2004 Porsche 911 Carrera
Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2004
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2004: 7 complaints
View as data table
| 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 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine and engine cooling
3 of 7 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.
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The contact owns a 2004, Porsche, 911 Carrera. The contact stated his engine had to be replace due to the intermitten shaft failure.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-10-19
Dt: the consumer stated that the 2004 Porsche 911 Carrera stalled while driving 10-20 MPH. The vehicle has been having problem for over a year. The vehicle was taken to the dealership several times.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-09-29
Air bags
2 of 7 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing frontal.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2004 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-06-12
Also filed under Vehicle speed control
Airbags failed to operate.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-02-12
Vehicle speed control
1 of 7 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Suspension
1 of 7 total reports mentions: suspension.
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The contact owns a 2004 Porsche 911. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH he heard a loud creaking sound coming from the front-end.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-01-26
Also filed under Steering
Steering
1 of 7 total reports mentions: steering.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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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.
Buy-smart checklist
2004 Porsche 911 Carrera — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 20E091000 · Suspension
FAQ
- Is the 2004 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 2004 Porsche 911 Carrera?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2004 Porsche 911 Carrera have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.