1997 Porsche 911
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1997
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1997: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1987 | 1 |
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 0 |
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1991 | 1 |
| 1992 | 2 |
| 1993 | 0 |
| 1994 | 0 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 3 |
| 1998 | 2 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 3 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 3 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 4 |
| 2018 | 1 |
| 2019 | 2 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 3 |
| 2024 | 6 |
| 2025 | 2 |
| 2026 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 3 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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Engine raced to 4500RPMS from 1000 rpms and did not idle after pulling off the road. Driver turned the ignition off, restarted and the engine raced to 4500RPMS. Driver inspected throttle and it did not appear stuck.
NHTSA ODI report, 1998-08-11
Tires
1 of 3 total reports mentions: tires.
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This is the second time this brand of tire has slipped off the wheel while on the Highway at 55 miles an hour or better. It put me as the driver at severe risk and the car has been damaged twice now.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-08-07
Air bags
1 of 3 total reports mentions: air bags.
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Airbag warning light came on and remained on, dealer replaced airbag unit, still comes on while driving.
NHTSA ODI report, 1997-01-09
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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1998-03-02Air bags98E005000 Equipment description: child seating system air bag deactivation kit for use on 1997-1998 911 Carrera S, Carrera 4, Carrera 4S, and turbo (1997 model only), part No. 993 803 283 00, and 1997-1998…
Remedy: Dealers will install a modified air bag deactivation kit.
Buy-smart checklist
1997 Porsche 911 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
- Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
- Air bags: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 98E005000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 1997 Porsche 911 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 1997 Porsche 911?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1997 Porsche 911 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.