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These issues affect the Porsche 911 regardless of engine variant.
Engine Issues (71 complaints)
enginecritical
Electrical System Issues (70 complaints)
electricalcritical
Exterior Issues (34 complaints)
exteriorcritical
Body/Trim Issues (31 complaints)
bodycritical
Transmission Issues (23 complaints)
transmissioncosmetic
Recalls (1)
14V698000Apr 10, 2014serious
Latches/Locks/Linkages
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Porsche 911, Boxster, and Cayman vehicles manufactured May 7, 2014, to September 23, 2014. The front hood upper lock components were not manufactured to specification and may fail to securely latch the vehicle's hood during operation.
What are the most common 2012-2019 Porsche 911 problems?
The 2012-2019 Porsche 911 has accumulated 405 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Engine, Electrical System, Exterior. As with any used vehicle, a pre-purchase inspection and vehicle history report are recommended.
Which Porsche 911 engine is most reliable?
The 2012-2019 Porsche 911 was offered with 2 engine options. Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 3.8L 6-cyl has the lowest complaint density and is considered the most reliable choice for buyers.
Is the 2012-2019 Porsche 911 a good used car?
The 2012-2019 Porsche 911 can be a solid used car purchase depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 405 total NHTSA complaints on record, prospective buyers should review the known problem areas and check for open recalls before buying.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2012-2019 Porsche 911 have?
The 2012-2019 Porsche 911 has 405 complaints filed with NHTSA as of our latest data pull. Complaint counts reflect owner-reported issues and do not necessarily indicate defects or safety risks on their own.
What recalls affect the 2012-2019 Porsche 911?
There is 1 NHTSA recall affecting some 2012-2019 Porsche 911 vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN — check the NHTSA recall database at recalls.nhtsa.dot.gov with your specific VIN to confirm which campaigns apply.
What should I check before buying a used Porsche 911?
Before buying a used Porsche 911, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Engine, Electrical System, Exterior, which are the most commonly reported problem areas. Request maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle, and run a vehicle history report to check for prior accidents or title issues.
What are the NHTSA crash test ratings for the 911?
The 2019 Porsche 911 received an overall N/A-star safety rating from NHTSA. Frontal crash: N/A stars. Side crash: N/A stars. Rollover: N/A stars. Electronic Stability Control: Standard. Forward Collision Warning: No. Lane Departure Warning: No. These ratings are based on standardized crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Data from NHTSA federal complaints database.
405 complaints analyzed.
Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-04-07.