2021 Porsche 911 Carrera
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2021 Porsche 911 Carrera is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 6 on record.
2021 Porsche 911 Carrera at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2021 Porsche 911 Carrera recalls 1
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2021 911 Carrera and Taycan vehicles. The pressure input rod connection on the brake booster may be loose and could detach.
Fix: Dealers will repair or replace the brake booster as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB9.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2021 Porsche 911 Carrera common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2021 Porsche 911 Carrera MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2021 Porsche 911 Carrera costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2021 Porsche 911 Carrera — ranges cover the 8 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 696
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 696.
Technical Information for Yellow Warning Message "Rear Axle Steering Has Failed" in Instrument Cluster: Replace Servo Motors for Rear Axle Steering
Bulletin No. 64-26-1 · Steering, Suspension, Wheels · Sep 2026Symptom-based workshop manual for Noises from Front Wiper Blade
Bulletin No. 96-26 · Structure, Visibility/wiper · Sep 2026Technical Information for Wind Noises when Driving from the Sunroof Area
Bulletin No. 92-26 · Structure, Visibility/wiper · Sep 2026Technical Information for Particles/Metal Chips/Residues in Engine Oil
Bulletin No. 91-26 · Power Train, Engine · Sep 2026Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C40 Engine Oils
Bulletin No. 31-26 · Power Train, Engine · Sep 2026Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C20 Engine Oils
Bulletin No. 30-26 · Power Train, Engine · Sep 2026Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C30 Engine Oils
Bulletin No. 29-26 · Power Train, Engine · Sep 2026Special Tools and Equipment Information for alignment machines - Q3 2026 Software Spec Update Available
Bulletin SPTL2609 · Steering, Suspension, Wheels · Sep 2026Technical Information for Vehicle Color in Front Display/Control Panel Wrong after Replacing Central Computer (PCM)
Bulletin No. 86-26 · Electrical System, Exterior Lighting · Sep 2026Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C40 Engine Oils
Bulletin No. 36-26 · Power Train, Engine · Sep 2026Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the 911 CARRERA RWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 5
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2021 Porsche 911 Carrera. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Other
Issue: On certain vehicles, the immobilizer system may not meet certain requirements of Canadian regulations. Safety Risk: This small error does not affect safety. Corrective Actions: This is not a recall. Porsche has made changes to ensure that all new vehicles meet Canadian regulations.
Transport Canada #2026301 · Jun 2026Visual System
Issue: On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear. Safety Risk: A rearview camera image that doesn't display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase…
Transport Canada #2025716 · Dec 2025Structure
Issue: On certain vehicles, the windshield and/or the rear window may not be properly attached. As a result, the front airbag(s) may not inflate properly in a crash. Safety Risk: An airbag that doesn't inflate properly could create an increased risk of injury in a crash. Corrective Actions: Porsche will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership t…
Transport Canada #2024128 · Feb 2024Seats And Restraints
Issue: On certain vehicles, the seat belt reminder chime may not sound to alert you that the front passenger seat belt isn't buckled. Canadian regulations require both a seat belt reminder sound and visual tell-tale when you switch the vehicle on, and the passenger isn't wearing their seat belt. Safety Risk: A seat belt warning that doesn't work correctly may not remind you to…
Transport Canada #2023145 · Mar 2023Seats And Restraints
Issue: On certain vehicles, the passenger seat belt assemblies may contain defective automatic locking retractors (ALR). As a result, the seat belts may not properly lock to secure a child seat. Safety Risk: A seat belt that is not properly locked could increase the risk of injury in a crash. Corrective Actions: Porsche will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your v…
Transport Canada #2021485 · Aug 2021Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
