2023 Porsche 911 Carrera problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

Q: What gas mileage does the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera get?

The 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera has a U.S. EPA estimate of 20 mpg combined (18 city / 24 highway).

2023 Porsche 911 Carrera at a glance

Safety recalls1

Owner complaints3

Combined20 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2023 Porsche 911 Carrera recalls 1

Seat Belts:rear/other:retractor NHTSA Campaign #24V123000 · manufacturer #ARA2 · 20/02/2024

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2023 911 Carrera T, 911 Carrera 4 GTS, 911 Carrera GTS, 911 Turbo S, 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera S, 911 Turbo S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4, 911 Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet, 911 Targa 4 GTS, 911 Carrera, 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4S, 911 Targa 4S, 911 Turbo, and 911 Edition 50 Years Porsche Design vehicles. The s…

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear three-point belts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ARA2.

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.

2023 Porsche 911 Carrera common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Engine

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.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

2023 Porsche 911 Carrera MPG & running costs

Combined20 mpg

City18 mpg

Highway24 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$4,100

EPA size classMinicompact Cars

TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S8)

Forced inductionTurbocharged

Engine start-stopYes

Passenger volume70 cu ft

Cargo volume5 cu ft

5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$8,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,500

Fuel only$20,500

Per mile$0.27

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

Length

178.0 in

Width

72.8 in

Height

51.2 in

Wheelbase

96.5 in

Curb weight

3,318–3,640 lb

Front track

62.6 in

Rear track

61.4 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera — ranges cover the 8 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Canadian recalls 4

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Visual 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 2025

Seats And Restraints

Issue: On certain vehicles, the bolts that attach the rear passenger seat belt buckles may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the seat belts could loosen or detach in a crash. Safety Risk: A seat belt that detaches in a crash could create an increased risk of injury. Corrective Actions: Porsche will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a deal…

Transport Canada #2025067 · Feb 2025

Seats And Restraints

Issue: On certain vehicles, the rear passenger seat belts may contain defective automatic locking retractors (ALR). As a result, the seat belts may not properly lock to secure a child seat. Note: The vehicle's lower universal anchorage system (UAS) is not affected by this defect and may still be used to secure a child seat. Safety Risk: A seat belt that is used to secure a chil…

Transport Canada #2024107 · Feb 2024

Airbag

Issue: On certain vehicles equipped with optional full bucket seats, the seat-mounted airbags could deploy in a crash that doesn't require them to. Safety Risk: A seat-mounted airbag that doesn't work properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash. Corrective Actions: Porsche will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the air…

Transport Canada #2023571 · Oct 2023

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

2023 Porsche 911 Carrera vehicles on record

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2023 Porsche 911 Carrera — frequently asked questions

Does the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera?

Across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine, fuel/propulsion system.

What gas mileage does the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera get?

The 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera has a U.S. EPA estimate of 20 mpg combined (18 city / 24 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.