NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S Safety Record
The 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 4 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA, precluding the assignment of an official Safety Index or star ratings. The federal record for this model is thus limited but not alarming. It notes one recall campaign and four owner complaints. No crashes, fires, injuries, or fatalities have been reported in connection with these complaints. This narrow dataset is the full extent of the available federal safety information for this vehicle.
The 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall campaign, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to federal NHTSA records.
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 | 4 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S?
The 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S was not subjected to NHTSA crash testing, leaving a gap in the federal safety assessment for this model year. This absence of star-rating data means a broader safety picture cannot be anchored by traditional crash performance metrics. One recall campaign, addressing a structural body issue, represents the only federal enforcement action for this model year. Owner complaints are minimal, with just four on record, distributed across six component categories. Crucially, none of these complaints involve reported crashes, fires, injuries, or fatalities, contributing to a subdued complaint profile. The model's placement in the Light burden band reflects its low combined recall and complaint volume within the NHTSA dataset for its age, yet this metric cannot substitute for the detailed insights provided by crash-test results.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S have any recalls?
The single recall for this model year addresses a structural body concern. Porsche Cars North America issued the campaign covering certain 2020 911 Carrera S vehicles alongside 2021 Taycan Turbo and 2022 911 Carrera units. The NHTSA data in our record does not specify a park-outside or do-not-drive directive for this campaign, so owners should verify current remedy status through the nhtsa.gov VIN lookup.
STRUCTURE:BODY23V313000
Risk: In the event of a crash, incomplete body welding may not provide adequate protection to occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the welds, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 30, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA4.
Reported 2023-05-03
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S?
Four owner complaints appear in the NHTSA record for the 2020 911 Carrera S, spread across Exterior Lighting, Fuel and Propulsion System, Power Train, Electrical System, Engine, and an Unknown or Other category. All are unverified consumer allegations reported to NHTSA, not established facts, and none involve a reported crash, fire, injury, or death.
4 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S?
The 2020 911 Carrera S carries a significant open recall related to its structural body. This recall, for which a remedy has not yet been performed on all affected vehicles, necessitates a VIN check at nhtsa.gov to confirm completion status before purchase.
- NHTSA has no crash-test score for the 2020 911 Carrera S specifically, so no star ratings or Safety Index exist for this model year.
- One recall campaign affecting certain 2020 911 Carrera S vehicles addresses a structural body concern issued by Porsche Cars North America.
- Four unverified owner complaints on file with NHTSA span Exterior Lighting, Fuel and Propulsion System, Power Train, Electrical System, Engine, and an Unknown or Other category, with zero reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths among them.
- Owners and prospective buyers should verify open-recall status for their specific VIN at nhtsa.gov, as remedy completion varies by individual vehicle.
FAQ2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S safety questions
Was the 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S 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 4 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 4 owner complaints are on file for the 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S. 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 S 2020.
- 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.