2012 Porsche 911 Carrera: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera: 2 recalls, 0 owner complaints and up to 22 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 1 equipment/tire recall that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #11V409000 · 2011 · 235 vehicles
What's wrong: 0; and model year 2012 boxster (including s and spyder); cayman (including s and r); 911 carrera (including s, gts, 4, 4s, and 4 gts); 911 targa 4 and targa 4s; and 911 turbo and turbo s models manufactured from May 31, 2011, through June 10, 2011. There is a possibility that the mounting holes in the seat belt anchor plates fitted to the vehicle are too small. If the hole diameter is too small, the anchor plate May…
Why it matters: Should this occur, the seat belt May not be routed optimally around the occupant, or May potentially loosen at some point in the future increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt anchors and, if necessary, replace the seat belt. The repairs will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on September 2, 2011.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #13V058000 · 2013 · 2,263 vehicles
What's wrong: The exhaust tail pipe May fracture and separate from the rear muffler.
Why it matters: If the exhaust tail pipe separates from the muffler it May become a hazard for other vehicles on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear mufflers free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners on May 9, 2013. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.
1 aftermarket equipment / tire recall replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Suspension Equipment recall #20E091000 · 2020 · 584 vehicles
What's wrong: These struts were sold as part of ohlins strut kits part number poz mn02, intended for installation on 1999-2005 Porsche 911 carrera 4 and 4s (generation 996), and 2001-2006 Porsche 911 turbo / turbo s (generation 996) and kit part number poz mn05, intended for installation on 2005-2012 Porsche 911 carrera 4 and 4s (generation 997), and 2006-2013 Porsche 911 turbo / turbo s (generation 997). The pin of the strut May…
Why it matters: If the pin fails, it will cause separation of the strut from the vehicle, affecting vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ohlins will notify owners, and dealers will request the return of all unsold kits containing the subject part from dealer/distributor inventory for a full refund. All owners who purchased one of the kits (poz mn02 or poz mn05) will receive replacement front struts (pos 5n20 or pos 5n21 - these…
Most-reported problems
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera so far.
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 27 | 22 | Premium |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 21 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera, plus 1 equipment or tire recalls that can apply. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera get?
EPA ratings run up to 22 mpg combined (3.6 L, Automatic 7-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.