2013 Porsche 911 Carrera
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.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2013
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2013: 3 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 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Wheels
1 of 3 total reports mentions: wheels, most commonly citing rim.
Show complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2013 Porsche 911 Carrera. The contact stated while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the steering wheel was turned to the right to follow a sharp bend in the road, and the vehicle turned too wide.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-04-30
Exterior lighting
1 of 3 total reports mentions: exterior lighting, most commonly citing back up lights.
Show complaint excerpts
2013 Porsche carrera. Constituent writes in regards to manufacturer or design defect which causes back up lamps to illuminate properly.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-11-30
Engine
1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine.
Show complaint excerpts
After driving for approx. 30 minutes and shutting the car off for 20 minutes, car would not restart. Battery was strong and the engine turned over as in a normal start, but there was no ignition.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-11-10
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →
-
R
2013-06-13Engine and engine cooling13V058000 Porsche is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 911 Carrera and Carrera 4 vehicles manufactured from March 7, 2012, through November 12, 2012, and equipped with a standard (not sport) exhaust…
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear mufflers free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners on May 9, 2013. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification…
-
I
2021-01-15Defect petitionClosed 2021-07-09 Backup Lights Fail To Illuminate
Buy-smart checklist
2013 Porsche 911 Carrera — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
- Exterior lighting: 1 report on file for this year.
- Engine: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 13V058000 · Engine and engine cooling
FAQ
- Is the 2013 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 2013 Porsche 911 Carrera?
- The most-reported component is wheels, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2013 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.