Right side door panel failed.
The worst 1997 Porsche Carrera problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Body1
- Brakes1
Problems by type
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- Body1
- Brakes1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1997 Porsche Carrera 110
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 1997 Porsche Carrera owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
When applying the ABS brakes in a sudden stop,the vehicle brakes locked up, causing an accident.
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Questions about the 1997 Porsche Carrera
Is the 1997 Porsche Carrera reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1997 Porsche Carrera, fewer than a typical Carrera model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 Porsche Carrera?
Body and structure, with 1 complaint. Next is brakes (1).
How many recalls does the 1997 Porsche Carrera have?
No recalls on record.
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