1996 Porsche 911
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Airbags & Restraints
Airbags & Restraints leads by volume: 2 of 6 complaints (33%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 12 in 1995 to 6 in 1996.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 1995 | 1996 | 1997 | 1998 | vs. 1996 Minicompact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 4,300–4,550 | 4,300–5,550 | 4,300–5,550 | 4,300–4,550 | |
| Combined MPG | 17–18 | 14–18 | 14–18 | 17–18 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 15 / 22–23 | 11–15 / 17–23 | 11–15 / 17–23 | 14–15 / 21–23 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 494–523 | 494–635 | 494–635 | 494–523 | |
| Complaints filed | 12 | 6 | 3 | 2 | |
| Recalls issued | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 1996 Porsche 911 have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 1996 Porsche 911?
Airbags & Restraints: 2 of 6 NHTSA complaints (33%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 1996 Porsche 911 get?
EPA rates it 14–18 MPG combined across 4 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 1996 Porsche 911?
EPA estimates $4,300–$5,550 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 3.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Minicompact Cars | 15 mpg (high) | 22 mpg | 18 mpg (high) | $4,300 (low) | 494 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.6L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Minicompact Cars | 15 mpg (high) | 21 mpg | 17 mpg | $4,550 | 523 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Minicompact Cars | 15 mpg (high) | 23 mpg (high) | 18 mpg (high) | $4,300 (low) | 494 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 4 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.6L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Minicompact Cars | 11 mpg (low) | 17 mpg (low) | 14 mpg (low) | $5,550 (high) | 635 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (3)
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL · Campaign 98V089001 · Feb 16, 1999
Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSSENGER VEHICLES. INADVERTENT DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAG CAN OCCUR.
Consequence: 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.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM · Campaign 95V248000 · Jan 2, 1996
Defect: THE INSIDE PIPES OF THE HEAT EXCHANGERS MIGHT BE SUBJECT TO CRACKING.
Consequence: 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.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE · Campaign 95V247000 · Jan 2, 1996
Defect: THE COVER SLEEVES ON THE EXHAUST TAILPIPES HAVE BEEN SECURED WITH ONLY TWO INSTEAD OF FOUR WELDING SPOTS.
Consequence: 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.