2001 Porsche 911 Turbo
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.
- Complaints
- 22
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2001
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2001: 22 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
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| 2001 | 22 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 0 |
| 2007 | 22 |
| 2008 | 2 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 0 |
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 |
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, 2013-04-20
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, 2013-04-16
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, 2013-04-16
Power train
4 of 22 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission.
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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, 2007-11-02
Engine and engine cooling
3 of 22 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.
Air bags
2 of 22 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing side/window.
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On September 21, 2001, I was hit on the driver's side by a large passenger vehicle or SUV, while driving a brand-new 2001 911 Porsche turbo, supposedly equipped with side impact air bags.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-02-05
Tires
1 of 22 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing sidewall.
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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, 2006-07-31
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2001-02-01Fuel system, gasoline01V016000 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…
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…
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2001-02-01Power train01V015000 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…
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2013-04-26Preliminary evaluationClosed 2014-03-10 Rapid coolant loss
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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
2001 Porsche 911 Turbo — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 15 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 01V016000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 01V015000 · Power train
- Recall 20E091000 · Suspension
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 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.