2007 Porsche 911 (997)

Owner complaints

What owners report most

1. Engine2
2. Exterior lighting1
3. Structure1

Latest complaints

• Jan 31, 2019AL300,085 mi
  Engine
  The vehicle lost most of it's power from an engine failure while traveling at approximately 60 mph on the interstate almost causing me to be rear-ended and a multi-car pileup. I was very fortunate to escape a major accident. an independent porsche repair shop, eurasian auto, "bore scoring" on…

  The vehicle lost most of it's power from an engine failure while traveling at approximately 60 mph on the interstate almost causing me to be rear-ended and a multi-car pileup. I was very fortunate to escape a major accident. an independent porsche repair shop, eurasian auto, "bore scoring" on cylinder 5. Factory dealer, porsche of birmingham, confirmed that diagnosis. The automobile only has 30,000 miles on it. The engine now needs to be completely rebuilt. I searched online and found numerous examples of this same thing happening happening to other owners of 911S with this model engine. It was used in 911S between 05 and 09. It occurs in both the 3,6 liter engine and the higher horse power 3.8. Some reports say the failure IS even more prevalent in the 3.8 liter which IS in the s version. My car IS a 3.8 liter s version. The problem IS so prevalent that several companies now specialize in remanufacturing 05 to 09 911 engines that have suffered bore scoring and providing "fixes" so that bore scoring will not happen again. These companies include flat six innovations, rnd, and struttcars. If you look at any of these companies websites you will see an explanation of the problem and their solutions. Porsche IS aware of the problem and has refused to address the issue. So that you will know this safety issue IS not an isolated issue, I enclose several online references to the problem. Also I will keep the car garaged in it's current condition for 5 months if you want to test it.

• May 3, 2013CA9,000 mi
  Engine
  I am submitting this due to the problems associated with the coolant lines coming out of the motor block. This did not happen to my car but I felt the risk was to high considering all of the documented failures…

  I am submitting this due to the problems associated with the coolant lines coming out of the motor block. This did not happen to my car but I felt the risk was to high considering all of the documented failures (http://forums.rennlist.com/rennforums/997-gt2-gt3-forum/592328-catastrophic-coolant-hose-coupling-failure-registry.html ). This series of cars have been known to drop all of the coolant out while driving. I elected to have the coolant hoses secured at a cost of $3100. I did not want to be driving and crash or cause another driver behind me to crash. *Tr

• Apr 6, 2008CA
  Exterior lighting · Structure
  This IS not a complaint of a vehicle I own but a complaint I believe to be safety related. some porsche models like 911 and boxter have a side marker light that IS located at the wheel opening. at night there IS a bright white light that shines back at vehicles driving behind the porsche in the…

  This IS not a complaint of a vehicle I own but a complaint I believe to be safety related. some porsche models like 911 and boxter have a side marker light that IS located at the wheel opening. at night there IS a bright white light that shines back at vehicles driving behind the porsche in the lane next to them. this either makes it hard for the other driving to see as this light has a blinding effect or will give the driver the impression that an on coming car IS approaching in their lane. I believe the fix to be simple but the current situation IS unsafe. *tr

Service bulletins

Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.

• 11011666Parts information with parts withdrawal involving the hydro-mounting - 992199384F The affected vehicles are cars that use the part number mentioned.
• 11011572Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the oil separator. The affected vehicles are cars that use part number 0PC115099A
• 11011570Special tools and equipment information for the WiScope UV upgrade - affecting all Porsche models
• 11011563Information on PIWIS tester update 43.000.020 & .021. PIWIS tester updates applies to all Porsche models that have an OBD2 port.
• 11011561Information on PIWIS tester update 43.000.017. PIWIS tester updates applies to all Porsche models that have an OBD2 port.
• 11011552Parts 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.
• 11011200Information on PIWIS tester update 43.000.016. PIWIS tester updates applies to all Porsche models with an OBD2 port.
• 11011195Information on PIWIS tester update 43.000.010, .011 & .015. PIWIS tester updates applies to all Porsche models with an OBD2 port.
• 11009877Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.048
• 11009862Special tools and equipment information for the mobile data signal strength in the workshop
• 11008666Manufacturers certificate with an overview on approved Porsche A40 engine oils. See attached for list of affected vehicles.
• 11008661Manufacturers certificate with an overview on approved Porsche C30 engine oils. See attached for list of affected vehicles. All MY04-20
• 11008658Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the windscreen. Vehicles affected are cars that use part numbers 992845011Q, 992845011AN, 992845011S, 992845011AM, 992845011BL, 992845011DB, 992845047DY, 992845047FY
• 11008657Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.040. PIWIS tester updates applies to all Porsche models that have an OBD2 port.
• 11008637Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.032. PIWIS tester updates applies to all Porsche models that have an OBD2 port.
• 11008636Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.030. PIWIS tester updates applies to all Porsche models that have an OBD2 port.
• 11008635Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the booster - 7PP035223M, 7PP035223AA, 99164548000. Vehicles affected are cars that use the part numbers listed.
• 11008624Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.025
• 11008603Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the windscreen. The cars involved are cars that use the part numbers 992845011Q, 992845011AN, 992845011S, 992845011AM, 992845011BL, 992845011DB, 992845047DY, 992845047FY
• 11008486Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.021
• 11008479Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the chain tensioner - 0PB109507D
• 11008476Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.020
• 11008473Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the seat frame - 992885456CY
• 11008470Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.015
• 11008454Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the booster - 7PP035223M, 7PP035223AA, and 99164548000
• 11008449Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.010 & .011
• 11008441Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the engine oil (00004321093)
• 11008440Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.000 & .001
• 11007107Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the wire set - 976971227 & 976971227A
• 11007096Information on PIWIS tester update 42.900.030
• 11007041Information on PIWIS tester update 42.900.020
• 11007037Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the ball screw - PAF004835
• 11007036Information on PIWIS tester update 42.900.010
• 11006874Parts information for parts withdrawal involving a number of parts for the flange, fuel pump, and fuel filter
• 11006858Product Knowledge on the chassis/VIN numbering systems
• 11006850Information on PIWIS tester update 42.900.000
• 11005806Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the charger for the high-voltage battery
• 11005805Information on PIWIS tester update 42.800.070 & .072
• 11005798Special tools and equipment information VAS6292 Hunter Aligner License Program Change
• 11005786Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the brake hose 9J1611707F and 9J1611708F

Every Porsche 911 (997) model year

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