This page covers 3 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera.
21–22 mpg combined
10.7–11.2 L/100km
Minicompact Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
The 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera has 3 recalls, the most serious being a fuel line that can uncouple and leak fuel near ignition sources, creating a fire risk, while also potentially causing the engine to misfire or stall.
On the suspension side, certain aftermarket Ohlins front struts have a pin that can fail, causing the strut to separate from the vehicle entirely. When a strut detaches, the driver loses control over steering and wheel movement on that corner, raising the risk of a crash. The third recall involves the exhaust system: tailpipes can fracture and break away from the muffler while the vehicle is moving, dropping onto the road where they can strike other vehicles, fixed objects, or pedestrians nearby.
At a glance
What can fail
The front strut pin may break under stress during maximum steering turns on certain Porsche 911 models equipped with Ohlins strut kits.
What the fix does
Ohlins will replace the front struts and top mount interfaces with improved parts at no cost.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The exhaust tailpipe can crack and separate from the muffler. A detached tailpipe could fall and strike another vehicle, object, or person, causing injury or damage.
What the fix does
The dealer will replace both muffler assemblies to prevent the tailpipe from separating.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A fuel line connector can separate when it contacts the coolant pipe, causing fuel to leak. Leaking fuel near ignition sources could cause fire. Fuel loss can also make the engine misfire and stall, causing loss of power and increasing crash risk.
What the fix does
Dealers will install a spacer ring between the fuel line connector and coolant pipe to prevent contact and separation.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
