2020 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: seats.
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The contact owns a 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera. The contact stated that the driverâs and passengerâs seat release straps failed to operate as intended to allow passengers in the rear of the vehicle to enter or exit as needed.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250128
SAFETY TIMELINE
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019 911 GT2 RS and 2020 911 Carrera S Coupe vehicles. The bolts connecting the driveshaft to the wheel hub may not have been properly tightened.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will properly tighten the driveshaft connection to the wheel hub, free of charge. The recall began August 9, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243.
Campaign 19V445000 — check if this car was fixed
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020 911 Carrera S Coupe, Cabrio, Coupe, 4 Coupe, 4S Coupe, 4 Cabrio, 4S Cabrio, and S Cabrio vehicles.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the control unit, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKC1.
Campaign 19V878000 — check if this car was fixed
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Coupe vehicles. The front axle differential bracket may not have been tightened correctly.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will remove the front axle differential to check the screw threads, and to inspect surrounding components for any consequential damage.
Campaign 20V381000 — check if this car was fixed
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster, 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S Coupe, Carrera 4S Coupe, and Carrera S Cabriolet vehicles. The screw connection on the rear axle upper control arm may be loose.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will rework and tighten the screw connection on the rear axle upper control arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 21, 2021.
Campaign 21V201000 — check if this car was fixed
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2021 911 Carrera and Taycan vehicles. The pressure input rod connection on the brake booster may be loose and could detach.
Remedy: Dealers will repair or replace the brake booster as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB9.
Campaign 21V697000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2020 Porsche 911 Carrera — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for seats issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 19V445000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V878000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V381000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V201000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V697000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2020 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 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera?
The most-reported component is seats, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera have?
5 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.