2001 Porsche 911 carrera Carrera (2WD + 4WD)
WP0AA29971S622549
Vehicle history report for the 2001 Porsche 911 carrera (VIN WP0AA29971S622549). Silver. Title: Clean. 79,177 mi reported. Registered in Ct. 1 open safety recall. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN WP0AA29971S622549
A full report searches national title databases (NMVTIS) and licensed history providers for this VIN and shows whatever records are on file — not every vehicle has every record type. The decode, safety recalls and owner complaints above are always free.
Safety recalls 1
SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT
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 …
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 part
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA for the 2001 Porsche 911 carrera, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 1
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2001 Porsche 911 carrera.
ENGINE
I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF A 2001 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA COUPE WITH 24,800 MILES. AFTER TAKING MY CAR FOR A ROUTINE OIL CHANGE LAST WEEK, THE MECHANIC INFORMED ME ABOUT A IMS BEARING DEFECT. THEY FOUND EVIDENCE IN THE OIL AND HAVE SEEN OTHER CARS WITH THIS ISSUE.THE CAR IS SCHEDULED TO HAVE THE PARTS REPLACED AND REBUILT. THE ESTIMATE WAS $2,000 - $3,000. IF NO…
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