1997 Porsche 911 Carrera
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 2 |
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2002 | 4 |
| 2003 | 3 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 3 |
| 2006 | 0 |
| 2007 | 0 |
| 2008 | 0 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 0 |
| 2013 | 3 |
| 2014 | 3 |
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: structure.
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THIS IS A C4S COUPE. THE INTERIOR RIGHT DOOR PANEL HAS DETACHED FROM THE DOOR SKIN. HEARING A LOT OF RATTLING FROM DASHBOARD. SUN ROOF GETS STUCK AND IT GRINDING THE PAINT OFF THE TOP. NO ACCIDENT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140204
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1997 Porsche 911 Carrera — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1997 Porsche 911 Carrera reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Porsche 911 Carrera?
The most-reported component is structure:body, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1997 Porsche 911 Carrera have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.