Porsche

911 (992)

2020-2025 · Sports Car ยท 1 engine
Best Engine โœ… Recommended (3.7)
24 NHTSA Complaints
10 Recalls
1 Fire Reports
0 Crash Reports
Includes data from: 911 50 YEAR PORSCHE DESIGN EDITION911 50 YEARS PORSCHE DESIGN EDITION911 CARRERA911 CARRERA 4911 CARRERA 4 CABRIOLET911 CARRERA 4 GTS911 CARRERA 4 GTS CABRIOLET911 CARRERA 4S911 CARRERA 4S CABRIOLET911 CARRERA CABRIOLET911 CARRERA GTS911 CARRERA GTS CABRIOLET911 CARRERA S911 CARRERA S CABRIOLET911 CARRERA T911 DAKAR911 GT3911 GT3 RS911 GT3 TOURING911 GT3 TOURING PACKAGE911 SPORT CLASSIC II911 TARGA 4911 TARGA 4 GTS911 TARGA 4S911 TARGA 4S HERITAGE EDITION911 TURBO911 TURBO CABRIOLET911 TURBO S911 TURBO S CABRIOLET
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Engine Reliability Ratings

MA1.01

3.8L 6-cyl / 400 hp
โœ… Recommended (3.7)
11 complaints 2.8 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

fuel system
7
safety systems
2
suspension
1
engine
1
transmission
1

Known Issues

Fuel System Issues (7 complaints)
Safety Systems Issues (2 complaints)
Suspension Issues (1 complaints)

Same engine used in

Show 4 additional engine variants with limited data
These engines appear in fewer than 10 owner complaints and aren't included in the main ratings above. Low counts can mean a genuinely clean record, but they can also reflect VIN-decode anomalies in NHTSA data. Treat as informational, not as a confident rating.

3.0-V6-Gas

3.0L 6-cyl / 379 hp
โš ๏ธ Caution (2.4)
6 complaints 2.0 per year Gasoline
1 fire report
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Complaint Breakdown

fuel system
2
body
1
other
1
interior
1
engine
1

Known Issues

Fuel System Issues (2 complaints)
Body/Trim Issues (1 complaints)
Interior Issues (1 complaints)

Same engine used in

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9A2 4.0

4.0L 6-cyl / 502 hp
โœ… Recommended (3.9)
4 complaints 2.0 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
2
electrical
2
other
1
fuel system
1
wheels tires
1

Known Issues

Engine Issues (2 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (2 complaints)
Fuel System Issues (1 complaints)

3.4-V6-Gas

3.4L 6-cyl / 350 hp
โœ… Recommended (4.2)
2 complaints 1.0 per year Gasoline
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Porsche 911 Unidentified Engine

โœ… Recommended (4.2)
1 complaint 1.0 per year
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Complaint Breakdown

other
1

Vehicle-Level Issues

These issues affect the Porsche 911 regardless of engine variant.

Fuel System Issues (10 complaints)
fuel_system cosmetic

Recalls (10)

24V123000Feb 19, 2024serious
Seat Belts

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2023 911 Carrera T, 911 Carrera 4 GTS, 911 Carrera GTS, 911 Turbo S, 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera S, 911 Turbo S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4, 911 Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet, 911 Targa 4 GTS, 911 Carrera, 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4S, 911 Targa 4S, 911 Turbo, and 911 Edition 50 Years Porsche Design vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractor (ALR) may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

23V446000Jun 25, 2023serious
Exterior Lighting

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2022-2023 911 GT3 Touring vehicles. A software error in the rear spoiler control unit may allow both the vehicle and spoiler center high-mounted brake lights to activate simultaneously when the rear spoiler is manually deployed at speeds below 56 MPH (90 km/h). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

23V715000Oct 24, 2023serious
Air Bags

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021-2023 911 Turbo S, 2022 911 Turbo, 2022-2023 911 GT3 Touring, 911 GT3, 911 Carrera 4 GTS, 2022-2024 911 Carrera GTS, 2023 911 GT3 RS, 911 Dakar, and 2024 911 Carrera T vehicles equipped with optional full bucket seats. The seat-mounted air bags may deploy unnecessarily during a crash.

23V313000Mar 4, 2023serious
Structure

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020 911 Carrera S, 2021 Taycan Turbo, and 2022 911 Carrera vehicles. Due to a process error in the car body production line, various welds may be missing from the vehicle body.

22V803000Oct 24, 2022serious
Seat Belts

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2022 911 GT3 vehicles. The screw that attaches the lower seat belt anchor to the seat frame may not have been tightened properly.

21V201000Mar 23, 2021serious
Suspension

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster, 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S Coupe, Carrera 4S Coupe, and Carrera S Cabriolet vehicles. The screw connection on the rear axle upper control arm may be loose.

21V697000Aug 8, 2021serious
Service Brakes

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2021 911 Carrera and Taycan vehicles. The pressure input rod connection on the brake booster may be loose and could detach.

20V381000Jan 6, 2020serious
Powertrain

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Coupe vehicles. The front axle differential bracket may not have been tightened correctly. If it comes loose, the differential could potentially cause damage to surrounding components.

19V445000Dec 5, 2019serious
Powertrain

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019 911 GT2 RS and 2020 911 Carrera S Coupe vehicles. The bolts connecting the driveshaft to the wheel hub may not have been properly tightened.

19V878000Nov 11, 2019serious
Exterior Lighting

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020 911 Carrera S Coupe, Cabrio, Coupe, 4 Coupe, 4S Coupe, 4 Cabrio, 4S Cabrio, and S Cabrio vehicles. Due to a software error, the hazard warning lights may not function when activated by an operator. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2020-2025 Porsche 911 problems?

The 2020-2025 Porsche 911 has accumulated 24 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Fuel System, Safety Systems, Interior. As with any used vehicle, an inspection before buying and a vehicle history report are recommended.

Which Porsche 911 engine is most reliable?

The 2020-2025 Porsche 911 was offered with 5 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 2020-2025 Porsche 911 a good used car?

The 2020-2025 Porsche 911 can be a sound used car depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 24 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 2020-2025 Porsche 911 have?

The 2020-2025 Porsche 911 has 24 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 2020-2025 Porsche 911?

There are 10 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2020-2025 Porsche 911 vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN โ€” 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 Fuel System, Safety Systems, Interior, 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.

Does the 911 have NHTSA crash test ratings?

NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2020-2025 Porsche 911. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 24 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: low. Last updated: 2026-05-23.

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