1997 Porsche 911-CARRERA-4Porsche 911-carrera-4 1997

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Consumer Complaints, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins

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Below you will find all available information on the 1997 Porsche 911-CARRERA-4, manufacturered by Dr. Ing. H.c.f. Porsche Ag.
The vehicle is described as a Rear-Wheel Drive Minicompact Cars 2-door sedan,hardtop,coupe.

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
PorscheWP0 Premium
City MPGHighway MPGCO2 emissions
15 MPG21 - 23 MPG493.72 - 522.76 g/mile
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Sub-models: - 911 Carrera 4/2 - 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet -

Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the MPG of a 1997 Porsche 911-CARRERA-4?
     - The 1997 Porsche 911-CARRERA-4 has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 15 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 21 - 23 MPG.
  • What is the fuse box diagram for the 1997 Porsche 911-CARRERA-4?
     - Fuse box diagrams for the 1997 Porsche 911-CARRERA-4 can be found here
  • What is the annual fuel cost for the 1997 Porsche 911-CARRERA-4?
     - EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1997 Porsche 911-CARRERA-4 is $3700.
  • Where is the 1997 Porsche 911-CARRERA-4 produced?
     - The 1997 Porsche 911-CARRERA-4 is produced in Stuttgart-zuffenhausen -, Germany.
  • Are there recalls for the 1997 Porsche 911-CARRERA-4?
     - There are 4 recall(s) for the 1997 Porsche 911-CARRERA-4, additional information is below.
  • How much horsepower does the 1997 Porsche 911-CARRERA-4 have?
     - The 1997 Porsche 911-CARRERA-4 has 400 horsepower.
Available Engine & Drive Classes
  • 3.6L 6 cylinder 4-speed automatic
  • 3.6L 6 cylinder 6-speed manual
NHTSA Mandated Recalls

  • Recall 33841 [USA]: The softtop can inadvertently open startling the driver, which could result in a crash.

  • Recall 12286 [USA]: In the event of a crash, this results in the deployment of the air bag(s) which could result in severe injury or death to the child seat occupant.

  • Recall R/2005/009 [UK]: The locking mechanism for convertible top may fail

  • Recall 2004449 [Canada]: Other

To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.

Recalls are also available on the Complaints page
NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details

  • Automatic 4-spd Rear-Wheel Drive 911 Carrera 4/2

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.6
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-8750
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 116.5283
    City mpg for fuel type 1,15
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,18
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.6
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index42020
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)3700
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Premium
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Premium Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,22
    Vehicle record id13292
    2 door luggage volume (cubic feet)4
    Model name (carline)911 Carrera 4/2
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    2-door passenger volume (cubic feet)55
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 119.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 131.0
    EPA vehicle size classMinicompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-8750
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013

  • Manual 6-spd Rear-Wheel Drive 911 Carrera 4/2

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.6
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionManual 6-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-8750
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 116.5283
    City mpg for fuel type 1,15
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,18
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.6
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index42020
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)3700
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Premium
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Premium Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,23
    Vehicle record id13293
    2 door luggage volume (cubic feet)4
    Model name (carline)911 Carrera 4/2
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    2-door passenger volume (cubic feet)55
    TransmissionManual 6-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 119.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 132.0
    EPA vehicle size classMinicompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-8750
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013

  • Manual 6-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive 911 Carrera 4/2

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.6
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(GUZZLER) (FFS)
    TransmissionManual 6-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-9750
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 117.5006
    City mpg for fuel type 1,15
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,17
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.6
    Drive axle type4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index42020
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(GUZZLER) (FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)3900
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Premium
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Premium Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,21
    Vehicle record id13294
    2 door luggage volume (cubic feet)4
    Model name (carline)911 Carrera 4/2
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    2-door passenger volume (cubic feet)55
    TransmissionManual 6-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 118.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 129.0
    EPA vehicle size classMinicompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-9750
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • No. 2404 - POWER TRAIN: Special tools and equipment information for the boxster, cayman, 911, and panamera
  • No. 2403 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: Special tools and equipment information for brake caliper pins for the 911, boxster, and cayman
  • PIWIS2401j - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Information for piwis tester update 42.500.020
  • No. D8 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Product knowledge for the chassis and vin numbering systems
  • PIWIS2401f - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Information for piwis tester update 42.500.008
  • PIWIS2401e - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Information on piwis tester update 42.500.005
  • PIWIS2302s - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update 42.300.050 & .052
  • No. 35-23 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Instructions on manufactures certificate for approved porsche a40 engine oils
  • No. 33-23 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Instructions on manufactures certificate for approved porsche c30 engine oils
  • No. 32-23 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Instructions on manufacturers certificate for approved c20 engine oils
  • PIWIS2302r - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update 42.300.040 & .041
  • PIWIS2302q - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update 42.300.035
  • PIWIS2302p - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update 42.300.030 - .032
  • No. D654 - EQUIPMENT: Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the glass roof - 9j0877069ey and 9j0877069dy
  • PIWIS2302h - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Special tools and equipment information on piwis tester update 42.250.050
  • PIWIS2302g - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Information on piwis tester update 42.250.045
  • PIWIS2302f - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Information on piwis tester update 42.250.042
  • PIWIS2302e - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Information piwis tester update 42.250.040
  • PIWIS2302d - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Information on piwis tester update 42.250.032
  • PIWIS2302C - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Information on piwis tester update 42.250.030
  • PIWIS2302b - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Information on piwis tester update 42.200.025
  • PIWIS2302a - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Information on piwis tester update 42.200.020 & .022
  • No. 2314 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Special tools and equipment information for all porsche models. Diagnostic equipment standards.
  • No. 19-23 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION: Manufacturers certificate for an overview of approved porsche a40 engine oils.
  • No. 18-23 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION: Manufacturers certificate for an overview of approved porsche c40 engine oils.
  • No. 17-23 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION: Manufacturers certificate for an overview of approved porsche c30 engine oils.
  • No. 16-23 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION: Manufacturers certificate for an overview of approved porsche c20 engine oils.
  • PIWIS2301az - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Information on piwis tester update 42.200.000 a?? 42.200.012
  • No. 2313 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Special tools and equipment information for the pico oscilloscope extended functionality
  • No. D5 - EQUIPMENT: Parts information for parts withdrawal on the locks made to original key code
  • No. D647 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Parts information on parts withdrawal for the oil pump
  • No. 14-23 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Manufacturers certificate for allocation of approved engine oils
  • PIWIS2301as - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update 42.100.000, .010 & .011
  • PIWIS2301ar - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE: Information for piwis tester updates 42.000.050 & .051
  • PIWIS2301aq - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE: Information for piwis tester update 42.000.048
  • PIWIS2301ap - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update 42.000.040
  • PIWIS2301ao - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update 42.000.035
  • No. 2311 - EQUIPMENT: Special tools information on an upgrade to the pushers for the vas5237
  • No. 02-23-1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Manufacturers certificate for approved engine c20 engine oils.
  • No. D4a - EQUIPMENT: Product knowledge for the porsche evolution from 1948-2023.
  • PIWIS2301k - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update 41.750.045 & .046
  • No. 2303 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Special tools information for the pneumatic cartridge gun.
  • No. 05-23 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Overview of approved engine a40 oils for all porsche models that use a40 oil.
  • No. 04-23 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Overview of approved engine c40 oils for all porsche models that use c40 oil.
  • No. 03-23 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Overview of approved engine c30 oils for all porsche models that use c30 oil.
  • No. 2234 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Instructions on advanced technical information for improper odometer and speedometer function
  • No. 17D4a - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: The following illustrations are based on the four poster set "evolution porsche 1948-2006".
  • No. 1758.4 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Special tools information for the logo templates and exchangeable inserts.
  • PIWIS2202b - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update 41.500.020 & .022
  • No. 2221 - EQUIPMENT: Special tools information for the 9282 supersedes to the pna9282nar.
  • No. D618.1 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the gateway
  • PIWIS2201au - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update 41.400.000 & .010.
  • PIWIS2201at - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update #41.375.050
  • PIWIS2201as - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update #41.375.045.
  • No. D615 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the fuel filler flap
  • PIWIS2201ar - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update #41.375.040
  • No. 1804.1 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Instructions on advanced technical information for the lubricant for the sunroof/sliding roof.
  • PIWIS2201an - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update #41.300.000, .010 & .012
  • No. 2002.1 - EQUIPMENT: Special tools information for new blitz table replacement castors.
  • No. 33-22 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Overview of approved engine c20 engine oils for all porsche models using this oil.
  • No. 31-22 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Overview of approved engine c40 engine oils for all porsche models using this oil.
  • No. 36-22 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Instructions on the manufacturers certificate for approve porsche a40 engine oils.
  • No. 35-22 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Overview of approved engine c30 oils for porsche models using c30 oils.
  • No. 2214 - EQUIPMENT: Special tools and equipment for the vag 1561 storage kit in foam with blades
  • No. 22100 - EQUIPMENT: Special tools information for vas 5161a tool kit for valve cotter r&i and cylinder head repair
  • No. 1801.4 - BRAKES (PWS): Advanced technical information for a brake squeal.
  • No. D599 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the valve spring. Part numbers affected are paB109623 and 958109623.
  • No. 06-22 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Instructions on the manufacturers certificate for allocation of approved engine oils up until my2020. (starting back at my1984). An overview of the approved engine oils.
  • PIWIS2101bc - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Information for piwis tester update. #40.750.000 & .030
  • No. 2116 - EQUIPMENT: Special tools information for a new contact surface cleaning set.
  • No. 56-20 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Instructions on the porsche classic communication management plus - pccm plus
  • No. 59-21 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved c20 engine oils for all porsche models using c20 oil.
  • No. 60-21 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved engine c30 engine oils for all porsche vehicles using c30 oil.
  • No. 61-21 - EQUIPMENT: List of approved engine oils for all porsche models using c40 oil.
  • No. 62-20 - WHEELS: List of approved wheels, tires, and spacers for the 911, for models years 1994 to 1998.
  • PIWIS2101ac - EQUIPMENT: Information on new piwis tester update #40.300.020.
  • PIWIS2101ab - EQUIPMENT: Information on piwis tester update #40.300.000 & .010.
  • PIWIS2101aa - EQUIPMENT: Information on new piwis tester update #40.250.040
  • No. D13.2 - EQUIPMENT: Information on new piwis tester program for independent repair facilities.
  • PIWIS2101z - EQUIPMENT: Information on porsche piwis tester update #40.250.030 & .035.
  • STB4145-15 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER: As of 1994 up to 1998 replacement shock absorbers (strut inserts) the respective chassis no longer available.
  • STB47-16 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER: Replacing shock absorbers (strut inserts)
  • ATIALL41605 - BRAKES (PWS): Understanding and addressing brake squeal complaints.
  • ATIALL1601 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : 1997 to present - vehicle analysis log types - in an effort to prode accurate information regarding the state of the vehicle at the time fof val creation, a "log type" drop down menu was added at the end of the val creation menu.
  • PIWIS2101y - EQUIPMENT: Information on porsche piwis tester iii online update 40.200.020.
  • PIWIS2101x - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information on porsche piwis tester iii online update 40.200.000, .010, .015 & .016.
  • No. 52-21 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information on how to deal with a potential cyber security breach.
  • No. D4a - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Historical information on porsche product evolution.
  • No. 13-21 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved c20 style engine oils for classic and new porsche models since 1984.
  • No. 09-21 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved a40 style engine oils for new and classic porsche vehicles my 1984 and newer.
  • No. 08-21 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved c40 engine oils for new and classic porsche vehicles my 1984 and newer.
  • No. 07-21-1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved c30 engine oils for all new and classic porsche vehicles my1984 and newer.
  • No. 03-21 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved c20 engine oils for all new and classic porsche models 1984 and newer.
  • PIWIS2102j - EQUIPMENT: Information on piwis tester update 40.000.020 & .022.
  • 122-S6Q2R-06 - BRAKES (PWS): Resubmitting at request of mr. Bernard hardgrave. Advanced technical information on brake fluid for all porsche vehicles.
  • No. 1820.1 - STRUCTURE: Special tools information on a measuring and alignment system.
  • No. D536 - EQUIPMENT: Information on parts withdrawal of closed workshop campaign parts.
  • No. 54-20 - EQUIPMENT: List of approved a40 style engine oils for new and classic porsche models.
  • No. 53-20 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved c40 style engine oils for new and classic porsche vehicles.
  • No. 2000 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Advanced technical information on a nvh lubrication kit.
  • PIWIS2001af - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information on piwis tester iii online update 39.700.030
  • PIWIS2001ad - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information on piwis tester iii online update 39.700.020
  • No. 33-20 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Overview of approved porsche c20 engine oils
  • PIWIS2001ac - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information on piwis tester iii online update 39.700.000, .010 & .012
  • No. 3-20 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Information on classic 993 generation 911 crankcases.
  • No. 56-20 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT: Information on classic radio options for the 996 and 986 models.
  • No. 14-16 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Information on improving documentation or visual and/or acoustic repairs with pictures and/or sound files.
  • Charging lockup - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Info on a new customer tool for looking up campaigns and recalls on their vehicle.
  • No. D4a - EQUIPMENT: Document showing the evolution of porsche vehicles since 1948.
  • PIWIS2001v - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Information on new piwis tester update 39.500.020 and .025.
  • No. 19-20 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : List of approved engine oils for classic vehicles.
  • No. 16-20 - EQUIPMENT: List of approved a40 engine oils for all applicable vehicles as of 1984.
  • 122-M8J3B-05 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved c40 engine oils for all porsche models since 1984.
  • 122-F4J4K-04 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved engine oils for all porsche models.
  • 122-J4L4X-03 - EQUIPMENT: Bulletin outlining new blitz table replacement castors due to a high rate of failure reported by dealers.
  • 122-H6D8D-03 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Bulletin outlining new piwis tester update 39.100.030 & .035
  • 122-V4J2F-03 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Bulletin outlining piwis tester update 39.200.000, .010, .015, .016, & .017
  • 122-T9S3B-02 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved c30 engine oils for all porsche vehicles since 1984.
  • 122-Z2X7A-02 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved c20 engine oils for all porsche vehicles since 1984.
  • 122-S7K8Z-02 - WHEELS: List of approved a40 engine oils for all porsche vehicles since 1984.
  • 122-T6A9F-02 - ENGINE (PWS): Parts withdrawal for various parts that were used in recall and workshop campaigns.
  • 122-H6M8Z-01 - EQUIPMENT: Porsche intranet posting outlining the warranty credit stop that takes place at the end of every calendar year.
  • 122-H4F7Z-01 - EQUIPMENT: Updated worksheet for chassis and vin numbering system. Updated to include 2020 models including the taycan.
  • 122-L7Q9T-01 - EQUIPMENT: Updated bulletin with the full list of porsche model type designations.
  • 122-A9R3U-01 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information about new piwis tester update 39.050.010
  • 122-S2J9B-01 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information about new piwis tester update 39.050.012
  • 122-Y9Z9P-01 - EQUIPMENT: Information about new piwis tester updates 39.000.022 and 39.050.000
  • 122-M6J2U-01 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information about piwis tester update 39.000.020
  • 122-F5T6X-01 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Instructions for manually setting the date and time on older model vehicles with gps and pcm 2.1 or older.
  • 122-A7G3D-12 - EQUIPMENT: List of valid advanced technical information bulletins (atis) as of 11/22/2019
  • 122-T4D2V-11 - EQUIPMENT: Parts withdrawal for sealing grease used for sports cars.
  • 122-S3R9Q-11 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: New piwis tester update 38.800.030
  • 122-H6S4J-11 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: New piwis tester update 38.800.020
  • 122-D4N9X-11 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: New piwis tester updates 38.800.000 &.010
  • 122-G2B4B-11 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved a40 engine oils for porsche vehicles.
  • 122-Z3C2E-10 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Announcement of new tech live look, which will put technicians into live chats with technical support if they should have an urgent issue
  • 122-L8R6J-10 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Bulletin highlighting new updates 38.750, 38.750.000 for the porsche piwis tester 3
  • 122-Z6Y7L-09 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Bulletin outlining piwis tester updates 38.600.030 & 035.
  • 122-E4R8U-09 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Bulletin outlining piwis tester updates 38.600.020.
  • 122-B3Y6H-09 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Bulletin outlining piwis tester updates 38.600.000, .010, & .015.
  • 122-V3B6B-07 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Announcement of a 6 month warranty extension on vas 581005p r1234yf service units for air conditioning.
  • 122-W9D2T-07 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Instructions for using vas 581005p in order to chech and service r1234yf air conditioning unit.
  • 122-M2T3L-09 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Subject: cleaning cooling system. Information: engine oil in cooling system (coolant warning light comes on).
  • 122-J8G5Z-09 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER: Information: shock absorber for the respective chassis no longer available
  • TI-58-12 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION: Porsche: procedural information provided regarding the replacing of faulty cracked ignition coils on certain vehicles. Model 1997-2013 boxster (986), boxster/cayman (987), carrera (996 & 997). *pe
  • TI-39-12 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH: Porsche: the instrument cluster displays warning of brake light remains on. *pe
  • PK-D8-16 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Porsche: information on how to read the vin. *rm
  • PI-D48-13 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Porsche: requests return of parts to pcna for fuel pump #911 608 110 03. *pe
  • D77 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:SWITCH/WIRING: Parts withdraw; porsche cars north america requests return of the following units to pcna: part numbers 955 628 320 00 and 955 628 321 00; description tip switch. *pe
  • D76 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS: Parts withdrawn. Porsche cars north americ requests return of the following unit to pcna, but only in cases where the defect is visible: part number 955 110 235 01, description fuel line. *pe
  • 101005 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Handling ptfe crankshaft seals. 8jb
  • 1359 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Installing ptfe (polytetrafluoroethylene) crankshaft seals on replacement engines. *tt
  • 0204 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Secondary oil filter bleed back. P/n - 993 107 203 03. *tt
  • 0203 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Exchange engines and transmissions for warranty. This bulletin replaces bulletin wty0203 dated 2-15-02. *tt
  • 0404 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Software update pst2 version 24.0 not for pixis. Porsche boxster. Model year 1997. *mj
  • 603 - TIRES: Overview of summer tires, wheels and spacer rings. *mr
  • 2635 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE: Installation of dual tailpipe. Yd
  • 9801 - AIR BAGS: Campaign information on replacement of the air bag deactivation device in conjunction with the porsche child seat system. *yc
NHTSA decoded information from VIN

140 Results returned successfully. NOTE: Any missing decoded values should be interpreted as NHTSA does not have data on the specific variable. Missing value should NOT be interpreted as an indication that a feature or technology is unavailable for a vehicle.

Variable Value
Body ClassCoupe
DisplacementCC3600.0
DisplacementCI219.68547874103
DisplacementL3.6
Doors2
Engine Cylinders6
EngineHP400
EngineKW298.2800
Error Text0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct
Fuel Type PrimaryGasoline
MakePORSCHE
MakeID584
ManufacturerDR. ING. H.C.F. PORSCHE AG
Manufacturer Id13510
Model911
ModelID7832
Model Year1997
NCSA Body Type2-door sedan,hardtop,coupe
NCSA MakePorsche
NCSA Model911/996
Other Restraint System InfoRestraint System: Passive
Plant CitySTUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN
Plant Company NameStuttgart-Zuffenhausen
Plant CountryGERMANY
SeriesTurbo
VINWP0AC2991VS375710
Vehicle DescriptorWP0AC299*VS
Vehicle TypePASSENGER CAR
More information on VIN Requirements can be found at Title 49
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoNoN NoneNone20110102

This is a c4s coupe. The interior right door panel has detached from the door skin. Hearing a lot of rattling from dashboard. Sun roof gets stuck and it grinding the paint off the top. No accident. These are the same defects that have been reported here (see nhtsa id number: 606985) and on rennlist. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone19971230

Engine raced to 4500rpms from 1000 rpms and did not idle after pulling off the road. Driver turned the ignition off, restarted and the engine raced to 4500rpms. Driver inspected throttle and it did not appear stuck. He believes it maybe a computer glitch.

NoNoN NoneNone19970104

Airbag warning light came on and remained on, dealer replaced airbag unit, still comes on while driving. *ak

Common OBD-II Error Codes
For a complete list of all consumer complaints and OBD II codes, see the Complaints page
Latest VINs Decoded for this Manufacturer
VIN Year Model Manufactured In
WP0AC2991VS3757101997911STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY
WP0ZZZ99ZVS3152321997911STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY
WP0DA2996VS3852811997911STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY
WP0ZZZ99ZVS3129161997911STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY
WP0ZZZ99ZVS3151031997911STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY
WP0CA299XVS3405201997911STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY
WP0AC2994VS3758941997911STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY
WP0ZZZ99ZVS3111931997911STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY
WP0AC2994VS3751661997911STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY
WP0AA2991VS3217821997911STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY
WP0ZZZ99ZVS3920661997911STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY
WP0DA2991VS3856251997911STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY
WP0AC2994VS3756051997911STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY
WP0AC2998VS3752661997911STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY
WP0ZZZ99ZVS3152851997911STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY
WP0AC2992VS3755541997911STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY
WP0CA2993VS4310101997911STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY
WP0CA2993VS3410101997911STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY
WP0AA2998VS3219871997911STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY
WP0CA2995VS3412971997911STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY
WP0ZZZ99ZVS3805401997911STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY
WP0ZZZ99ZVS3118121997911STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY
WP0ZZZ99ZVS3106091997911STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY
WP0CA2996VS3420061997911STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY

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