MYRModel Year Report

2003 Porsche 911 Carrera

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2003 Porsche 911 Carrera
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:23:40.548Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Porsche 911 Carrera Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 1997: 1 complaints 1997 1999: 13 complaints 2000: 2 complaints 2001: 1 complaints 2001 2002: 4 complaints 2003: 3 complaints 2003 2004: 7 complaints 2004 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 complaints 2020: 1 complaints 2020 2021: 0 complaints 2022: 0 complaints 2023: 0 complaints 2023
2003: 3 complaints
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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 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

TIRES

1 of 3 total reports mentions: tires.

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WHEN CONSUMER DRIVES VEHICLE OVER STANDING WATER OR SNOW DRIVER LOSES STEERING CONTROL. CONSUMER STATES THAT VEHICLE HAS THE WRONG TIRES, WHICH ARE NOT MADE FOR THE SNOW. CONSUMER CONTACTED DEALER. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20040114

SEATS

1 of 3 total reports mentions: seats.

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2003 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA AFFECTED BY A SEAT RECALL. CUSTOMER STATES THAT HIS VEHICLE IS IN THE DEALERS HANDS UNTIL THE SEATS ARE CHANGED AND THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN THERE FOR 7 WEEKS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20070830

SEAT BELTS

1 of 3 total reports mentions: seat belts.

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THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT FELL OFF THE CONSUMER'S SHOULDERS WHILE DRIVING, BUT THE RETRACTOR AND BUCKLE WERE STILL ENGAGED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030711

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20040426 — seats

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FITTED WITH FRONT SEAT BACKS, WHICH DO NOT MEET PORSCHE'S STRENGTH STANDARDS.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH THE FRONT SEATS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON APRIL 26, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039.

Campaign 04V070000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20201222 — suspension

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.

Campaign 20E091000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Porsche 911 Carrera — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seats issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 04V070000 (seats) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 20E091000 (suspension) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 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 2003 Porsche 911 Carrera?

The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Porsche 911 Carrera have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.