MYRModel Year Report

2002 Porsche 911 Carrera

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2002 Porsche 911 Carrera
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:51:02.280Z

Only 4 complaints 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
4

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2002

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1997: 1 complaint 1997 1999: 13 complaints 2000: 2 complaints 2001: 1 complaint 2002: 4 complaints 2002 4 2003: 3 complaints 2004: 7 complaints 2005: 3 complaints 2006: 0 complaints 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2009: 0 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 0 complaints 2012: 0 complaints 2013: 3 complaints 2013 2014: 3 complaints 2017: 1 complaint 2020: 1 complaint 2020 2021: 0 complaints 2022: 0 complaints 2023: 0 complaints 2023
1997: 1 complaint 1997 1999: 13 complaints 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 1 complaint 2002: 4 complaints 2002 4 2003: 3 complaints 2004: 7 complaints 2004 2005: 3 complaints 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 0 complaints 2008: 0 complaints 2008 2009: 0 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 0 complaints 2012: 0 complaints 2012 2013: 3 complaints 2014: 3 complaints 2014 2017: 1 complaint 2020: 1 complaint 2020 2021: 0 complaints 2022: 0 complaints 2022 2023: 0 complaints
1997: 1 complaint 1997 1999: 13 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 1 complaint 2001 2002: 4 complaints 2002 4 2003: 3 complaints 2003 2004: 7 complaints 2004 2005: 3 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2008 2009: 0 complaints 2009 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 0 complaints 2011 2012: 0 complaints 2012 2013: 3 complaints 2013 2014: 3 complaints 2014 2017: 1 complaint 2017 2020: 1 complaint 2020 2021: 0 complaints 2021 2022: 0 complaints 2022 2023: 0 complaints 2023

2002: 4 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19971
199913
20002
20011
20024
20033
20047
20053
20060
20070
20080
20090
20100
20110
20120
20133
20143
20171
20201
20210
20220
20230

Known problem areas

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Steering

1 of 4 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing hydraulic power assist system.

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2002 Porsche 996 with power steering valve failure. Consumer states that the power steering reservoir valve made a high pitched noise. He stated that this failure could cause a fire since the valve is located right over the exhaust and or the turbo.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-10-18

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.

Electrical system

1 of 4 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Put the key in the ignition, turned it to start the vehicle, and the battery completely exploded. Acid vapors filled the garage and burned eyes and caused coughing and burning throat sensation.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-03-29

Air bags

1 of 4 total reports mentions: air bags.

Show complaint excerpts

Erroneous airbag failure error code detected. Airbag failure light on dash and airbag failure text also appears on dash. Porsche dealer reports that there is a technical service bulletin issued by Porsche cars of north america to fix this problem.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-04-09

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2013-04-22Seat belts13V064000 US Specs is recalling one 2002 Porsche Carrera 911. This vehicle fails to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection." After performing conformity-related…

    Remedy: US Specs will notify the owner and replace all of the passenger seat belts, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact US Specs at 1-443-502-2331.

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    2013-04-22Equipment, visibility13V063000 US Specs is recalling one 2002 Porsche Carrera, one 1997 BMW 750IL, and two 1986 BMW 635 CSI vehicles for failing to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 111, "Rearview Mirrors."…

    Remedy: US Specs will notify owners and correct the statement on the passenger mirror of the affected vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact US Specs at…

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    2020-12-22Suspension20E091000 Ohlins USA, Inc (Ohlins) is recalling certain Front Struts, part number POS 5N20.

    Remedy: Ohlins will notify owners, and dealers will request the return of all unsold kits containing the subject part from dealer/distributor inventory for a full refund.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2002 Porsche 911 Carrera — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 13V064000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 13V063000 · Equipment, visibility
  • Recall 20E091000 · Suspension
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 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 2002 Porsche 911 Carrera?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 Porsche 911 Carrera have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.