Model year guide

2000 Porsche 911

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2000 Porsche 911 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2000 Porsche 911 — representative photo
Representative photo

2000 Porsche 911 at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints5

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

2000 Porsche 911 recalls 1

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly NHTSA Campaign #00V109000 · 10/04/2000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. INCORRECT PROGRAMMING OF THE ELECTRONIC LOGIC UNIT CAN CAUSE AN INCORRECT FUEL LEVEL.

Fix: DEALERS WILL UPDATE THE SOFTWARE IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SO THAT THE FUEL LEVEL AND THE RANGE OF REMAINING FUEL ARE DETERMINED AND DISPLAYED CORRECTLY.

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.

2000 Porsche 911 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Equipment
Test all accessories — sunroof, climate, seats, electronics — for proper operation.

Dimensions & weight

Length
174.4–174.8 in
Width
69.7–72.0 in
Height
51.2–51.6 in
Wheelbase
92.5 in
Curb weight
2,910–3,397 lb
Front track
57.5 in
Rear track
59.1 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2000 Porsche 911 — ranges cover the 5 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 125

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 125.

Parts information with parts withdrawal involving the hydro-mounting - 992199384F The affected vehicles are cars that use the part number mentioned.

Bulletin No. D704 · Nov 2024

Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the oil separator. The affected vehicles are cars that use part number 0PC115099A

Bulletin No. D703 · Engine · Nov 2024

Special tools and equipment information for the WiScope UV upgrade - affecting all Porsche models

Bulletin No. 2416 · Nov 2024

Information on PIWIS tester update 43.000.020 & .021. PIWIS tester updates applies to all Porsche models that have an OBD2 port.

Bulletin PIWIS2402h · Nov 2024

Information on PIWIS tester update 43.000.017. PIWIS tester updates applies to all Porsche models that have an OBD2 port.

Bulletin PIWIS2402g · Nov 2024

Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the camera and control unit with the camera - PAD980551 & PAD980568C. The affected vehicles are cars that use the part numbers mentioned.

Bulletin No. D702 · Visibility/wiper, Electrical System · Nov 2024

Information on PIWIS tester update 43.000.016. PIWIS tester updates applies to all Porsche models with an OBD2 port.

Bulletin PIWIS2402f · Nov 2024

Information on PIWIS tester update 43.000.010, .011 & .015. PIWIS tester updates applies to all Porsche models with an OBD2 port.

Bulletin PIWIS2402e · Nov 2024

Manufacturers certificate with an overview on approved Porsche A40 engine oils. See attached for list of affected vehicles.

Bulletin No. 29-24 · Engine · Sep 2024

Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the windscreen. Vehicles affected are cars that use part numbers 992845011Q, 992845011AN, 992845011S, 992845011AM, 992845011BL, 992845011DB, 992845047DY, 992845047FY

Bulletin No. D698.1 · Structure · Sep 2024

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

About the Porsche 911

The Porsche 911 model series is a family of two-door, high performance rear-engine sports cars, introduced in September 1964 by Porsche of Stuttgart, Germany, and now in its eighth generation. All 911s have a rear-mounted flat-six engine, and usually 2+2 seating, except for special 2-seater variants. Originally, 911s had air-cooled engines, and torsion bar suspension, but the 911 has been continuously changed and improved across generations. Though the 911 core concept has remained largely unchanged, water-cooled engines were introduced with the 996 series in 1998, and front and rear suspension have been replaced by Porsche-specific MacPherson suspension in the front, and independent multi-l…

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2000 Porsche 911 vehicles on record

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2000 Porsche 911 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Porsche 911 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2000 Porsche 911. 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 2000 Porsche 911?

Across all 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine and engine cooling, tires, electrical system.

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