MYRModel Year Report

2001 Porsche 911 Turbo

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2001 Porsche 911 Turbo
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:30:22.267Z

Only 22 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 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Porsche 911 Turbo Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 2001: 22 complaints 2001 2002: 14 complaints 2003: 13 complaints 2004: 5 complaints 2004 2005: 0 complaints 2006: 0 complaints 2007: 22 complaints 2007 2008: 2 complaints 2009: 0 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 0 complaints 2012: 0 complaints 2013: 0 complaints 2013 2016: 0 complaints 2017: 1 complaints 2018: 0 complaints 2018 2022: 0 complaints 2023: 0 complaints 2023
2001: 22 complaints
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YearComplaints
200122
200214
200313
20045
20050
20060
200722
20082
20090
20100
20110
20120
20130
20160
20171
20180
20220
20230

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 22 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

15 of 22 total reports mention: engine.

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ENGINE COOLANT PIPES THAT ARE EPOXIED IN BY THE MANUFACTURE WORK THEMSELVES LOOSE OVER TIME AND CAUSE A CATASTROPHIC COOLANT LOSS THAT SPRAYS COOLANT ALL OVER THE REAR TIRES CAUSING A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130420

I WAS TOLD BY SIMILAR OWNERS LIKE MYSELF THAT THE 996 AND 997 PLATFORMS COOLANT HOSE RUPTURE DUE TO BEING GLUED FROM THE FACTORY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130416

FACTORY PORSCHE COOLANT FITTINGS FAILED AND RELEASED FROM ENGINE BLOCK. DUMPED COOLANT OVER REAR TIRES. OEM COOLANT FITTINGS ARE GLUED INTO THE BLOCK AND FATIGUE OVER TIME. THEY SHOULD BE WELDED OR THREADED INTO BLOCK TO PREVENT SAFETY ISSUES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130416

POWER TRAIN

3 of 22 total reports mention: power train.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

3 of 22 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

TIRES

1 of 22 total reports mentions: tires.

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I HAVE A 2001 PORSCHE 911 TURBO. ON IT, I HAVE PS2 TIRES FROM MICHELIN. BOTH OF MY REAR TIRES HAVE SPLIT ON THE INNER SIDEWALL, NECESSITATING REPLACEMENT. THE TIRES OBVIOUSLY WOULD HOLD NO AIR WHEN THIS HAPPENED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060731

POWER TRAIN

1 of 22 total reports mentions: power train.

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AT ABOUT 30,000 MILES, THE TRANSMISSION IN MY 2001 PORSCHE 911 TURBO BEGAN POPPING OUT OF SECOND GEAR UPON DECELERATION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20071102

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20010201 — fuel system, gasoline

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE FUEL SUPPLY LINE COULD LEAK DUE TO CHAFFING WITH THE INTAKE MANIFOLD AND/OR THE FUEL RETURN LINE COULD LEAK DUE TO CHAFFING WITH A SP

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A PROTECTIVE SHEATH ON THE FUEL SUPPLY LINE. IN ADDITION, FOR VEHICLES PRODUCED BETWEEN APRIL 7 AND MAY 22, 2000, THE SPRING BAND CLAMP WILL BE REPLACED WITH A SCREW TYPE HOSE CL

Campaign 01V016000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20010201 — power train

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE CLUTCH PRESSURE LINE COULD LEAK IN THE AREA OF ITS CONNECTION WITH THE CLUTCH CYLINDER.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CLUTCH PRESSURE LINE AND AN ADDITIONAL SUPPORTING BRACKET WILL BE INSTALLED ON VEHICLES PRODUCED BEFORE OCTOBER 13, 2000. VEHICLES PRODUCED AFTER OCTOBER 13, 2000 HAS A NEW T

Campaign 01V015000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20130426 — PE (closed 20140310)

Rapid coolant loss

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

2001 Porsche 911 Turbo — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (15 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 01V016000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 01V015000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 20E091000 (suspension) has been completed.
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FAQ

Is the 2001 Porsche 911 Turbo 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 2001 Porsche 911 Turbo?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 68% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Porsche 911 Turbo have?

3 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.