2010 PORSCHE 911 (997) — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
1
Owner Complaint
0
Recalls
10
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2010 PORSCHE 911 (997)
The 2010 PORSCHE 911 (997) has received a total of 1 safety complaint filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 10 technical service bulletins have been issued by Porsche Cars North America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Engine (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2010 PORSCHE 911 (997)
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2010 PORSCHE 911 (997). No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2010 PORSCHE 911 (997)
1 complaint has been filed with NHTSA for the 2010 PORSCHE 911 (997). Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Last year my 2010 Porsche 911 GT3RS experienced a catastrophic engine failure while on the road. I had to shut off the car in the middle of a 4-lane highway and try to coast to a stop while navigating around much faster traffic risking my safety and the safety of other drivers. There was no warning prior to the failure. Just a sudden bang, followed by shaking and rattling noise. Once the car was towed to an automotive repair shop, the engine was taken apart and it was concluded that a piece from the intake broke off and got swallowed by the engine while on the road. I have images and documentation of the damage and the parts are available for inspection. The trouble is that the failed piece of the intake was part of a manufacturer recall to fix that exact issue back in 2013. After the findings of the repair shop I contacted Porsche Cars North America. The car was subsequently brought in to a Porsche dealer for inspection, where I was told multiple times that a failed recalled part would be covered by the manufacturer's good will repair policy. After 4 months of back and forth with the headquarters I was told that Porsche would not be responsible. I have spoken to other owners of this exact model cars and several of them have confirmed that their replacement intakes have failed, in some cases causing the engine to completely seize while on the road. Thankfully that did not happen to me.
Safety Rating for the 2010 PORSCHE 911 (997)
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2010 PORSCHE 911 (997) in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2010 PORSCHE 911 (997)
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. has issued 10 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2010 PORSCHE 911 (997). TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
WRF1 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Porsche intranet posting with information on WRF1 Workshop Campaign – Supplying Driver's manual supplement
No. 82-21 — TIRES
Instructions on the manufacturer's certificate for approved wheels and tires.
No. 82-21 — WHEELS
Instructions on the manufacturer's certificate for approved wheels and tires.
No. 54-20 — EQUIPMENT
List of approved A40 style engine oils for new and classic Porsche models.
122-H9M5Z-06 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Concerns: Clutch pedal switch Information: This is to inform you of a voluntary Workshop Campaign on the above-mentioned vehicles. There is the possibility that plastic particles may be deposited on the contacts of the clutch pedal switch on the affected vehicles over their service life, causing electric malfunctions of the...
SB-72-09-4 — STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
PORSCHE: WA25-REPLACING HYDRAULIC PUMP (WORKSHOP CAMPAIGN). ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR VEHICLES, THERE IS THE POSSIBILITY THAT THE HYDRAULIC PUMP INSTALLED IN THE AFFECTED VEHICLES CAN START TO LEAK DUE TO A MANUFACTURING DEFECT. TO REMEDY THE SITUATION, THE HYDRAULIC PUMP NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. *PE
SB-72-09-4 — POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
PORSCHE: WA25-REPLACING HYDRAULIC PUMP (WORKSHOP CAMPAIGN). ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR VEHICLES, THERE IS THE POSSIBILITY THAT THE HYDRAULIC PUMP INSTALLED IN THE AFFECTED VEHICLES CAN START TO LEAK DUE TO A MANUFACTURING DEFECT. TO REMEDY THE SITUATION, THE HYDRAULIC PUMP NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. *PE
SB-80-09-3 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
PORSCHE: WA31-REPROGRAMMING PDK CONTROL UNIT (WORKSHOP CAMPAIGN). ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 911 TURBO (997) VEHICLES, THERE IS THE POSSIBILITY THAT IN CERTAIN DRIVING SITUATIONS, POWER TRANSMISSION MAY BE DELAYED OR ONLY THE REDUCED DRIVING PROGRAM (TRANSMISSION LIMP-HOME) MAY BE AVAILABLE WHEN SHIFTING THE PDK TRANSMISSION FROM P TO D. PROGRAM...
SB-80-09-3 — POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
PORSCHE: WA31-REPROGRAMMING PDK CONTROL UNIT (WORKSHOP CAMPAIGN). ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 911 TURBO (997) VEHICLES, THERE IS THE POSSIBILITY THAT IN CERTAIN DRIVING SITUATIONS, POWER TRANSMISSION MAY BE DELAYED OR ONLY THE REDUCED DRIVING PROGRAM (TRANSMISSION LIMP-HOME) MAY BE AVAILABLE WHEN SHIFTING THE PDK TRANSMISSION FROM P TO D. PROGRAM...
SB-80-09-3 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
PORSCHE: WA31-REPROGRAMMING PDK CONTROL UNIT (WORKSHOP CAMPAIGN). ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 911 TURBO (997) VEHICLES, THERE IS THE POSSIBILITY THAT IN CERTAIN DRIVING SITUATIONS, POWER TRANSMISSION MAY BE DELAYED OR ONLY THE REDUCED DRIVING PROGRAM (TRANSMISSION LIMP-HOME) MAY BE AVAILABLE WHEN SHIFTING THE PDK TRANSMISSION FROM P TO D. PROGRAM...
NHTSA Investigations for the 2010 PORSCHE 911 (997)
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the PORSCHE 911 (997)
- 2005 PORSCHE 911 (997) — 0 complaints
- 2006 PORSCHE 911 (997) — 0 complaints
- 2007 PORSCHE 911 (997) — 4 complaints
- 2008 PORSCHE 911 (997) — 5 complaints
- 2009 PORSCHE 911 (997) — 1 complaint
- 2010 PORSCHE 911 (997) (current)
- 2011 PORSCHE 911 (997) — 0 complaints
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