There is a fuel line above the engine that is leaking fuel onto the top of the engine and running down to the exhaust components. Car is giving off a very strong gas smell. Brought it to Porsche Jacksonville and they are replacing the fuel line above the engine. They have to pull the engine to do so. No warning messages at all, just a strong gas smell. You can pull the rear engine cover and look into the engine bay and find the fuel on top of the engine, or brownish discoloring from fuel.
The worst 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S problems
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Recalls 1
Structure: body
- What is wrong
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020 911 Carrera S, 2021 Taycan Turbo, and 2022 911 Carrera vehicles. Due to a process error in the car body production line, various welds may be missing from the vehicle body.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, incomplete body welding may not provide adequate protection to occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and repair the welds, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 30, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1‑800‑767‑7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA4.
Recall number 23V313000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S 424
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Technical Information for Warranty Extension for Front Door Wiring Harness related to Real Top View (RTV)...
- 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
- Advanced Technical Information for Paint Thickness or Decals Affecting Corner Radar Sensor Operation
- Parts Information for Parts Withdrawal
- Technical Information for Particles/Metal Chips/Residues in Engine Oil
- Technical Information for Wind Noises when Driving from the Sunroof Area
What 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S owners say
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Questions about the 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S
Is the 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S, close to a typical 911 Carrera S model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S have?
1 recall, covering structure.
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