Porsche · 911 · 2005
1
Recall
6
Complaints
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NCAP overall
The 2005 Porsche 911 has 1 recall and 6 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Most frequent stored component label: engine (3 reports).
Stored NHTSA configuration: 2005 Porsche 911 Carrera 2-DR w/SAB NCAP Vehicle ID: 1434
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Source: NHTSA Public Records
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Checks are recorded separately for each dataset, not for the whole page. Dates use UTC. A missing check date does not mean no records exist.
Vehicle import recorded: Apr 28, 2026. This is the stored import date, not confirmation that every source was successfully refreshed.
The 2005 Porsche 911 page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most frequent complete stored component label is engine with 3 reported complaints.
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
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Ohlins USA, Inc (Ohlins) is recalling certain Front Struts, part number POS 5N20. These struts were sold as part of Ohlins strut kits part number POZ MN02, intended for installation on 1999-2005 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 and 4S (generation 996), and 2001-2006 Porsche 911 Turbo / Turbo S (generation 996) and kit part number POZ MN05, intended for installation on 2005-2012 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 and 4S (generation 997), and 2006-2013 Porsche 911 Turbo / Turbo S (generation 997). The pin of the strut may experience excessive stress during maximum steering, possibly resulting breakage of the pin.
Remedy Status
Ohlins will notify owners, and dealers will request the return of all unsold kits containing the subject part from dealer/distributor inventory for a full refund. All owners who purchased one of the kits (POZ MN02 or POZ MN05) will receive replacement front struts (POS 5N20 or POS 5N21 - These parts are interchangeable), along with new top mount interface solutions, free of charge. The recall began December 22, 2020. Owners may contact Ohlins customer service at 1-800-336-9029.
DUE TO HIGHLIGHTED PROBLEMS WITH THE COOLING SYSTEM (NAMELY THE FITTINGS POPPING OFF) ON THE 2005 PORSCHE 911 GT3 IN VARIOUS FORUMS AND WEB SITES. I HAVE DECIDED TO PERFORM PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE AND TO ALLEVIATE SAFETY CONCERN WITH THE COOLING SYSTEM (FITTING AND HOSES) TO W...
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COOLANT PIPE FAILURE AT GLUED FITTINGS WITHIN ENGINE. *TR
I WAS DRIVING ON A SATURDAY NIGHT ON INTERSTATE 79 NORTHBOUND AT APPROXIMATELY MILE MARKER 3 BETWEEN MINK SHOALS AND ELKVIEW, WV. I HAD JUST PICKED UP A PIZZA AND I WAS HEADED HOME A FEW MILES FROM MY HOUSE. I WAS GOING UPHILL WHEN I HEARD A POP AND SAW A HUGE PLUME OF STEAM SHO...
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FAILURE OF COOLANT LINE FITTINGS ON PORSCHE GT3. *TR
ENGINE IGNITION COILS FAIL DUE TO CRACKS AND CORROSION. THE CAR WILL NOT EXCEED @ 20 MPH, THUS PUTTING THE OCCUPANTS AT RISK. THIS IS A PROBLEM OTHER PORSCHE OWNERS HAVE ALSO EXPERIENCED. PORSCHE REPLACED 6 COILS ON MY VEHICLE ALL IDENTICAL TO THE ORIGINAL UNITS WHICH FAILED. THU...
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SUBMISSION REGARDING PROBLEMS EXPERIENCED WITH PORSCHE OF HAWAII SERVICE DEPARTMENT. *TS THE CONSUMER RECEIVED THE FIRST AND SECOND NOTIFICATION FOR RECALL A601. THE CONSUMER CONTACTED THE SERVICE MANAGER REGARDING A CREAKING SOUND COMING FROM THE FRONT END. THE CONSUMER HA...
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Showing 6 recent complaints from 6 total
View Full Complaint LogThe strongest comparison flow is usually: exact vehicle-year page, then nearby years of the same model, then other 2005 Porsche models. That sequence helps separate one-off year spikes from broader make-wide patterns.
The 2005 Porsche 911 has 1 recall recorded by NHTSA.
NHTSA has received 6 owner-reported complaints for the 2005 Porsche 911.
An overall NHTSA safety rating is not available in our current dataset for the 2005 Porsche 911. Individual crash-test results may still be available.
The most frequent complete stored component labels for the 2005 Porsche 911 are engine (3 reports), suspension,engine and engine cooling (1 reports), electrical system (1 reports). These are exact-label counts, not broader component-group totals or confirmed defects.
Yes. NHTSA has 1 recall on record for the 2005 Porsche 911. Scroll up to review the published recall summaries, consequences, and remedies. To check for unrepaired recalls on your specific vehicle, use your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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This page summarizes publicly available data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaint counts reflect reports submitted to NHTSA by vehicle owners and do not by themselves prove defect severity or vehicle safety. Safety ratings may not be available for all vehicle-years. This site is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. For official information, visit the official NHTSA page for this vehicle.