Porsche 911 1990
Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Consumer Complaints, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins
Below you will find all available information on the 1990 Porsche 911, manufacturered by Dr. Ing. H.c.f. Porsche Ag.
The vehicle is described as a Rear-Wheel Drive Minicompact Cars Convertible(excludes sun-roof,t-bar).
| Manufacturer | Known WMI(s) | Fuel Type |
|---|---|---|
| Porsche | WP0 | Premium |
| City MPG | Highway MPG | CO2 emissions |
| 14 - 15 MPG | 20 - 22 MPG | 522.76 - 555.43 g/mile |
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Sub-models: - 911 Carrera - 911 Carrera 4/2 -
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the MPG of a 1990 Porsche 911?
- The 1990 Porsche 911 has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 14 - 15 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 20 - 22 MPG.
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What is the fuse box diagram for the 1990 Porsche 911?
- Fuse box diagrams for the 1990 Porsche 911 can be found here
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What is the annual fuel cost for the 1990 Porsche 911?
- EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1990 Porsche 911 is $3900.
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Where is the 1990 Porsche 911 produced?
- The 1990 Porsche 911 is produced in Stuttgart-zuffenhausen -, Germany.
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Are there recalls for the 1990 Porsche 911?
- There are 10 recall(s) for the 1990 Porsche 911, additional information is below.
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How much horsepower does the 1990 Porsche 911 have?
- The 1990 Porsche 911 has 247 horsepower.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
Recall 16245 [USA]: This condition could result in noise and free play in the steering system and if left uncorrected, will result in loss of steering control.
Recall 19107 [USA]: The overloaded resistor can create heat sufficient toignite the plastic air pipe to which it is connected, resulting in an enginecompartment fire.
Recall 21304 [USA]: Impaired throttle plate operation could prevent theengine from returning to idle, resulting in unwanted engine speed and possiblevehicle accident.
Recall 24827 [USA]: Latch failure could cause hood to open and obstruct thedriver's front view which could result in an accident.
Recall R/1993/012 [UK]: Cruise control ball joint failure
Recall R/1994/012 [UK]: Rear heater blower resistor may overload
Recall 1996120 [Canada]: Steering
Recall 1994004 [Canada]: Electrical
Recall 1992126 [Canada]: Engine
Recall 1991015 [Canada]: Structure
To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.
NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details
Manual 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive 911 Carrera 4/2
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.6 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (GUZZLER) (FFS) Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). 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 1 17.5006 City mpg for fuel type 1, 15 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 17 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.6 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 42045 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (GUZZLER) (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3900 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Premium Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Premium Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 22 Vehicle record id 6432 2 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 4 Model name (carline) 911 Carrera 4/2 Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 2-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 55 Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 18.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 30.7692 EPA vehicle size class Minicompact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). 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 Manual 5-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive 911 Carrera 4/2
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.6 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (GUZZLER) (FFS) Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -11000 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 18.5944 City mpg for fuel type 1, 14 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 16 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.6 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 42045 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (GUZZLER) (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 4150 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, 20 Vehicle record id 6433 2 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 4 Model name (carline) 911 Carrera 4/2 Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 2-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 55 Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 17.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 28.0 EPA vehicle size class Minicompact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -11000 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Automatic (S4) Rear-Wheel Drive 911 Carrera 4/2
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.6 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (GUZZLER) (FFS) Transmission Automatic (S4) You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -11000 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 18.5944 City mpg for fuel type 1, 14 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 16 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.6 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 42046 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (GUZZLER) (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 4150 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Premium Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Premium Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 21 Vehicle record id 6434 2 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 4 Model name (carline) 911 Carrera 4/2 Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 2-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 55 Transmission Automatic (S4) Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 17.7778 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 28.2051 EPA vehicle size class Minicompact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -11000 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
- 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. 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.
- 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. 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. 2116 - EQUIPMENT: Special tools information for a new contact surface cleaning set.
- No. 61-21 - EQUIPMENT: List of approved engine oils for all porsche models using c40 oil.
- No. D13.2 - EQUIPMENT: Information on new piwis tester program for independent repair facilities.
- ATIALL41605 - BRAKES (PWS): Understanding and addressing brake squeal complaints.
- 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. 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.
- 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.
- 122-J4L4X-03 - EQUIPMENT: Bulletin outlining new blitz table replacement castors due to a high rate of failure reported by dealers.
- 122-Z2X7A-02 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved c20 engine oils for all porsche vehicles since 1984.
- 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-L5E2R-04 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: Subject: replacing brake booster during repairs information: if the brake booster on the 911 carrera 2/targa/speedster (964) needs to be replaced, the replacment brake booster will be a 911 (993) version. During conversion, the brake mas
- 122-E7M2M-09 - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE: Information: old airbag sensor no longer available. Note: during repairs, the faulty airbag sensor will be replaced by a new electronic airbag sensor. The new airbag sensor is the same size as the airbag sensor that is installed as standa
- PK-D8-16 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Porsche: information on how to read the vin. *rm
- 0203 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Exchange engines and transmissions for warranty. This bulletin replaces bulletin wty0203 dated 2-15-02. *tt
- GRP3/9503 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: The front transmission case cover and spur gears are no longer available as separate parts. *tw
- GRP4/9310 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS: Brake vibration damper application - new damping plate with steel clip. *tw
NHTSA decoded information from VIN
138 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 |
|---|---|
| Air Bag Loc Front | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Body Class | Coupe |
| DisplacementCC | 3600 |
| DisplacementCI | 219.685478741 |
| DisplacementL | 3.600000 |
| Doors | 2 |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 |
| EngineHP | 247 |
| EngineKW | 184.1879 |
| Engine Manufacturer | Porsche AG |
| Error Text | 0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct |
| Fuel Type Primary | Gasoline |
| Make | PORSCHE |
| MakeID | 584 |
| Manufacturer | DR. ING. H.C.F. PORSCHE AG |
| Manufacturer Id | 13510 |
| Model | 911 |
| ModelID | 7832 |
| Model Year | 1990 |
| NCSA Body Type | 2-door sedan,hardtop,coupe |
| NCSA Make | Porsche |
| NCSA Model | 911/996 |
| Other Restraint System Info | Passive Restraint System |
| Plant City | STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN |
| Plant Country | GERMANY |
| Trim | Carrera |
| VIN | WP0AB2960LS451889 |
| Vehicle Type | PASSENGER CAR |
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
| Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
|---|
| No | No | N | None | None | 19961213 |
Hood cylinder failed 2 times, once causing injury.
Common OBD-II Error Codes
- B1096 [1] B1096
Latest VINs Decoded for this Manufacturer
| VIN | Year | Model | Manufactured In |
|---|---|---|---|
| WP0CB2960LS472072 | 1990 | 911 | STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY |
| WP0CB2960LS472041 | 1990 | 911 | STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY |
| WP0BB2968LS460103 | 1990 | 911 | STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY |
| WP0AB2960LS451889 | 1990 | 911 | STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY |
| WP0CB2962LS471618 | 1990 | 911 | STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY |
| WP0CB2969LS470241 | 1990 | 911 | STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY |
| WP0CB296XLS470152 | 1990 | 911 | STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY |