Porsche 924 recall history and complaint patterns
Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Porsche 924, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.
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At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Porsche 924, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 1977–1988 with 6 recall campaigns and 6 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 1982 (2), 1988 (1), and 1987 (1).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 1988 (2), 1987 (2), and 1979 (2).
- Top recall themes: Seats and restraints, Equipment and labeling, and Fuel and emissions.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Fuel system, gasoline:delivery, Visibility:windshield wiper/washer, Power train:clutch assembly:pedal/hand lever(motorcycle).
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Seats and restraints
2 campaigns · Years: 1980, 1982These campaigns relate to seats, belts, airbags restraint integration, or child restraint anchoring components.
Equipment and labeling
1 campaign · Years: 1977These campaigns relate to equipment compliance, labeling, or tires.
- 76V185000 · Equipment: Labels
Fuel and emissions
1 campaign · Years: 1987–1988These campaigns relate to fuel delivery or emissions components where leaks or failures can raise safety risk.
- 90V061000 · Fuel system, gasoline: Fuel rail
Steering and suspension
1 campaign · Years: 1982These campaigns relate to steering or suspension components that can affect vehicle control or stability.
- 85V095000 · Suspension: Leaf spring assembly
Most Reported Issues
Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the Porsche 924 in NHTSA complaint data are Fuel system, gasoline:delivery, Visibility:windshield wiper/washer, Power train:clutch assembly:pedal/hand lever(motorcycle).
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | 1 | 2 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings, Fuel system, gasoline:delivery. |
| 1987 | 1 | 2 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump, Fuel system, gasoline:delivery. |
| 1982 | 2 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1980 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1979 | 0 | 2 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Visibility:windshield wiper/washer, Power train:clutch assembly:pedal/hand lever(motorcycle). |
| 1977 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Fuel system , Seat belts and Suspension
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⚠️ Important Safety Information
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For any safety concerns: Always check your VIN on the official NHTSA site and contact an authorized dealer.