Model year guide

2002 Porsche 911

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2002 Porsche 911 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 20 on record.

2002 Porsche 911 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2002 Porsche 911 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Typical price$22,609

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

2002 Porsche 911 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2002 Porsche 911.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 7 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.

What's a 2002 Porsche 911 worth?

Low
$15,000
Typical price
$22,609
High
$34,000

From 16 comparable 2002 Porsche 911 listings.

Dimensions & weight

Length
174.4–176.0 in
Width
69.7–72.0 in
Height
50.4–51.6 in
Wheelbase
92.5–92.9 in
Curb weight
2,910–3,397 lb
Front track
57.9–58.3 in
Rear track
59.1–61.0 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2002 Porsche 911 — ranges cover the 7 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 1

Rapid coolant loss Closed

On April 26, 2013, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE13-009 to investigate 10 complaints alleging incidents of sudden coolant loss while traveling on public roadways in certain model year (MY) 2001 through 2007 Porsche 911 vehicles. The complaints alleged that pipe ends joined by epoxy to certain cooling system components may fail suddenly and separate, resulting in large volumes of coolant leakage.…

NHTSA #PE13009 · Engine And Engine Cooling · opened Apr 2013 · closed Mar 2014

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 378

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 378.

Parts Information for Parts Withdrawal - Radio & Satellite Radio Receiver. Note that part 91164559100 is also applicable to the following models not in the product list: 911 (1970-1989), 914 (1970-1976), 924 (1976-1985), 924S (1986-1988), 928 (1978-1995), 944…

Bulletin GR13D801-1 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C40 Engine Oils. Note that this bulletin covers all models back to model year 1984, for which C40 engine oils are allocated.

Bulletin No. 28-26 · Power Train, Engine · Sep 2026

Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C20 Engine Oils. Note that the bulletin covers all models back to model year 1984, for which C20 engine oils are allocated.

Bulletin No. 27-26 · Power Train, Engine · Sep 2026

Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C30 Engine Oils. Note that the bulletin includes all models back to model year 1984, for which C30 engine oils are allocated.

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

Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche A40 Engine Oils. Note that this bulletin covers all vehicles from model year 1997 to 2020, for which A40 engine oils are assigned. Model years 1997-2001 are not available for selection in the system.

Bulletin No. 25-26 · 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 Damage to Nano Plug Contacts Due to Utilization of Incorrect Measuring Equipment

Bulletin No. 12-26 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

Special Tools and Equipment Information for Diagnostic Equipment Standards for all USA Porsche Centers

Bulletin SPTL2314a · Aug 2026

Special Tools and Equipment Information for alignment machines - Q2 2026 Software Spec Update Available

Bulletin SPTL2608 · Steering, Suspension, Wheels · Aug 2026

Product Knowledge for Model Type Designations

Bulletin GR16D8a · Aug 2026

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the 911 GT2/TARGA/TURBO. 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.

2002 Porsche 911 trims & engines on record

Trims
Carrera · Turbo · Carrera 4S · Carrera 4
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl 320 hp · 3.6L 6-cyl 415 hp

2002 Porsche 911 vehicles on record

Other Porsche 911 model years

2002 Porsche 911 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Porsche 911 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2002 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.

How much is a 2002 Porsche 911 worth?

Comparable 2002 Porsche 911 listings run roughly $15,000–$34,000, typically around $22,609 (from 16 vehicles).

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