NHTSA vehicle safety data
2021 Porsche 911 Recalls & Complaints
The 2021 Porsche 911 has 6 NHTSA recall campaigns and 5 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Porsche dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2021 Porsche 911. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2021 Porsche 911 owner complaints
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Porsche 911, describing incidents dated April 25, 2021 to September 24, 2025.
Most-cited components
- Fuel/Propulsion System 3 complaints
- Equipment Adaptive/Mobility 1 complaint
- Seats 1 complaint
Of the 5 complaints on file, 1 reports a fire (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Newest complaints
ODI #11721529 · Filed
The fuel injection problem on cylinder 2 and 4 had injector electrical faults for the last two years resulting in reduced power warning. I finally took my car to the dealer for an analysis. After their analysis here is their statement on the service invoice: "Client state check engine light comes on…
ODI #11696167 · Filed
I started my car and about one minute later I heard an explosion from the rear of the vehicle and saw it engulfed in flames.
ODI #11693498 · Filed
Two separate instances of fuel line failure and fuel leak in the engine compartment. The first in March 2024 and the second in September 2025. The situations both resulted in fuel leaking on top of the hot engine components. Repair requires removal of the engine and transmission. In 2024 repair time…
Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111
NHTSA #25V896000 · Back Over Prevention — Sensing System — Camera · NHTSA notice
Reported December 19, 2025 · Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Potentially affected: 172,107 vehicles
Repair completion: 63.97% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Porsche campaign ASB2 · Owners notified February 13, 2026
Defect description
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019-2025 Cayenne, Cayenne E-Hybrid, 2020-2025 911, Taycan, 2024-2025 Panamera, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Safety consequence
A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will update the driver assistance software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASB2. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 19, 2026.
Center Lock May Break Causing Wheel Detachment
NHTSA #24V809000 · Wheels — Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs · NHTSA notice
Reported October 28, 2024 · Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Potentially affected: 2,251 vehicles
Repair completion: 91.74% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Porsche campaign ARC4 · Owners notified January 24, 2025
Defect description
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2025 Panamera, 2024 718 Cayman GT4 RS, 718 Spyder RS, and 2021-2024 911 vehicles. The center lock wheel bolt may fracture and cause the wheel to detach.
Safety consequence
Wheel detachment can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Owners should not drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. Dealers will check the center lock wheel fastening system and replace any incorrectly manufactured parts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 24, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ARC4.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Improperly Secured Windows May Detach
NHTSA #24V155000 · Visibility — Glass, Side/Rear · NHTSA notice
Reported February 28, 2024 · Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Potentially affected: 8,101 vehicles
Repair completion: 94.03% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Porsche campaign ARA3 · Owners notified August 30, 2024
Defect description
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2024 911 vehicles. The front windshield and rear window may not be properly secured and can detach.
Safety consequence
During air bag deployment, an unsecured windshield may not support the front air bags as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield and rear window as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 30, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ARA3.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Seat Belt Locking Retractor Malfunction/FMVSS 208
NHTSA #21V608000 · Seat Belts — Rear/Other — Retractor · NHTSA notice
Reported August 4, 2021 · Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Potentially affected: 4,924 vehicles
Repair completion: 97.64% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Porsche campaign AMB6 · Owners notified October 1, 2021
Defect description
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 911 Carrera Coupe, 911 Carrera S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4 Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Coupe, 911 Turbo Coupe, 911 Turbo S Coupe, Panamera, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, Panamera 4S, Panamera GTS, Panamera Turbo S, Taycan, Taycan 4S, Taycan Turbo, and Taycan Turbo S vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors 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."
Safety consequence
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB6.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Incorrect Passenger Seat May Affect Air Bag
NHTSA #21V467000 · Air Bags — Sensor — Occupant Classification — Front Passenger · NHTSA notice
Reported June 23, 2021 · Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Potentially affected: 149 vehicles
Repair completion: 99.33% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Porsche campaign AMB3 · Owners notified November 16, 2021
Defect description
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 911 Turbo Coupe, 911 Turbo S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Targa, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 911 Turbo S Cabriolet, and 911 Turbo Cabriolet vehicles. Incorrect passenger seat was installed and may cause a Occupant Classification System (OCS) malfunction.
Safety consequence
An OCS malfunction may affect the front passenger air bag, increasing the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will install the correct seat, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB3.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Suspension Components Not Tightened Properly
NHTSA #21V157000 · Suspension · NHTSA notice
Reported March 10, 2021 · Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Potentially affected: 396 vehicles
Repair completion: 98.23% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Porsche campaign AMA3 · Owners notified May 7, 2021
Defect description
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Porsche Taycan Turbo, Taycan Turbo S, Taycan, Taycan 4S, 911 Turbo S Coupe, Cayman, Cayman T, Cayman S, Cayman GT4, 911 Carrera Coupe, 911 Carrera S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Targa, 911 Carrera Cabriolet, 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4S Targa Heritage Design Edition, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 911 Turbo Coupe, 911 Turbo Cabriolet, 911 Turbo S Cabriolet, 718 Spyder, and Boxster vehicles. Certain suspension components may not have been tightened correctly and can loosen.
Safety consequence
Loose suspension components may detach, causing a sudden loss of vehicle stability and control, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the affected suspension nuts and bolts. Dealers will also inspect surrounding components for damage, and replace any damaged parts as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA3.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Other Porsche 911 model years
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