Airbag indicator light comes on and stays on indicating system failure. No code failure indicated.
The worst 1990 Porsche Carrera 4 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Airbags1
Problems by type
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- Airbags1
Recalls 1
Latches/locks/linkages: hood: latch
- What is wrong
- Luggage in the luggage compartment and or plastic trim surrounding the safety latch may prevent the latch on the front hood from properly locking.
- Risk
- Latch failure could cause hood to open and obstruct thedriver's front view which could result in an accident.
- Remedy
- Replace plastic trim piece and install a bracket behind the safety latch to prevent interference.
Recall number 91V012000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1990 Porsche Carrera 4 80
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- 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
- Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the glass roof
- Special tools and equipment information on PIWIS tester update 42.250.050
- Information on PIWIS tester update 42.250.045
What 1990 Porsche Carrera 4 owners say
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Questions about the 1990 Porsche Carrera 4
Is the 1990 Porsche Carrera 4 reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1990 Porsche Carrera 4, close to a typical Carrera 4 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1990 Porsche Carrera 4?
Airbags, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 1990 Porsche Carrera 4 have?
1 recall, covering latches/locks/linkages.
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