NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 Porsche 911 Carrera 4s Safety Record
The 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera 4s has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 2 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera 4s has not undergone federal crash testing; consequently, no NHTSA star ratings or Safety Index score are available for this model year. Its record with the agency shows a single recall campaign and two owner complaints. This limited data set offers no basis to assess crash protection.
The 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera 4s has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall campaign and a Light recall and complaint burden band, according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 2 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera 4s?
Federal crash-test data for the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera 4s is not available. This includes frontal, side, and rollover evaluations, preventing a direct assessment of its crashworthiness from published NHTSA results. However, its recall and complaint volume places it in the Light burden band, indicating a low incidence rate relative to the overall vehicle population. The single recall issued addresses the seat belt retractor, a component critical to occupant protection, and is shared across multiple 2023 911 variants. Two owner complaints have been registered, citing issues with the electrical system and engine. Neither complaint alleges a crash, fire, injury, or death. These complaints remain unverified, and no closely related model years provide contextual crash-test data.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera 4s have any recalls?
The single recall for this model year targets seat belt retractors on the rear and other positions. The campaign covers several 2023 911 variants. NHTSA's record does not include a park-outside or do-not-drive advisory for this campaign, but owners should verify current remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR24V123000
Risk: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear three-point belts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ARA2.
Reported 2024-02-20
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera 4s?
Two complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year. The top components flagged in those unverified allegations are the electrical system and the engine, along with fuel and propulsion system concerns. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are alleged in either report.
2 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera 4s?
Before purchasing a specific 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera 4s, run its VIN through nhtsa.gov to confirm whether the seat belt retractor recall has been remedied on that individual vehicle. An unresolved recall on a used unit is the buyer's responsibility to address.
- NHTSA has no crash-test score for the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera 4s: no Safety Index and no star ratings exist for this specific model year.
- One recall is on record for this model year, targeting seat belt retractors across several 2023 911 variants, a component with direct occupant-protection implications.
- Two unverified owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year, citing the electrical system and engine, with zero reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths.
- Prospective buyers should use the NHTSA VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov to confirm whether the seat belt retractor recall has been completed on any specific 2023 911 Carrera 4s they are considering.
FAQ2023 Porsche 911 Carrera 4s safety questions
Was the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera 4s crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 2 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera 4s have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera 4s. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera 4s?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 2 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera 4s. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Porsche 911 Carrera 4s 2023.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.