This is the second time this brand of tire has slipped off the wheel while on the Highway at 55 miles an hour or better. It put me as the driver at severe risk and the car has been damaged twice now. The tire size is Continentals Sport Plus 265/35 ZR 18. They were like new with little mileage. This is a collector item car and cost to repair is great, not to mention how it has forever created a fear in me, of having this happen again. I could have been severely injured if I was not such a good driver. I believe it is tire failure as the tire ripped from itself. There is still tire left on the edge of the rim. AAA saw the damage when they came to put on the spare. I will show it to my tire store this week as it happened on a weekend and they were closed. I will also have my car inspected for damage this week. I did take photos both times. Since this is the second time this has happened with the same type of tire, I believe it to be the tire being faulty and is a high risk for severe injury.
The worst 1997 Porsche 911 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Acceleration1
- Airbags1
- Tires1
Problems by type
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- Acceleration1
- Airbags1
- Tires1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1997 Porsche 911 139
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
1997 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 1997 Porsche 911 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Engine raced to 4500rpms from 1000 rpms and did not idle after pulling off the road. Driver turned the ignition off, restarted and the engine raced to 4500rpms. Driver inspected throttle and it did not appear stuck. He believes it maybe a computer glitch.
Airbag warning light came on and remained on, dealer replaced airbag unit, still comes on while driving.
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Questions about the 1997 Porsche 911
Is the 1997 Porsche 911 reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1997 Porsche 911, fewer than a typical 911 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 Porsche 911?
Acceleration and speed control, with 1 complaint. Next is airbags (1).
How many recalls does the 1997 Porsche 911 have?
No recalls on record.
What gas mileage does the 1997 Porsche 911 get?
Official estimates for the 1997 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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