1987 Porsche 924
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1987 Porsche 924 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.
1987 Porsche 924 at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
1987 Porsche 924 recalls 1
THE HOSE MATERIAL USED IN THE SHORT SECTION OF THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL LINE HOSE, BETWEEN THE FUEL RAIL AND FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR, IS SUBJECT TO HARDENING, AND COULD CAUSE FUEL LEAKS BETWEEN THE HOSE AND THE METAL PIPE FITTINGS.
Fix: REPLACE FUEL LINE HOSE WITH HOSES MADE OF IMPROVED MATERIAL.
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.
1987 Porsche 924 common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
Investigations & service bulletins
NHTSA defect investigations 1
UNDER DASH FIRES Closed
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NHTSA #PE89152 · Vehicle Speed Control · opened Aug 1989 · closed Dec 1989An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.
Manufacturer service bulletins 79
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 79.
Information for PIWIS tester update 42.300.050 & .052
Bulletin PIWIS2302s · Equipment · Nov 2023Instructions on manufactures certificate for approved Porsche C30 engine oils
Bulletin No. 33-23 · Equipment · Nov 2023Instructions on manufactures certificate for approved Porsche A40 engine oils
Bulletin No. 35-23 · Equipment · Nov 2023Instructions on manufacturers certificate for approved C20 engine oils
Bulletin No. 32-23 · Equipment · Nov 2023Information for PIWIS tester update 42.300.040 & .041
Bulletin PIWIS2302r · Equipment · Nov 2023Information for PIWIS tester update 42.300.035
Bulletin PIWIS2302q · Equipment · Nov 2023Information for PIWIS tester update 42.300.030 - .032
Bulletin PIWIS2302p · Equipment · Nov 2023Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the glass roof - 9J0877069EY and 9J0877069DY
Bulletin No. D654 · Equipment · Nov 2023Special tools and equipment information on PIWIS tester update 42.250.050
Bulletin PIWIS2302h · Equipment · Oct 2023Information on PIWIS tester update 42.250.045
Bulletin PIWIS2302g · Equipment · Sep 2023Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the 924. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 1
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 1987 Porsche 924. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Fuel System
THE SHORT SECTION OF HIGH PRESSURE FUEL HOSE BETWEEN THE FUEL RAIL AND THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR, WHICH RUNS ALONGSIDE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD, MAY BE SUBJECT TO HARDENING. IN THE EVENT THAT THIS LINE DOES HARDEN, FUEL LEAKS COULD DEVELOP BETWEEN THE HOSE AND METAL PIPE FITTINGS. LEAKING FUEL COULD IGNITE ON THE HOT EXHAUST SYSTEM AND LEAD TO AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE. CORRECTIO…
Transport Canada #1990051 · Apr 1990Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
About the Porsche 924
The Porsche 924 is a sports car produced by Porsche in Neckarsulm, Germany, from 1976 until 1988. A two-door, 2+2 coupé, the 924 replaced the 912E and 914 as the company's entry-level model.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.