2005 Porsche 911 Turbo recalls & complaints
Source: NHTSA, updated daily. Last checked 2026-10-18. Recalls apply to specific VINs — run your VIN to confirm.
1 safety recall, most serious first
1. Suspension
What's wrong, in plain English: Parts can break and cause loss of control. 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…
What could happen: 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 parts are interchangeab…
What to do
- Check whether your car is affected: enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. A recall covers specific VINs, not every 2005 911 TURBO.
- Book a repair at any authorized Porsche dealer. Quote NHTSA campaign 20E091000.
- The repair is free. By US law, safety recall repairs cost the owner nothing, no matter the car's age or mileage.
- Manufacturer hotline: 1-800-336-9029.
- Buying this car used? Ask the seller for proof the recall was completed, or run the VIN yourself before paying.
Official wording from NHTSA
Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT
Summary: Ohlins USA, Inc (Ohlins) is recalling certain Front Struts, part number POS 5N20. 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 experience excessive stress during maximum steering, possibly resulting breakage of the pin.
Consequence: If the pin fails, it will cause separation of the strut from the vehicle, affecting vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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 parts are interchangeable), along with new top mount interface solutions, free of charge. The recall began December 22, 2020. Owners may contact Ohlins customer service at 1-800-336-9029.
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Useful for owners
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Most complained-about parts: Engine (6), Brakes (1), Hydraulic (1), Fuel system (1), Gasoline (1).
Complaints are unverified reports from owners. A pattern (many complaints about the same part) matters more than any single one.
Read recent complaints (6)
09/12/2014 · Engine
I WAS DRIVING MY CAR ON CITY STREETS WHEN A WARNING MESSAGE APPEARED ON MY DASHBOARD INDICATING THAT I SHOULD CHECK MY ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL. I DROVE ON FOR A SHORT TIME (A FEW MINUTES) AND THEN PARKED BRIEFLY, SHUTTING OFF THE ENGINE (AGAIN FOR A FEW MINUTES) TO CONSIDER THE SITUATION AND TO CALL THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT OF MY DEALERSHIP (WHICH WAS CLOSED SI…
12/31/2013 · Brakes
EPOXY HOLDING PIPE IN WATER PUMP HOUSING FAILED CAUSING PIPE TO SEPARATE, COOLANT TO DUMP ON REAR WHEELS AND BRAKES, AND LOSS OF TRACTION/DEGRADED REAR BRAKING. *TR
07/31/2013 · Engine
DUE TO HIGHLIGHTED PROBLEMS WITH THE COOLING SYSTEM (NAMELY THE FITTINGS POPPING OFF) ON THE 2005 PORSCHE 911 GT3 IN VARIOUS FORUMS AND WEB SITES. I HAVE DECIDED TO PERFORM PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE AND TO ALLEVIATE SAFETY CONCERN WITH THE COOLING SYSTEM (FITTING AND HOSES) TO WELD THE COOLANT CUPLINGS. *TR
06/21/2013 · Wheels / tires
I WAS DRIVING ON A SATURDAY NIGHT ON INTERSTATE 79 NORTHBOUND AT APPROXIMATELY MILE MARKER 3 BETWEEN MINK SHOALS AND ELKVIEW, WV. I HAD JUST PICKED UP A PIZZA AND I WAS HEADED HOME A FEW MILES FROM MY HOUSE. I WAS GOING UPHILL WHEN I HEARD A POP AND SAW A HUGE PLUME OF STEAM SHOOT OUT FROM BEHIND MY CAR. I THEN TAPPED THE BRAKES AND THE REAR RIGHT TIRE GOT…
04/17/2013 · Engine
COOLANT PIPE FAILURE AT GLUED FITTINGS WITHIN ENGINE. *TR
06/28/2011 · Engine
PORSCHE 911 TURBO 2005, CATASTROPHIC COOLANT LOSS/FAILURE. CATASTROPHIC COOLANT FAILURE OF A WATER CONNECTION TO THE ENGINE. FAILURE OF ADHESIVE BOND. COOLANT SPRAYED ON REAR TIRES, AND LOSS OF TRACTION. *TR