1999 Porsche 911
Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1999
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1999: 8 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 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Seat belts
3 of 8 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing rear/other.
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Need kit to solve airbag problem. *bf the air bag warning light had come on and did so each time the vehicle was in motion.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-10-27
Also filed under Electrical system
Rear seat belts causes occupants to be trapped. They can not escape or be rescued in case of emergency. Major safety issue.*ts ***dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12-12-02 cut over to…
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-05-01
Engine
2 of 8 total reports mention: engine.
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Engine has seized due to intermediate shaft bearing failue (Ims bearing failure), the engine is a 3.4 liter flat 6 cylinder engine with only 95,500 miles on it. There was no warning sign of an issue.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-02-13
I was driving on a 16 lane major highway in toronto in the express lanes at 70 MPH. Without warning the engine lost all power and stalled. The check engine light was flashing.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-04-04
Also filed under Steering and service brakes
Engine and engine cooling
2 of 8 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing cooling system.
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Engine heat sensor failed causing coolant to leak from vehicle. Yh
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-03-22
Electrical system
2 of 8 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing wiring.
Steering
1 of 8 total reports mentions: steering.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2000-04-14Fuel system, gasoline00V109000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Incorrect programming of the electronic logic unit can cause an incorrect fuel level.
Remedy: Dealers will update the software in the instrument cluster so that the fuel level and the range of remaining fuel are determined and displayed correctly.
Buy-smart checklist
1999 Porsche 911 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Seat belts: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 00V109000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 1999 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 1999 Porsche 911?
- The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1999 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.