I have a problem, when backing up,or going forward at slow speed and my wheels are about 65% something sounds like its rubbing. I have been to the dealer, and have had my car up on the lift, but nothing looks like its rubbing, and the dealer says that this is normal. This is my 4th porsche, and I have never had this in any previous porsche, and especially a brand new one. I am concerned, as I don't know what this would do, at higher speed, and I had to make a sharp turn.
The worst 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S problems
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- Steering1
- Suspension1
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- Steering1
- Suspension1
Recalls 2
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Porsche is recalling certain model year 2012 911 carrera s vehicles manufactured from october 26, 2011, through january 24, 2012. Interference between a coolant line and a fuel line may cause the fuel line to become disconnected at the quick connector.
- Risk
- If the fuel line becomes disconnected, a fuel leak may occur. A fuel leak could lead to the engine misfiring or stalling, increasing the risk of a crash. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line with a new fuel line, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 26, 2012. Owners may contact porsche at 1‑800‑767‑7243.
Recall number 12V107000 · Recall details
Seat belts
- What is wrong
- Porsche is recalling certain model year 2011 911 speedster and 911 gts rs 4.0; and model year 2012 boxster (including s and spyder); cayman (including s and r); 911 carrera (including s, gts, 4, 4s, and 4 gts); 911 targa 4 and targa 4s; and 911 turbo and turbo s models manufactured from may 31, 2011, through june 10, 2011. There is a possibility that the mounting holes in the seat belt anchor plates fitted to the vehicle are too small. If the hole diameter is too small, the anchor plate may not be able to rotate about the fastening bolt as designed.
- Risk
- Should this occur, the seat belt may not be routed optimally around the occupant, or may potentially loosen at some point in the future increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
- Remedy
- Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt anchors and, if necessary, replace the seat belt. The repairs will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on september 2, 2011. Owners may contact porsche at 1‑800‑767‑7243.
Recall number 11V409000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S 417
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Warranty Information: Warranty Extension for Transmission Electronics Control Unit (18/26)
- Parts Information for Parts Withdrawal
- Parts Information for Parts Withdrawal
- Parts Information for Parts Withdrawal
- Parts Information for Parts Withdrawal
- Parts Information for Parts Withdrawal
- Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche A40 Engine Oils
- Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C30 Engine Oils
- Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C20 Engine Oils
- Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C40 Engine Oils
What 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S owners say
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Questions about the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S
Is the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S, close to a typical 911 Carrera S model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S?
Steering, with 1 complaint. Next is suspension (1).
How many recalls does the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S have?
2 recalls, covering fuel system, gasoline and seat belts.
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