2021 Porsche 911 Carrera problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2021 Porsche 911 Carrera — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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How does 2021 compare to other 911 Carrera years?

911 Carrera NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2021 Porsche 911 Carrera have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

21V697000BrakesSeptember 8, 2021 · 11 units

Defect

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2021 911 Carrera and Taycan vehicles. The pressure input rod connection on the brake booster may be loose and could detach.

Consequence

A detached pressure input rod will cause the brake pedal to fail, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will repair or replace the brake booster as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB9.

2021 Porsche 911 Carrera — common questions

Is the 2021 Porsche 911 Carrera reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2021 Porsche 911 Carrera have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2021 Porsche 911 Carrera. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2021 compare to other 911 Carrera years?

Does the 2021 Porsche 911 Carrera have recalls?

2021 Porsche 911 Carrera — common questions

Is the 2021 Porsche 911 Carrera reliable?

Does the 2021 Porsche 911 Carrera have recalls?

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