2021 PORSCHE 911

Recalls, Specs & Safety Report

5RecallsNHTSA Verified0ComplaintsLimited Data1InvestigationsLimited Data
Expert Verdict
โš ๏ธElevated Concerns

This 2021 model shows concerning reliability, primarily driven by 5 recallsโ€”above the PORSCHE averageโ€”centered on the suspension.

Key Factor:elevated suspension issues

๐Ÿ“‹Why This Matters

Understanding recall history helps predict future ownership costs. Each unaddressed issue represents potential repair expenses.

Insurance companies review vehicle reliability data when setting premiums. Models with elevated recall rates often see adjusted pricing.

Given this model year's elevated concern level, budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

Focus Area:general reliability
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Expert Analysis

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    Recall Trend:No Change in recalls
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    Primary Risk Area:Various
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    Vs Brand: Worse than avg (2.1)
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    Summary:
Critical Component: Various

Safety & Reliability Score

50/100
Below Average

Score Breakdown

Recall Impact-40
Complaint Impact-4.75
Investigation Impact-5

Technical Specifications

Key specifications for the 2021 PORSCHE 911

Model Year2021
MakePORSCHE
Model911
Fuel TypeGasoline
Body ClassPassenger Vehicle

Safety History Timeline

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Apr15
ISSUEFirst Report
Jan21
NEWProduction
Jan21
RECALLRecall Issued
Jan21
RECALLRecall Issued
Jan21
RECALLRecall Issued
Apr21
RECALLRecall Issued
Oct21
RECALLRecall Issued
Apr23
INVInvestigation Opened
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No Consumer Complaints Reported

Great news! There are currently no consumer complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2021 PORSCHE 911. This is a positive indicator of owner satisfaction.

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Primary Risk Areas

SUSPENSIONSEAT BELTSSEATSVISIBILITYWHEELS

Official Safety Recalls (5)

Campaign: 21V157000

SUSPENSION

Summary

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Porsche Taycan Turbo, Taycan Turbo S, Taycan, Taycan 4S, 911 Turbo S Coupe, Cayman, Cayman T, Cayman S, Cayman GT4, 911 Carrera Coupe, 911 Carrera S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Targa, 911 Carrera Cabriolet, 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4S Targa Heritage Design Edition, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 911 Turbo Coupe, 911 Turbo Cabriolet, 911 Turbo S Cabriolet, 718 Spyder, and Boxster vehicles. Certain suspension components may not have been tightened correctly and can loosen.

Consequence

Loose suspension components may detach, causing a sudden loss of vehicle stability and control, and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the affected suspension nuts and bolts. Dealers will also inspect surrounding components for damage, and replace any damaged parts as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA3.

Additional Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Manufacturer: Porsche Cars North America, Inc.

Campaign: 21V608000

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR

Summary

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 911 Carrera Coupe, 911 Carrera S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4 Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Coupe, 911 Turbo Coupe, 911 Turbo S Coupe, Panamera, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, Panamera 4S, Panamera GTS, Panamera Turbo S, Taycan, Taycan 4S, Taycan Turbo, and Taycan Turbo S vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Consequence

An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB6.

Additional Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Manufacturer: Porsche Cars North America, Inc.

Campaign: 21V467000

SEATS

Summary

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 911 Turbo Coupe, 911 Turbo S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Targa, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 911 Turbo S Cabriolet, and 911 Turbo Cabriolet vehicles. Incorrect passenger seat was installed and may cause a Occupant Classification System (OCS) malfunction.

Consequence

An OCS malfunction may affect the front passenger air bag, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will install the correct seat, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB3.

Additional Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Manufacturer: Porsche Cars North America, Inc.

Campaign: 24V155000

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

Summary

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2024 911 vehicles. The front windshield and rear window may not be properly secured and can detach.

Consequence

During air bag deployment, an unsecured windshield may not support the front air bags as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield and rear window as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 30, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ARA3.

Additional Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Manufacturer: Porsche Cars North America, Inc.

Campaign: 24V809000

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

Summary

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2025 Panamera, 2024 718 Cayman GT4 RS, 718 Spyder RS, and 2021-2024 911 vehicles. The center lock wheel bolt may fracture and cause the wheel to detach.

Consequence

Wheel detachment can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Owners should not drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. Dealers will check the center lock wheel fastening system and replace any incorrectly manufactured parts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 24, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ARC4.

Additional Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Manufacturer: Porsche Cars North America, Inc.

NHTSA Investigations

1 investigation

Official NHTSA safety investigations for 2021 911.

INV-2021-1000๐ŸŸข Closed

NHTSA opened investigation after receiving consumer complaints regarding 911 performance issues.

Opened: Affected Units: 52,136

Consumer Complaints

0 complaints
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No consumer complaints recorded for this vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any recalls for the 2021 PORSCHE 911?

Yes, the 2021 PORSCHE 911 has 5 recorded recalls from NHTSA. These recalls cover various components including SUSPENSION, SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR, SEATS.

Is the 2021 PORSCHE 911 safe to drive?

The 2021 PORSCHE 911 has 5 recalls. If you own this vehicle, check with your dealer to ensure all recall repairs have been completed. Most recalls have free remedies available.

Where can I check if my 2021 PORSCHE 911 has open recalls?

You can check for open recalls by visiting NHTSA.gov and entering your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), or by contacting your local PORSCHE dealer.

๐Ÿ“ŠYear-over-Year Context

๐Ÿ“‰Elevated Activity

Compared to earlier years, the 2021 model shows declining reliability trends, largely due to new suspension components introduced in this generation. Recall frequency increased 400% versus the 2020 version.

๐ŸŽฏRisk Areas & Recommended Actions

Based on recall data, these components require verification:

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Suspension

Issue: increases crash or loss-of-control risk

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If you already own this vehicle: Contact your dealer immediately to confirm suspension recall is complete. Recall repairs are always free.

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If you are evaluating a used example: Request VIN and verify all suspension recalls are completed before purchase.

Campaign:21V157000
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Seat belts

Issue: increases crash or loss-of-control risk

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If you already own this vehicle: Contact your dealer immediately to confirm seat belts recall is complete. Recall repairs are always free.

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If you are evaluating a used example: Request VIN and verify all seat belts recalls are completed before purchase.

Campaign:21V608000
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Seats

Issue: increases occupant injury risk

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If you already own this vehicle: Contact your dealer immediately to confirm seats recall is complete. Recall repairs are always free.

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If you are evaluating a used example: Request VIN and verify all seats recalls are completed before purchase.

Campaign:21V467000
๐Ÿ’กVisit NHTSA.gov or contact your PORSCHE dealer to verify recall completion status.

๐ŸงญWhat This Means for You

Both current owners and prospective buyers benefit from reviewing this safety analysis before making decisions.

If you're unsure, we recommend starting with a VIN check or consulting a certified mechanic.

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If You Own This Vehicle

  • Verify all 5 recalls have been completed using your VIN at NHTSA.gov or through your PORSCHE dealer.
  • If any recalls are open, schedule service immediatelyโ€”recall repairs are always free.
  • Consider setting up VIN-specific alerts to receive notification of future recalls.
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If You're Buying Used

  • Request full service history and documentation of all recall completions.
  • Consider whether adjacent model years (2020 or 2022) show better safety metrics.
  • Budget for thorough pre-purchase inspection focusing on known problem areas.
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Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Last updated: January 10, 2026.