISSUE WHERE THE FOAM PADS SECURING THE FUEL TANK DEGRADE OR FALL OUT. THE INITIAL MANIFESTATION IS A SQUEAKING SOUND WHERE THE PLASTIC TANK RUBS AGAINST THE METAL BODY OF THE CAR. WITH PROLONGED MOVEMENT THE FUEL TANK CAN BE DAMAGED AND A FIRE ... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 9, 2015
Incident date: Sep 19, 2015
THE AUTOMOBILE LOST POWER ON THE NEW JERSEY TURNPIKE. AFTER GLIDING TO A HALT, FIRE WAS NOTED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WHICH SUBSEQUENTLY ENGULFED AND DESTROYED THE WHOLE CAR.
Fire
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 9, 2015
Incident date: Sep 19, 2015
THE AUTOMOBILE LOST POWER ON THE NEW JERSEY TURNPIKE. AFTER GLIDING TO A HALT, FIRE WAS NOTED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WHICH SUBSEQUENTLY ENGULFED AND DESTROYED THE WHOLE CAR.
Fire
Technical Service Bulletins, 2012 PORSCHE 911
264 manufacturer communications from 205 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 67 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 44 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 37 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 18 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 10 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 9 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 8 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 6 |
No. 22-13
Apr 23, 2024
220000 SEATS
Technical information on a complaint - seat cover wrinkled
No. 09-24
Apr 10, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Manufacturers certificate - allocation of approved engine oils up until MY2020
No. 20-24
Mar 29, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
Technical information for an assessment of cracks on elastomer bearings on the front and rear axles.
No. 2404
Mar 15, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Special tools and equipment information for the Boxster, Cayman, 911, and Panamera
No. 2404
Mar 15, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
Special tools and equipment information for the Boxster, Cayman, 911, and Panamera
No. 10-05
Mar 1, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Technical information for the PCM2.1 and navigation unit. System connection software release.
PIWIS2401j
Feb 9, 2024
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Information for PIWIS tester update 42.500.020
PIWIS2401j
Feb 9, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Information for PIWIS tester update 42.500.020
No. D8
Feb 2, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Product knowledge for the chassis and VIN numbering systems
PIWIS2401f
Feb 1, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Information for PIWIS tester update 42.500.008
PIWIS2401e
Jan 29, 2024
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Information on PIWIS tester update 42.500.005
PIWIS2401e
Jan 29, 2024
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
Information on PIWIS tester update 42.500.005
PIWIS2401e
Jan 29, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Information on PIWIS tester update 42.500.005
PIWIS2302s
Nov 17, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information for PIWIS tester update 42.300.050 & .052
No. 35-23
Nov 14, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Instructions on manufactures certificate for approved Porsche A40 engine oils
No. 32-23
Nov 14, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Instructions on manufacturers certificate for approved C20 engine oils
No. 33-23
Nov 14, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Instructions on manufactures certificate for approved Porsche C30 engine oils
PIWIS2302r
Nov 10, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information for PIWIS tester update 42.300.040 & .041
PIWIS2302q
Nov 7, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information for PIWIS tester update 42.300.035
PIWIS2302p
Nov 3, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information for PIWIS tester update 42.300.030 - .032
No. D654
Nov 2, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the glass roof - 9J0877069EY and 9J0877069DY
No. 2330
Oct 31, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Instructions on advanced technical information for the permanent diagnostic trouble codes
PIWIS2302h
Oct 5, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Special tools and equipment information on PIWIS tester update 42.250.050
PIWIS2302g
Sep 29, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Information on PIWIS tester update 42.250.045
PIWIS2302f
Sep 25, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Information on PIWIS tester update 42.250.042
PIWIS2302e
Sep 22, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Information PIWIS tester update 42.250.040
PIWIS2302d
Sep 19, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Information on PIWIS tester update 42.250.032
PIWIS2302C
Sep 14, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Information on PIWIS tester update 42.250.030
PIWIS2302b
Sep 12, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Information on PIWIS tester update 42.200.025
PIWIS2302a
Sep 8, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Information on PIWIS tester update 42.200.020 & .022
No. 2314
Sep 6, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Special tools and equipment information for all Porsche models. Diagnostic equipment standards.
No. 18-23
Sep 5, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Manufacturers certificate for an overview of approved Porsche C40 engine oils.
No. 17-23
Sep 5, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Manufacturers certificate for an overview of approved Porsche C30 engine oils.
No. 19-23
Sep 5, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Manufacturers certificate for an overview of approved Porsche A40 engine oils.
PIWIS2301az
Sep 5, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Information on PIWIS tester update 42.200.000 a?? 42.200.012
No. 16-23
Sep 5, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Manufacturers certificate for an overview of approved Porsche C20 engine oils.
No. 2313
Sep 1, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Special tools and equipment information for the Pico Oscilloscope Extended Functionality
No. D5
Aug 29, 2023
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
Parts information for parts withdrawal on the locks made to original key code
No. D5
Aug 29, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Parts information for parts withdrawal on the locks made to original key code
PIWIS2301ay
Aug 28, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Information on PIWIS tester update 42.100.060 & .065
PIWIS2301ay
Aug 28, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Information on PIWIS tester update 42.100.060 & .065
No. D647
Aug 25, 2023
061510 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PUMP
Parts information on parts withdrawal for the oil pump
No. D647
Aug 25, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Parts information on parts withdrawal for the oil pump
No. 14-23
Jul 31, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Manufacturers certificate for allocation of approved engine oils
No. 2114.2
Jul 27, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Instructions on advanced technical information for the engine - will not start for updating PVTS CU software via dealer web portal
PIWIS2301as
Jul 25, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information for PIWIS tester update 42.100.000, .010 & .011
PIWIS2301ar
Jul 14, 2023
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Information for PIWIS tester updates 42.000.050 & .051
PIWIS2301aq
Jul 12, 2023
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Information for PIWIS tester update 42.000.048
PIWIS2301ap
Jul 7, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information for PIWIS tester update 42.000.040
PIWIS2301ao
Jul 4, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information for PIWIS tester update 42.000.035
No. 2314
Jun 30, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Instructions on advanced technical information for the interior door panel warps along the top surface
No. 2314
Jun 30, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Instructions on advanced technical information for the interior door panel warps along the top surface
No. 2311
Jun 22, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Special tools information on an upgrade to the pushers for the VAS5237
No. 02-23-1
Mar 24, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Manufacturers certificate for approved engine C20 engine oils.
No. D4a
Mar 16, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Product knowledge for the Porsche evolution from 1948-2023.
PIWIS2301k
Feb 27, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information for PIWIS tester update 41.750.045 & .046
No. 2303
Feb 14, 2023
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Special tools information for the pneumatic cartridge gun.
No. 05-23
Feb 13, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Overview of approved engine A40 oils for all Porsche models that use A40 oil.
No. 04-23
Feb 13, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Overview of approved engine C40 oils for all Porsche models that use C40 oil.
No. 03-23
Feb 13, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Overview of approved engine C30 oils for all Porsche models that use C30 oil.
No. 2234
Dec 8, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Instructions on advanced technical information for improper odometer and speedometer function
No. 1758.4
Nov 30, 2022
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Special tools information for the logo templates and exchangeable inserts.
PIWIS2202b
Nov 18, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information for PIWIS tester update 41.500.020 & .022
No. 2221
Nov 11, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Special tools information for the 9282 supersedes to the PNA9282NAR.
No. D618.1
Nov 10, 2022
340000 COMMUNICATION
Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the gateway
No. D618.1
Nov 10, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the gateway
PIWIS2201au
Sep 30, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information for PIWIS tester update 41.400.000 & .010.
PIWIS2201at
Sep 26, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information for PIWIS tester update #41.375.050
PIWIS2201as
Sep 22, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information for PIWIS tester update #41.375.045.
No. D615
Sep 19, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the fuel filler flap
No. D615
Sep 19, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the fuel filler flap
PIWIS2201ar
Sep 16, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information for PIWIS tester update #41.375.040
No. 1804.1
Aug 30, 2022
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Instructions on advanced technical information for the lubricant for the sunroof/sliding roof.
PIWIS2201an
Aug 26, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information for PIWIS tester update #41.300.000, .010 & .012
No. 2002.1
Aug 19, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Special tools information for new blitz table replacement castors.
No. 148-21
Aug 15, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Technical information for AMC0 - reprograming DME and transmission control unit
No. 33-22
Jul 30, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Overview of approved engine C20 engine oils for all Porsche models using this oil.
No. 31-22
Jul 30, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Overview of approved engine C40 engine oils for all Porsche models using this oil.
No. 36-22
Jul 30, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Instructions on the manufacturers certificate for approve Porsche A40 engine oils.
No. 35-22
Jul 30, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Overview of approved engine C30 oils for Porsche models using C30 oils.
No. 2214
Jul 27, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Special tools and equipment for the VAG 1561 storage kit in foam with blades
No. 22100
Jul 7, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Special tools information for VAS 5161A tool kit for valve cotter R&I and cylinder head repair
No. 22100
Jul 7, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Special tools information for VAS 5161A tool kit for valve cotter R&I and cylinder head repair
No. 148-21
Jun 9, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Technical information for AMC0 - reprograming the DME and transmission control unit.
No. 1801.4
Mar 30, 2022
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Advanced technical information for a brake squeal.
No. 89-11
Mar 24, 2022
020000 SUSPENSION
Technical information - adjust values for suspension alignment: using current values and observing specifcations.
No. D599
Mar 14, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the valve spring. Part numbers affected are PAB109623 and 958109623.
No. 23-21
Mar 7, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Installation and conversion instructions for the 911. PCM3.1 - Navigation Update.
No. 23-21
Mar 7, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Installation and conversion instructions for the 911. PCM3.1 - Navigation Update.
No. 06-22
Feb 24, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Instructions on the manufacturers certificate for allocation of approved engine oils up until MY2020. (starting back at MY1984). An overview of the approved engine oils.
No. 148-21
Feb 11, 2022
103110 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Technical information for recall campaign AMC0. re-programing DME and transmission control unit.
No. 148-21
Feb 11, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Technical information for recall campaign AMC0. re-programing DME and transmission control unit.
No. 148-21
Dec 13, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Recall repair information for recall campaign AMC0 - reprograming DME and transmission control unit.
No. 148-21
Dec 13, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Recall repair information for recall campaign AMC0 - reprograming DME and transmission control unit.
No. 2116
Oct 26, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Special tools information for a new contact surface cleaning set.
No. 148-21
Oct 25, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Recall repair information for recall campaign AMC0 - re-programing DME and transmission control unit.
No. 38-14
Sep 28, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Installation and conversion instructions for retrofitting a bicycle rack on a variety of vehicles.
No. 61-21
Aug 31, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
List of approved engine oils for all Porsche models using C40 oil.
No. 59-21
Aug 31, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
List of approved C20 engine oils for all Porsche models using C20 oil.
No. 60-21
Aug 31, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
List of approved engine C30 engine oils for all Porsche vehicles using C30 oil.
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, PORSCHE 911
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE13009
Opened: Apr 26, 2013 , Closed: Mar 10, 2014
Rapid coolant loss
On April 26, 2013, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE13-009 to investigate 10 complaints alleging incidents of sudden coolant loss while traveling on public roadways in certain model year (MY) 2001 through 2007 Porsche 911 vehicles.The complaints alleged that pipe ends joined by epo... Read more
PE01031
Opened: Aug 30, 2001 , Closed: Jan 31, 2002
WIRING HARNESS
RQ98017
Opened: Oct 6, 1998 , Closed: Feb 16, 1999
INADVERTENT DRIVER'S SID AIR BAG
THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG REPORTEDLY CAN DEPLOY INADVERTENTLY WHILE BEING DRIVEN.
EA96002
Opened: Mar 29, 1996 , Closed: Apr 30, 1996
ALLEGED WHEEL FAILURE
ALLEGED WHEEL FAILURES WHEN RUNNING OVER NORMAL ROAD HAZARD.
DP95006
Opened: Oct 6, 1995 , Closed: Mar 19, 1996
ALLEGED DEFECTIVE WHEELS
ALLEGED DEFECTIVE WHEELS
DP78036
Opened: May 11, 1978 , Closed: Sep 5, 1978
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES RE: 7805110002,
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES RE: 7805110002, 7805080002
PORSCHE 911 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the PORSCHE 911 across all model years (1966, 2025).
84
Total Recalls
180
Total Complaints
6
Investigations
7
Reported Crashes
9
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
PORSCHE 911 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2024 | 3 | 8 | View |
| 2023 | 5 | 5 | View |
| 2022 | 4 | 11 | View |
| 2021 | 6 | 5 | View |
| 2020 | 2 | 5 | View |
| 2019 | 1 | 2 | View |
| 2018 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 2017 | 3 | 3 | View |
| 2016 | 2 | 2 | View |
| 2015 | 1 | 13 | View |
| 2014 | 1 | 5 | View |
| 2013 | 0 | 7 | View |
| 2012 (current) | 0 | 8 | |
| 2005 | 0 | 4 | View |
| 2004 | 0 | 10 | View |
| 2003 | 0 | 12 | View |
| 2002 | 0 | 10 | View |
| 2001 | 0 | 8 | View |
| 2000 | 1 | 7 | View |
| 1999 | 1 | 12 | View |
| 1998 | 1 | 4 | View |
| 1997 | 1 | 3 | View |
| 1996 | 3 | 9 | View |
| 1995 | 0 | 15 | View |
| 1994 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1993 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1992 | 4 | 2 | View |
| 1991 | 4 | 1 | View |
| 1990 | 4 | 2 | View |
| 1989 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 1988 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1987 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 1984 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 1983 | 1 | 2 | View |
| 1979 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1978 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1977 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1976 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1975 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1974 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1973 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1972 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1970 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1969 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1967 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1966 | 1 | 0 | View |