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1996 Porsche 911 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 1996 Porsche 911 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 injury.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (3 reports).

3Recalls
6Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1996 Porsche 911 recalls

Air Bags:Frontal

Recall 98V089001Nov 27, 19981,968 vehicles affected

Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe

Recall 95V247Dec 28, 199591 vehicles affected

Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System

Recall 95V248Dec 28, 199530 vehicles affected

Most common 1996 Porsche 911 problems

Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System3
Tires2
Air Bags2
Vehicle Speed Control1
Structure1

What owners report

2005-04-01, Structure
THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR HIS 1996 PORSCHE 911 BUT FOR INSURANCE REASONS THE VEHICLE CANNOT BE REMOVED FROM STORAGE UNTIL APRIL 1, 2005. *NM (CONVERTIBLE TOP LOCKING MECHANISM MOTOR) THE CONSUMER REQUEST REIMBURSEMENT. RECALL#04V601000 *SC *JB
2002-09-23, Electrical System
PE 01 031/ WIRING HARNESS INSTRUMENT PANEL WOULD MALFUNCTION INTERMITTENTLY.ENGINE WOULD REMAIN ON AFTER TURNING THE IGNITION SWITCH OFF. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WOULD INTERMITTENTLY FLASH, AND A/C WOULD NOT OPERATE. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.AK
1999-02-17, Air Bags
WHILE REACHING INSIDE VEHICLE HOLDING A CHILD IN HAND, AND VEHICLE ENGINE RUNNING, CONSUMER PRESSED HORN AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIRE BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT REASON. PLEASE PROVIDE DETAILS. *AK
1998-09-21, Air Bags
WHILE TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON. DRIVER REACHED OVER AND TOUCH CASING OF THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG. THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED INTO HIS HANDS, CAUSING INJURY.
1998-07-28, Tires
ACCIDENT POSSIBLE DUE TO EXTREME TIRE WEAR OR BLOWOUT.

1996 Porsche 911 questions

Does the 1996 Porsche 911 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1996 Porsche 911: Air Bags:Frontal; Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe; Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1996 Porsche 911?

Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (3), Tires (2), Air Bags (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 1996 Porsche 911 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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