2003 Porsche 911 Turbo
Only 13 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 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 13
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2003
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2003: 13 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 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 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
11 of 13 total reports mention: engine.
Show complaint excerpts
I was cruising with the family at 65MPH and heard my belts squeel and then stop after 2 or 3 seconds. About 20 seconds later a low coolant light came on and my temp light was blinking. Temp was only around 195 to 205, pretty far from the red.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-04-19
Coolant pipe failure at "Coolant console" On top of the engine causing all coolant to immediately spill on top the engine, spraying the rear tires causing rear tires to lose traction.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-02-23
Engine and engine cooling
2 of 13 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.
Show complaint excerpts
Factory connection at coolant pipes had come apart due to poor manufacturing process, use of glue. Weeping of coolant at connections. Had shop weld coolant pipes to rectify the imminent issue.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-04-20
The coolant line connectors that come out of the engine / block are dislodging from the engine blocks and blowing out all of the coolant in a matter of seconds.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-03-04
Vehicle speed control
1 of 13 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2003-12-01Steering03V218000 Certain passenger vehicles may have a loose fitting in the pressure line of the power steering assembly.
Remedy: Dealers will tighten the fitting to specifications. Owner notification began on December 1, 2003. Owners should contact Porsche at 1-800-545-8039.
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2004-04-26Seats04V070000 Certain passenger vehicles fitted with front seat backs, which do not meet Porsche's strength standards.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both the front seats. Owner notification began on April 26, 2004. Owners should contact Porsche at 1-800-545-8039.
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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
2003 Porsche 911 Turbo — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 11 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 03V218000 · Steering
- Recall 04V070000 · Seats
- Recall 20E091000 · Suspension
FAQ
- Is the 2003 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 2003 Porsche 911 Turbo?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 85% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2003 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.