Last updated: 2026-04-20

RELIABILITY SCORE: 68/100 (GOOD)

2025 Porsche 911 Reliability Report

Name: 2025 Porsche 911
Brand: Porsche

The 2025 Porsche 911 scores 68/100 ("Good"). With 2 recalls and 0 owner complaints, reliability is acceptable but not class-leading.

Full Breakdown Compare Models

Recalls

Complaints

Complaint Rate

0per 10,000 sold

Est. Repair Cost

$1072

Annual Fuel Cost

$3,300–$4,300

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint Severity70/100

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs40/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact80/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue Diversity100/100

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Consider

Acceptable reliability — worth considering with a pre-purchase inspection.

Should You Buy the 2025 Porsche 911?

At 68/100, the 2025 Porsche 911 lands in "Good" territory — acceptable, but not class-leading.

Owners log 0 complaints on this model year — enough to suggest attention is needed, but no single failure mode dominates yet.

Get a pre-purchase inspection on any used example, with extra attention to reported problem areas. An extended warranty is worth pricing out.

See also the 2023 Porsche 911 for an earlier comparison.

Pros

+Acceptable reliability score
+Low recall count
+Below-average complaint rate for Sedan

Cons

−Above-average repair costs for its class

Compare 2025 Porsche 911 With

2025 Chevrolet Corvette

Reliability: 78/100

Good

2025 Toyota Supra

Reliability: 78/100

Good

2025 BMW 4-Series

Reliability: 67/100

Good

2025 Ford Mustang

Reliability: 73/100

Good

Common Problem Categories

Safety

LOW RISK

2 manufacturer recalls issued

Recall Overview

recalls on record

The 2025 Porsche 911 carries 2 recalls — a low count. Authorized dealers repair any open recall free of charge, regardless of warranty status.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

per 10,000 sold

Segment avg: 1.9

LowAvgHigh

Very Low

Safety Incidents

Crashes

Fires

Injuries

Deaths

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

2025 Porsche 911 Recall Details

2 recalls have been issued for the 2025 Porsche 911. All recall repairs are performed free of charge at authorized dealerships.

25V8960002025-12-19

BACK OVER PREVENTION

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019-2025 Cayenne, Cayenne E-Hybrid, 2020-2025 911, Taycan, 2024-2025 Panamera, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence

A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the driver assistance software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASB2. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 19, 2026.

25V0790002025-02-12

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2025 911 vehicles. A software error in the front-end electronics control module may result in the low beam headlights creating a glare for oncoming traffic. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence

Excessive glare can decrease the visibility to oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the front-end electronics control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2025. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASA1.

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2025 Porsche 911? Check its history first

Every 2025 Porsche 911 has a different past. A VIN check reveals hidden accidents, title problems, odometer rollbacks, and open recalls that reliability scores can't show you.

Accidents
Open Recalls
Title History
Odometer Rollback

2025 Porsche 911 NHTSA Safety Ratings

Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Rollover risk: 0.0%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Not Available)Adjustable Upper Belt Anchorage (Not Available)Seat Belt Reminder System (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Driver, Front Passenger)Additional Air Bags (Not Available)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (TBT)Unattended Child Reminder Direct Sensing System (Info Not Available)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) (Standard)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) locations (Driver, Front Passenger/Roof)

View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Porsche 911Repair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Est. Annual Maintenance

$1072

vs $739 avg for luxury midsize cars

vs $652 avg for all vehicles

Repair Frequency

0.5

unscheduled repair visits per year

Severe Repair Probability

22%

chance of a major repair

Annual Cost Comparison

911

$1072

Category Avg

$739

All Vehicles

$652

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

MPG & Annual Running Costs

Gas

16–21 MPG

Running cost: $4,350–$5,350/yr

Fuel + repair

14–18 city / 20–25 hwy MPG

Running cost includes EPA fuel-cost estimate and independent repair-cost data (repair cost estimated at model level). Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2025 EPA label cycle.

Gas trims

Trim	Drive	Trans.	City	Hwy	Comb	Fuel Cost
911 Carrera 3.0L 6-cyl	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic (AM-S8)	18	25	21	$3,300
911 Carrera Cabriolet 3.0L 6-cyl	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic (AM-S8)	18	25	21	$3,300
911 Carrera GTS 3.6L 6-cyl	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic (AM-S8)	17	24	20	$3,450
911 Carrera S 3.0L 6-cyl	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic (AM-S8)	17	24	20	$3,450
911 Carrera S Cabriolet 3.0L 6-cyl	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic (AM-S8)	17	24	20	$3,450
911 Carrera T 3.0L 6-cyl	Rear-Wheel Drive	Manual 6-spd	17	25	20	$3,450
911 Carrera 4 GTS 3.6L 6-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (AM-S8)	17	23	19	$3,650
911 Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet 3.6L 6-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (AM-S8)	17	23	19	$3,650
911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet 3.6L 6-cyl	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic (AM-S8)	17	23	19	$3,650
911 Carrera T Cabriolet 3.0L 6-cyl	Rear-Wheel Drive	Manual 6-spd	17	25	19	$3,650
911 Targa 4 GTS 3.6L 6-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (AM-S8)	17	23	19	$3,650
911 Turbo 3.7L 6-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (AM-S8)	14	21	17	$4,050
911 Turbo Cabriolet 3.7L 6-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (AM-S8)	14	20	16	$4,300
911 Turbo S 3.7L 6-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (AM-S8)	14	20	16	$4,300
911 Turbo S Cabriolet 3.7L 6-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (AM-S8)	14	20	16	$4,300

Best & Worst Porsche 911 Years

Comprehensive reliability analysis based on NHTSA data, owner complaints, and historical performance.

Best Porsche 911 Years to Buy

Based on reliability index score

The best Porsche 911 year is 2025 with a reliability score of 68/100, rated good. Other strong picks include 2019 (64/100) and 2018 (64/100).

Top Pick

Good

2025

(Current Model)

2Recalls

0Complaints

Good

2019

1Recalls

2Complaints

Good

2018

1Recalls

1Complaints

Porsche 911 Years to Avoid

No Porsche 911 years are statistical outliers in our data.

All model years score consistently well. The Porsche 911 maintains one of the highest industry standards for long-term durability across its entire production span.

See full Porsche 911 years-to-avoid analysis

Porsche 911 Reliability Score Trend

Porsche 911 reliability has remained consistent across model years, averaging 61/100.

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Porsche 911 reliability scores by year
Year	Score	Rating
2018	64/100	Good
2019	64/100	Good
2020	60/100	Good
2021	58/100	Mixed
2022	58/100	Mixed
2023	58/100	Mixed
2025	68/100	Good

Porsche 911 Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
Year	Score	vs Prior Year	Rating	Recalls	Complaints
2025(selected)	68/100	+10	Good	2	0
2023	58/100	0	Mixed	6	2
2022	58/100	0	Mixed	9	16
2021	58/100	-2	Mixed	6	5
2020	60/100	-4	Good	7	3
2019	64/100	0	Good	1	2
2018	64/100	—	Good	1	1

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2025 Porsche 911 reliable?

The 2025 Porsche 911 has a "Good" reliability rating with a score of 68/100. It is reasonably reliable with 2 recalls and 0 owner complaints, though some issues have been reported.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Porsche 911?

There aren't enough owner complaints to establish common problem patterns yet for the 2025 Porsche 911. Based on available data, the main item to verify is recall completion.

How many recalls does the 2025 Porsche 911 have?

The 2025 Porsche 911 has 2 recalls on record. Recalls are safety or compliance fixes issued by the manufacturer and repaired at no cost at authorized dealerships.

Is the 2025 Porsche 911 expensive to maintain?

The 2025 Porsche 911 has estimated annual repair costs of $1072/year, which is $333 more than the luxury midsize cars average of $739. With a reliability score of 68/100, some repairs may be needed, but overall ownership costs are manageable.

Don’t buy a 2025 Porsche 911 without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

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How We Calculate Reliability Scores

Auto Reliability Index scores are calculated on a 0–100 scale using a weighted formula that combines multiple public data sources. Each factor is weighted based on its predictive value for real-world ownership experience.

Key Ranking Factors

Complaint Severity

NHTSA owner complaints weighted by component category (e.g., powertrain, safety systems, electronics, cosmetic) — safety-critical issues carry more weight than cosmetic ones. Adjusted for sales volume so high-volume models aren't unfairly penalized.

Repair Costs

Independent reliability ratings based on repair frequency, average repair costs, and severity of typical repairs for each model.

Recall Impact

Number of NHTSA recalls weighted by severity. “Stop driving” and fire-risk recalls are penalized more heavily than minor software or labeling recalls.

Issue Diversity

Measures how many major vehicle systems (engine, transmission, electrical, braking, etc.) have recorded complaints. A vehicle with issues spread across many systems may indicate systemic quality issues.

Scores are grouped into four tiers:

80–100: Excellent— Top-tier reliability, minimal issues
60–79: Good— Reliable with some minor concerns
40–59: Mixed— Notable issues, research before buying
0–39: Risky— Significant problems, proceed with caution

Data is sourced from NHTSA recall records, owner complaint filings, and independent repair databases. Scores are recalculated as new data becomes available. While the weighting model is proprietary, all underlying data sources are public and traceable.

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