2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S: 1 recall, 0 owner complaints and up to 17 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #23V715000 · 2023 · 2,923 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021-2023 911 turbo s, 2022 911 turbo, 2022-2023 911 gt3 touring, 911 gt3, 911 carrera 4 gts, 2022-2024 911 carrera gts, 2023 911 gt3 rs, 911 dakar, and 2024 911 carrera t vehicles equipped with optional full bucket seats. The seat-mounted air bags May deploy unnecessarily during a crash.
Why it matters: Air bags that deploy unnecessarily can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will reprogram the air bag control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 11, 2023.
Most-reported problems
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S so far.
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 | Premium |
Want the full repair deets? Get the factory manual.
Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S.
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FAQ
Does the 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S. 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 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S get?
EPA ratings run up to 17 mpg combined (3.7 L, Automatic (AM-S8)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S 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.