VehicleVerdict

Porsche 944 years to avoid

Across 1983–1991, no single 944 year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1988 drew the most complaints; 1991 the fewest.

20

Total complaints

8

Recall campaigns

1983–1991

Years covered

0

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Porsche 944 NHTSA complaints by model year5 complaints1983: 4 complaints1984: 0 complaints1985: 2 complaints1986: 4 complaints1987: 4 complaints1988: 5 complaints1989: 1 complaints1991: 0 complaints
Porsche 944 NHTSA complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Every 944 year

YearComplaintsRecalls
199101
198910
198852
198741
198642
198523
198402
198342

Common questions

What is the best year for the Porsche 944?

By complaint volume, 1991 has the cleanest NHTSA record among 944 years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Porsche 944 have?

Across all model years, the 944 has 8 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 20 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.