VehicleVerdict

Porsche 911 Carrera S years to avoid

Across 2005–2023, no single 911 Carrera S year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 2007 drew the most complaints; 2023 the fewest.

8

Total complaints

5

Recall campaigns

2005–2023

Years covered

0

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Porsche 911 Carrera S NHTSA complaints by model year3 complaints2005: 0 complaints2006: 2 complaints2007: 3 complaints2012: 2 complaints2020: 1 complaints2023: 0 complaints
Porsche 911 Carrera S NHTSA complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Every 911 Carrera S year

YearComplaintsRecalls
202301
202011
201222
200730
200621
200501

Common questions

What is the best year for the Porsche 911 Carrera S?

By complaint volume, 2023 has the cleanest NHTSA record among 911 Carrera S years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Porsche 911 Carrera S have?

Across all model years, the 911 Carrera S has 5 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 8 consumer complaints on file.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.