MYRModel Year Report

2004 Porsche 911 Turbo

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2004 Porsche 911 Turbo
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:30:49.348Z

Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Porsche 911 Turbo Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2004 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
2004: 5 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 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

4 of 5 total reports mention: engine.

Show complaint excerpts

AFTER 1 HOUR OF SLOW 880-N HIGHWAY STOP AND GO DRIVING IN TRAFFIC, A LARGE COLUMN OF STEAM WAS OBSERVED COMING FROM REAR DRIVER SIDE OF VEHICLE WHILE EXITING INTERSTATE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180509

SUMMARY: FAILURE OF COOLANT HOSES DURING NORMAL OPERATION OF VEHICLE, RESULTING IN IMMEDIATE FLUSHING OF ALL COOLANT ONTO ROAD SURFACE AND INTO ENGINE BAY. IMMEDIATE ENGINE SHUTDOWN REQUIRED TO PREVENT FURTHER DAMAGE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130728

THE COOLANT FITTINGS FAILED, ALMOST CAUSING AN ACCIDENT.. THERE WAS NO ONCOMING TRAFFIC. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20130609

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

AT A DRIVER EDUCATION EVENT IN KENT, WA, A PORSCHE TURBO HAD A FAILURE IN THE COOLANT FITTINGS THAT CAUSED THE CAR TO DUMP ALL OF ITS COOLANT ON THE PAVEMENT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120213

SAFETY TIMELINE

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

2004 Porsche 911 Turbo — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 20E091000 (suspension) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2004 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 2004 Porsche 911 Turbo?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 80% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2004 Porsche 911 Turbo have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.