This is a c4s coupe. The interior right door panel has detached from the door skin. Hearing a lot of rattling from dashboard. Sun roof gets stuck and it grinding the paint off the top. No accident. These are the same defects that have been reported here (see the federal safety agency id number: 606985) and on rennlist.
The worst 1997 Porsche 911 Carrera problems
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Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1997 Porsche 911 Carrera 120
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Special tools and equipment information for brake caliper pins for the 911, Boxster, and Cayman
- Product knowledge for the chassis and VIN numbering systems
- Information for PIWIS tester update 42.500.008
- Information for PIWIS tester update 42.300.050 & .052
- Instructions on manufacturers certificate for approved C20 engine oils
- Instructions on manufactures certificate for approved Porsche C30 engine oils
- Instructions on manufactures certificate for approved Porsche A40 engine oils
- Information for PIWIS tester update 42.300.040 & .041
- Information for PIWIS tester update 42.300.035
- Information for PIWIS tester update 42.300.030
What 1997 Porsche 911 Carrera owners say
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Questions about the 1997 Porsche 911 Carrera
Is the 1997 Porsche 911 Carrera reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1997 Porsche 911 Carrera, fewer than a typical 911 Carrera model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 Porsche 911 Carrera?
Body and structure, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 1997 Porsche 911 Carrera have?
No recalls on record.
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