2004 Porsche 911 GT3
Only 27 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 27 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 27
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2004: 27 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 0 |
| 2004 | 27 |
| 2005 | 2 |
| 2007 | 24 |
| 2008 | 1 |
| 2010 | 3 |
| 2011 | 1 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 27 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
22 of 27 total reports mention: engine.
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While driving the car on track, a coolant fitting broke loose and dumped all the antifreeze down onto the track surface. A vehicle on track behind me ran over the antifreeze, lost control and skidded off the track.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-07-01
Failure of factory glued in coolant fitting caused an instant dump of coolant onto the rear tires of the car causing loss of control and a spin.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-04-24
Engine has press fit (And glued) couplings for coolant lines. When coupling fails, there is rapid coolant loss which is a toxic hazard as well as potentially dangerous to traffic.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-04-16
Engine and engine cooling
4 of 27 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing cooling system.
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Pressed fittings for the cooling system failed dumping coolant on the rear tires causing the car to crash. The replacement part failed the same way three weeks later.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-05-12
Porsche GT1 engine press fit coolant coupling failure. High pressure coolant coupler fails causing rapid loss of all coolant. This is not only a toxic hazard, but a safety concern on the road. Further, loss of coolant jeopardizes engine life.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-01-30
Porsche GT1 engine press fit coupling for coolant lines. When coupling fails, there is rapid coolant loss which is a toxic hazard as well as potentially dangerous to traffic. Also, without coolant the engine is in jeopardy of overheating.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-01-30
Power train
3 of 27 total reports mention: power train.
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 27 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2013-04-26Preliminary evaluationClosed 2014-03-10 Rapid coolant loss
Buy-smart checklist
2004 Porsche 911 GT3 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 22 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2004 Porsche 911 GT3 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 GT3?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 81% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2004 Porsche 911 GT3 have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.