The hose material used in the short section of the high pressure fuel line hose, between the fuel rail and fuel pressure regulator, is subject to hardening, and could cause fuel leaks between the hose and the metal pipe fittings.
1983-1989 · 7 model years
Porsche 944 Problems by year
Owners have filed 18 complaints about the Porsche 944 across 7 model years, and it has 7 recalls. The 1986 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (5), while 1989 has far fewer than a typical year. The most reported problem area is the fuel system, followed by the engine & cooling.
- Complaints
- 18
- Recalls
- 7
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 6
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
944 complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common 944 problems
Porsche 944 recalls 7
The alloy a-arms may have a manufacturing casting defect and could crack and break after mileage accumulation.
Covers1988 Porsche 944
The protective sleeve covering of the return fuel hose between the pressure regulator and fuel return pipe was shortened leaving part of the hose exposed. In some instances this part of the hose becomes kinked due to the engine compartment heat...
Covers1986 Porsche 944
Rear spring plates may not have been tempered and are not of the proper hardness value. Consequence of defect: the plates could...
Fuel hose may be damaged due to too much pressure in crimping the hose end fitting. Consequence of defect: a fuel leak...
Covers1985 Porsche 944
Metal bushings for the cruise control linkage are subject to corrosion due to weather conditions. Also, there is not enough clearance between the bushings and the shaft; and the linkage points were not lubricated. Thus, cruise control...
The rear seat belts do not include emergency-locking or automatic-locking retractors. The belts do not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, "Occupant crash protection".
Latest 944 complaints
88 Porsche 944 na, engine fire with out warning had call fire dept, was in motion doing about 45 mph saw smoke made to gas station engine fire under hood
The steering coupler, manufacturer's part number 944 347 027 01 - drive shaft, has failed. During a vehicle inspection it was noted that the cardan joint is loose and could cause loss of steering control as it has on my other 944. No accident has resulted. I have stopped driving the vehicle until this is resolved.
During turning at highway speeds the steering will sometimes "lock" or "jam". It has been diagnosed as a failed steering coupler, manufacturer's part number 944 347 027 01 - drive shaft. I have been able to brute force the steering. A woman would not be able to correct the situation, I my humble opinion. No accident has resulted. I have stopped driving the vehicle until this is resolved.
Vehicle came in for smog test and found fuel line dripping fuel at fuel pressure regulator side of line. Checked for recalls and found that there is a recall for replacement of the fuel line for the exact issue that we are having. Inspected fuel line and found that there is a kink at the end of the line as stated as the defect in the recall. Called the porsche dealer locally and they stated the recall has been performed, and they are not responsible for repairing vehicle. I feel that the defect is dangerous and...
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could have caused a fire and loss of life. Either the replaced line has the same defect as the pre recall line or the recall has not been performed as stated by the dealer(especially since the line is currently kinked and the recall was supposed to fix the kinking fuel line). *Js
Rubber fuel hose from wheel well routed over exhaust header to fuel rail attached to cam tower started to leak on engine and fire started. I was right there and caught it before the fire got too big. *Tr
I was driving along in my recently purchased porsche 944, and suddenly the car lost all power and the engine compartment burst into flames without any warning. Needless to say, the entire underhood area is a complete loss. There were no leaks, and the wiring did not have any visible problems. Until you experience something like this, you do not realize just how terrifying it is. *Tr
Questions about the Porsche 944
Which Porsche 944 years have the most problems?
Which Porsche 944 years have the fewest complaints?
What are the most common Porsche 944 problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the fuel system (7), engine & cooling (5), steering (2) most often.
How many recalls does the Porsche 944 have?
NHTSA lists 7 recalls across all Porsche 944 model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data