- The problem
- Equipment description: child seating system air bag deactivation kit for use on 1997-1998 911 carrera s, carrera 4, carrera 4s, and turbo (1997 model only), part no. 993 803 283 00, And 1997-1998 boxster model vehicles, part nos. 996 803 283 00 And 996 803 083 00. Due to a manufacturing problem, the contact buckle (which is part of the kit) does not deactivate the air bag(s).
- The risk
- 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.
- The fix
- Dealers will install a modified air bag deactivation kit.
Vehicle safety record
1998 Porsche 911 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1998 Porsche 911 with NHTSA, most often about the lights (2) and the brakes (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in February 1998 for the on-off switch assembly. For comparison, the 1997 has 3 and the 1999 has 8.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical 911 year, for its age
#293 most complained-about 1998 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1998 Porsche 911 problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1998 Porsche 911 recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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2 complaints about the 1998 Porsche 911
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Failed distributor rotor, brake light; oile leak; defective cylinder gaskets and windshield.
TURN SIGNAL LIGHT FAILED. YH
Porsche 911: every year compared
All 911 years1998 Porsche 911 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2 | 1 | B | |
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 0 | 4 | D | Compare |
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 0 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1998 Porsche Boxster | 32 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 1998 Porsche Porsche | 1 | 0 | B | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1998 Porsche 911
Does the 1998 Porsche 911 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1998 Porsche 911: on-off switch assembly (February 1998). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Porsche 911?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the lights (2), brakes (1), engine & cooling (1).
How many complaints has the 1998 Porsche 911 had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on February 1, 1999 and the latest on September 8, 1999. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1998 Porsche 911 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 74 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Porsche 911 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Porsche 911 years have the most complaints?
2007 (50), 1995 (12), 1999 (8). See every Porsche 911 year compared.
What should I do if my 1998 Porsche 911 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data