2016 PORSCHE 911
2 recalls, 2 complaints - 307 TSBs
19V533000 Jul 17, 2019
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
Defect Description
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016-2017 911 and Boxster, 2016 Cayman and Panamera vehicles. The air bag Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have a defective power supply capacitor that can result in air bag deactivation or inadvertent deployment of the air bags.
Consequence
Deactivated air bags increase the risk of injury. Inadvertent deployment of the air bags increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will install new software and replace the air bag ECU as necessary, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 13, 2019. Owners received a second notice and the recall began February 12, 2020. Owners may conta... Read more
17V134000 Mar 2, 2017
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016 911 GT3 RS and 911 R vehicles and 2017 911 Carrera, 911 Carrera Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4, 911 Carrera 4S, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera S, 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, 911 Targa 4, 911 Targa 4S, 911 Turbo S, 911 Turbo S Cabriol... Read more
Consequence
If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the passenger frontal air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bags, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2017. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AH03.
Complaint Statistics
2 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 1 |
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Dec 14, 2021
Incident date: Jan 1, 2020
The front windshield and rear window glass seals have failed. Black tar like material flows and spears the windows. Especially bad when driving during summer months. Vehicle only has 6200 miles. Is out of warrenty. Dealer says repair costs at my expense. Contacted Porsche North America Customer Assi... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Mar 23, 2020
Incident date: Feb 23, 2020
WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AFTER HEAVY BRAKING, THE PASSENGER HEADLIGHT DISLODGED FROM THE CAR, DANGLED FOR A SECOND ON THE HOOD FROM THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS, THEN FLEW OFF THE CAR COMPLETELY
Technical Service Bulletins, 2016 PORSCHE 911
307 manufacturer communications from 237 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 74 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 47 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 45 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 19 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 18 |
| 190000 TIRES | 8 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 8 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 8 |
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
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
No. 2331.1
Dec 1, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Instructions on advanced technical information for the VTS remote services fail due to false 3G
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. 180-21
Oct 31, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Technical information on WMM7 - replacing VTS control unit
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. 14-21
Apr 7, 2023
200000 WHEELS
Installation and conversion instructions for the wheel system
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. 2219.1
Sep 12, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Instructions on advanced technical information for various vehicles with 3GVTS - engine start inhibited and fault code present.
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. 90-20
Aug 24, 2022
200000 WHEELS
Technical information on WLD1 - supplying wheel spacer on the 911 GT2 RS and 911 GT3 RS.
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. 2219
Jul 6, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Instructions on advanced technical information for vehicles with 3G VTS - engine start inhibited and fault code present.
No. 2219
Jul 6, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Instructions on advanced technical information for vehicles with 3G VTS - engine start inhibited and fault code present.
No. 148-21
Jun 9, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Technical information for AMC0 - reprograming the DME and transmission control unit.
No. 2207.1
Mar 30, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Advanced technical information for WMM7.
No. 2207.1
Mar 30, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Advanced technical information for WMM7.
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. 180-21-2
Mar 16, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Information on WMM7 - replacing VTS control unit.
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. 180-21-1
Mar 3, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Technical information for WMM7 - replacing VTS control unit.
No. 180-21-1
Mar 3, 2022
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
Technical information for WMM7 - replacing VTS control unit.
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.
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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 (current) | 2 | 2 | |
| 2015 | 1 | 13 | View |
| 2014 | 1 | 5 | View |
| 2013 | 0 | 7 | View |
| 2012 | 0 | 8 | View |
| 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 |