4
recalls
The Porsche Carrera has 4 recalls covering 26,852 vehicles as reported; model year 1992 is covered by the most (2).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
4
Most for 1992: 2
Units affected
27K
As reported
Overall stars
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Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Porsche Carrera by component
- Air bags1 · 1,968 units
- Electrical system1 · 11K units
- Fuel system, gasoline1 · 1,000 units
- Steering1 · 13K units
Porsche Carrera recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 27, 1998 | Porsche 911, Carrera (1996): Air bagsNo. 98V089001 | Crash risk | 1,968 |
| Aug 8, 1996 | Porsche 911, Carrera (1989-1993): SteeringNo. 96V147000 | Crash risk | 12,538 |
| Dec 7, 1993 | Porsche 911, Carrera (1989-1992): Electrical systemNo. 93V204000 | Fire | 11,346 |
| Oct 2, 1973 | Porsche 911, Carrera (1974): Fuel system, gasolineNo. 73V197000 | Other or not stated | 1,000 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1996 Porsche Carrera recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 1996 Porsche Carrera. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Porsche Carrera have?
4 recalls cover the Porsche Carrera, for 26,852 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is air bags (1 recalls).
What do owners complain about most on the Porsche Carrera?
Engine and engine cooling: named in 5 of the 19 safety complaints about the Porsche Carrera, then air bags (4). One complaint can name several components.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.