NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2001 Porsche 911 Turbo; the most frequently affected component is suspension — macpherson strut. Owners filed 22 complaints, most often about engine. Among the 15 model years of this model in the database, 2001 ranks #1 for number of recalls.
Suspension — Macpherson strutCampaign 20E091000 · 11 Dec 2020
Problem: Ohlins USA, Inc (Ohlins) is recalling certain Front Struts, part number POS 5N20. These struts were sold as part of Ohlins strut kits part number POZ MN02, intended for installation on 1999-2005 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 and 4S (generation 996), and 2001-2006 Porsche 911 Turbo / Turbo S (generation 996) and kit part number POZ MN05, intended for installation on 2005-2012 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 and 4S (generation 997), and 2006-2013 Porsche 911 Turbo / Turbo S (generation 997). The pin of the strut may experience excessive stress during maximum steering, possibly resulting breakage of the pin.
Risk: If the pin fails, it will cause separation of the strut from the vehicle, affecting vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ohlins will notify owners, and dealers will request the return of all unsold kits containing the subject part from dealer/distributor inventory for a full refund. All owners who purchased one of the kits (POZ MN02 or POZ MN05) will receive replacement front struts (POS 5N20 or POS 5N21 - These parts are interchangeable), along with new top mount interface solutions, free of charge. The recall began December 22, 2020. Owners may contact Ohlins customer service at 1-800-336-9029.
Fuel system, gasoline — Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCampaign 01V016000 · 23 Jan 2001
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. It is possible that the fuel supply line could leak due to chaffing with the intake manifold and/or the fuel return line could leak due to chaffing with a spring band clamp used to secure a coolant line.
Risk: The leaking fuel could come into contact with the exhaust system, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install a protective sheath on the fuel supply line. In addition, for vehicles produced between april 7 and may 22, 2000, the spring band clamp will be replaced with a screw type hose clamp and installed in such a way that it cannot come into contact with the fuel return line. Owner notification began february 1, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact porsche at 1-800-545-8039.
Power train — Pedal/hand lever(motorcycle)Campaign 01V015000 · 23 Jan 2001
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. It is possible that the clutch pressure line could leak in the area of its connection with the clutch cylinder.
Risk: A reduction, or complete loss, of the clutch and steering power assistance could result. If leaking fluid contacts the exhaust system, there is a risk of fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the clutch pressure line and an additional supporting bracket will be installed on vehicles produced before october 13, 2000. Vehicles produced after october 13, 2000 has a new type of clutch pressure line. On vehicles produced between october 13 and november 28, 2000, an additional supporting bracket will be installed. Owner notification began february 1, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact porsche at 1-800-545-8039.
What owners complain about
Share of the 22 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.
Engine15 · 68%
Power train4 · 18%
Engine and engine cooling3 · 14%
Air bags2 · 9%
Fuel/propulsion system1 · 5%
Tires1 · 5%
When complaints were filed
20031
20061
20071
20081
20112
201314
20151
20171
From owner complaints
At about 30,000 miles, the transmission in my 2001 porsche 911 turbo began popping out of second gear upon deceleration. Porsche is aware of this problem in the manual transmissions in these cars, and even has a technical bulletin out that states it might be because of assembly defects. Certainly, the brass synchros…
Sudden, catastrophic failure of coolant hose 996.106.502.74 by longitudinal split approximately 4" long. Coolant dumped on lr wheel caused loss of control and vehicle spin. *tr
Water manifold has press-fit epoyy connections that have been known to come loose. Mine did and i lost all of my coolant. It blew across the whole engine bay and over back tires. Very dangerous as a car spun out of control behind me as well. Took engine apart and welded two of the fittings but several others remain…
Coolant pipe experienced catastrophic failure while on a public roadway. Was traveling on straight, smooth road about 55-60mph when coolant warning light came on and engine temperature rose without warning. I had no where to pull over on the two-lane road, so was forced to stop car in lane, putting myself and family…
Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.