Model year guide

2026 Porsche 911 Carrera

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2026 Porsche 911 Carrera is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 5 on record.

2026 Porsche 911 Carrera — representative photo
Representative photo

2026 Porsche 911 Carrera at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Combined21 mpg

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

2026 Porsche 911 Carrera recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2026 Porsche 911 Carrera.

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.

2026 Porsche 911 Carrera MPG & running costs

Combined21 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,900
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$7,500 more

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

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2026 Porsche 911 Carrera costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$19,500
Fuel only$19,500
Per mile$0.26

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 2026 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 123

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 123.

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 2026

Symptom-based workshop manual for Noises from Front Wiper Blade

Bulletin No. 96-26 · Structure, Visibility/wiper · Sep 2026

Technical Information for Wind Noises when Driving from the Sunroof Area

Bulletin No. 92-26 · Structure, Visibility/wiper · Sep 2026

Technical Information for Particles/Metal Chips/Residues in Engine Oil

Bulletin No. 91-26 · Power Train, Engine · Sep 2026

Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C40 Engine Oils

Bulletin No. 31-26 · Power Train, Engine · Sep 2026

Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C20 Engine Oils

Bulletin No. 30-26 · Power Train, Engine · Sep 2026

Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C30 Engine Oils

Bulletin No. 29-26 · Power Train, Engine · Sep 2026

Special Tools and Equipment Information for alignment machines - Q3 2026 Software Spec Update Available

Bulletin SPTL2609 · Steering, Suspension, Wheels · Sep 2026

Technical Information for Vehicle Color in Front Display/Control Panel Wrong after Replacing Central Computer (PCM)

Bulletin No. 86-26 · Electrical System, Exterior Lighting · Sep 2026

Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C40 Engine Oils

Bulletin No. 36-26 · Power Train, Engine · Sep 2026

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the 911 CARRERA. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2026 Porsche 911 Carrera vehicles on record

Other Porsche 911 Carrera model years

2026 Porsche 911 Carrera — frequently asked questions

Does the 2026 Porsche 911 Carrera have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2026 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 gas mileage does the 2026 Porsche 911 Carrera get?

The 2026 Porsche 911 Carrera has a U.S. EPA estimate of 21 mpg combined (18 city / 25 highway).

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