Exterior Lighting Problems of Porsche 911

Porsche 911 owners have reported 10 exterior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common exterior lighting problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's exterior lighting (6 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's headlights (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Exterior Lighting related problems of Porsche 911


Recently reported Exterior Lighting problems of Porsche 911

The Exterior Lighting problem

Rear taillights can fall off the vehicle. This component is available for inspection and causes issues when other motorists are unable to see turn signals, brake lights, fog lights, and reverse lights. Mine fell off while driving on the highway and then through the city.   Read details...

The Headlights problem

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   Read details...

The Turn Signal Flasher Unit problem

Turn signal light failed. Yh   Read details...

The Brake Light problem

Failed distributor rotor, brake light; oile leak; defective cylinder gaskets and windshield.   Read details...




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