1999 Porsche 911
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 4 of 8 complaints (50%) mention it.
Complaints filed rose from 2 in 1998 to 8 in 1999.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 1997 | 1998 | 1999 | 2000 | 2001 | vs. 1999 Minicompact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 4,300–5,550 | 4,300–4,550 | 4,300–4,550 | 4,300–4,550 | 4,300–4,850 | |
| Combined MPG | 14–18 | 17–18 | 17–18 | 17–18 | 16–18 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 11–15 / 17–23 | 14–15 / 21–23 | 15 / 22–23 | 15 / 22–23 | 13–15 / 20–23 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 494–635 | 494–523 | 494–523 | 494–523 | 494–555 | |
| Complaints filed | 3 | 2 | 8 | 6 | 8 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 6 |
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 1999 Porsche 911 have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign 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 1999 Porsche 911?
Engine: 4 of 8 NHTSA complaints (50%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 1999 Porsche 911 get?
EPA rates it 17–18 MPG combined across 4 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 1999 Porsche 911?
EPA estimates $4,300–$4,550 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 5-spd | 6 | 3.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Minicompact Cars | 15 mpg | 23 mpg (high) | 18 mpg (high) | $4,300 (low) | 494 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Minicompact Cars | 15 mpg | 23 mpg (high) | 18 mpg (high) | $4,300 (low) | 494 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 5-spd | 6 | 3.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Minicompact Cars | 15 mpg | 22 mpg (low) | 17 mpg (low) | $4,550 (high) | 523 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 4 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Minicompact Cars | 15 mpg | 22 mpg (low) | 17 mpg (low) | $4,550 (high) | 523 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 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 (1)
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY · Campaign 00V109000 · Apr 28, 2000
Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. INCORRECT PROGRAMMING OF THE ELECTRONIC LOGIC UNIT CAN CAUSE AN INCORRECT FUEL LEVEL.
Consequence: THE VEHICLE COULD RUN OUT OF FUEL CAUSING A LOSS OF POWER.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL UPDATE THE SOFTWARE IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SO THAT THE FUEL LEVEL AND THE RANGE OF REMAINING FUEL ARE DETERMINED AND DISPLAYED CORRECTLY.