Porsche 911 Carrera owners have reported 13 engine and engine cooling related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 8 most common engine and engine cooling problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's car stall (3 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's engine failure (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
The contact owned a 2014 Porsche 911 Carrera. While driving 15 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact exited the vehicle and noticed that the engine was on fire. The fire department was able to extinguish the fire, but not until the vehicle was totally destroyed. Read details...
Catastrophic engine failure of 2004 Porsche 911 4s w/o warning. Well documented early version of model 996 intermediate shaft failure requiring complete engine replacement. Known product defect subsequently corrected in later versions. No notification by manufacturer or distributor to consumers. Read details...
The contact owns a 2002 Porsche 911 Carrera. The contact stated while driving at 25 mph, there was a loud, abnormal bang. The contact exited the vehicle and found a large oil spill from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. Read details...
I am the original owner of a 2001 Porsche 911 Carrera coupe with 24,800 miles. After taking my car for a routine oil change last week, the mechanic informed me about a ims bearing defect. They found evidence in the oil and have seen other cars with this issue. Read details...
The contact owns a 2004 Porsche 911 Carrera. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was shifted into neutral and failed to restart after multiple attempts. Read details...