NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 Porsche 911 Carrera Safety Record
The 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera 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 has not undergone federal crash testing, leaving its core structural safety unrated by NHTSA. Consequently, no Safety Index score is available for this model year. The vehicle's recall and complaint record is notably light, comprising a single recall campaign concerning seat belt retractors and two unverified owner complaints. This limited data set, while sparse, accurately reflects the extent of information published for the 2023 911 Carrera.
The 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one federal recall campaign related to seat belt retractors, and is rated in the 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?
The 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera has not undergone federal crash testing, leaving its structural crash performance unquantified by the NHTSA program. This absence of data means no star ratings are available for occupant protection. On the administrative front, the model registers in the Light recall and complaint burden band. This category indicates a low volume of federal safety actions and reported consumer concerns relative to the broader vehicle population. One recall is on record, specific to seat belt retractors across several high-performance Carrera variants. This component category has direct implications for occupant protection, making confirmation of the remedy's application essential. The two owner complaints, while numerically low, span four distinct system categories, including the engine and fuel or propulsion system. Neither complaint involves a reported crash, fire, injury, or fatality.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera have any recalls?
The single recall for this model year targets seat belt retractors, specifically affecting the 2023 911 Carrera T, 911 Carrera 4 GTS, 911 Carrera GTS, and 911 Turbo S variants. NHTSA has issued no park-outside or do-not-drive advisory tied to this campaign in the data provided. Owners should verify their VIN at nhtsa.gov to confirm whether their specific unit is included and whether the remedy has been completed.
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?
Two owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera. The alleged problem areas span the electrical system, engine, fuel or propulsion system, and an unknown or other category. These are unverified consumer allegations and have not been confirmed as defects by NHTSA.
2 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera?
A specific recall warrants attention for any 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera. The seat belt retractor recall necessitates checking the vehicle's VIN through the free recall lookup at nhtsa.gov before purchase; an open recall transfers with ownership, and purchasers should confirm the remedy has been applied.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this model year, and no inference about structural crash performance can be drawn from federal test data.
- The one recall for this model year specifically covers seat belt retractors on the 2023 911 Carrera T, 911 Carrera 4 GTS, 911 Carrera GTS, and 911 Turbo S variants, a safety-critical component that directly affects occupant restraint in a crash.
- Two unverified owner complaints are on file with NHTSA, collectively alleging issues across the electrical system, engine, and fuel or propulsion system, with zero reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths associated with those allegations.
- No tested sibling model years appear in the federal data reviewed here, so there is no adjacent crash-test record from a closely related year that shoppers can reference as a proxy for this vehicle's crash performance.
FAQ2023 Porsche 911 Carrera safety questions
Was the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera 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 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera. 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?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 2 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera. 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 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.