The consumer received a recall notice for his 1996 porsche 911 but for insurance reasons the vehicle cannot be removed from storage until april 1, 2005. *nm (convertible top locking mechanism motor) the consumer request reimbursement. Recall#04v601000 *sc
The worst 1996 Porsche 911 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Airbags2
- Acceleration1
- Body1
- Electrical1
- Tires1
Problems by type
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- Airbags2
- Acceleration1
- Body1
- Electrical1
- Tires1
Recalls 3
Air bags: frontal
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passsenger vehicles. Inadvertent deployment of the air bag can occur.
- Risk
- Deployment of the air bag without warning could cause a driver to lose vehicle control increasing the risk of a vehicle crash and personal injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the air bag system and a special filter horn relay will be installed that protects the air bag unit from voltage peaks.
Recall number 98V089001 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
- What is wrong
- The cover sleeves on the exhaust tailpipes have been secured with only two instead of four welding spots.
- Risk
- The cover could loosen during driving and detach causing a road hazard for other drivers and/or nearby pedestrians.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the tailpipes and, if necessary, replace them with tailpipes on which the cover sleeve has been secured with four welding spots.
Recall number 95V247000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system
- What is wrong
- The inside pipes of the heat exchangers might be subject to cracking.
- Risk
- With the heater switched on, exhaust fumes from the heat exchanger could enter the passenger compartment. Entry of exhaust fumes into the passenger compartment could, in extreme cases, cause asphyxiation and/or loss of vehicle control.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the heat exchanger in these vehicles.
Recall number 95V248000 · Recall details
See all 3 recalls for the 1996 Porsche 911
Defect investigations
Inadvertent driver's sid air bag
The driver's side air bag reportedly can deploy inadvertently while being driven.
RQ98017
Alleged wheel failure
Alleged wheel failures when running over normal road hazard.
EA96002
Alleged defective wheels
Alleged defective wheels
DP95006
Technical service bulletins for the 1996 Porsche 911 129
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 the Boxster, Cayman, 911, and Panamera
- Information for PIWIS tester update 42.500.020
- Product knowledge for the chassis and VIN numbering systems
- Information for PIWIS tester update 42.500.008
- Information on PIWIS tester update 42.500.005
- 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
1996 Porsche 911 fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6L 6‑cyl | RWD | 15 | 22-23 | 18 |
| 3.6L 6‑cyl | 4WD | 11-15 | 17-21 | 14-17 |
What 1996 Porsche 911 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Pe 01 031/ wiring harness instrument panel would malfunction intermittently.engine would remain on after turning the ignition switch off. Engine check light would intermittently flash, and A/C would not operate. Dealer and manufacturer have been notified. Feel free to provide any further information.ak
While traveling at approximately 25 MPH air bag light came on. Driver reached over and touch casing of the passenger side air bag. The air bag deployed into his hands, causing injury.
While reaching inside vehicle holding a child in hand, and vehicle engine running, consumer pressed horn and the driver's side aire bag deployed without reason. Please provide details.
Sudden acceleraton.
Accident possible due to extreme tire wear or blowout.
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Questions about the 1996 Porsche 911
Is the 1996 Porsche 911 reliable?
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 1996 Porsche 911, 1.2 times a typical 911 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1996 Porsche 911?
Airbags, with 2 complaints. Next is acceleration (1).
How many recalls does the 1996 Porsche 911 have?
3 recalls, covering air bags and engine and engine cooling.
Was there a recall on the 1996 Porsche 911 airbags?
Yes, 1 recall: 98V089001. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What gas mileage does the 1996 Porsche 911 get?
Official estimates for the 1996 Porsche 911 range from 14 to 18 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.6L 6-cyl, RWD) gets 15 city and 22-23 highway.
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