2001 Porsche Carrera recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2001 Porsche Carrera, but owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.

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Recalls may cover only some 2001 Porsche Carrera vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2001 Porsche Carrera problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Engine and Engine Cooling	2
Tires	1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	1
Visibility	1
Wheels	1
Power Train	1
Unknown or Other	1
Air Bags	1
Exterior Lighting	1

Most reported parts

Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc — 1
Visibility › Glass, Side/Rear — 1
Power Train › Manual Transmission — 1
Air Bags › Side/Window — 1
Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 32,500 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2001 Porsche Carrera complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Exterior Lighting · at 32,500 miles · reported May 15, 2006

My 2001 porsche 911 cabriolet had a coolant leak. I took my vehicle to bordwalk porsche in plano texas, the coolant leak was identified as a overflow bottle which had a hole in it. Subsequent investigation lead to the determination that the vehicle had rodent damage to the wiring harness. Farmers insurance paid for the wiring harness and it's installation, I paid for the overflow bottle replacement and it's installation. However, it was determined that there was a 3rd light failure on my vehicle not related to the rodent damage. Neither the third light above the spoiler or the third light in…

Tires · reported Mar 12, 2002

I have experienced nothing but problems with this vehicle and porsche refuses to replace car,. This vehicle is impossible to see out of back window, brakes nothing but problems replaced twice car only has 2,300 miles. Brake fluid light shows warning, cornering feels really bad almost as though tires are coming off, tops leaks all the time, front hood gaps, cant close, back engine hood pops up and warning lights come on, paint has scratches and swirls throughout, barkes front and rear repalced twice, still same problems. I have notified porsche direct in atlanta and they basically said file…

Wheels · reported Mar 12, 2002

Porsche manufacturer refuses to replace vehicle and or repurchase vehicle stated I have to go to process and file suit. Of which I did and AM now in litigation with porsche. I would advise anyone who' s considering buying one of there cars to throughly invest the comapny and previous complaints as well there process of warrnty items and customer complaints. They really dont care about there customers nad there district service managers tries to find fault with the customer and makes up excusses to cover problems with vehicles. No safety defect listed.

Other Porsche Carrera years

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Porsche Carrera have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2001 Porsche Carrera as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 Porsche Carrera?

Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (2 reports), followed by tires (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 32,500 miles.

Are Porsche recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Porsche dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.