NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4 Safety Record
The 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 0 recalls 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 Targa 4 has not been subjected to federal crash testing, leaving its safety profile incomplete by NHTSA's star-rating system. Consequently, no Safety Index can be computed for this model. The record, however, indicates a Clean burden band from NHTSA. There have been zero recalls issued for the vehicle. Only two owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA, none of which involved crashes, fires, injuries, or fatalities. The absence of comprehensive crash-test data means no definitive safety conclusion can be drawn from federal testing.
The 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recalls, and holds a Clean recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Clean |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 2 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4?
The 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4 carries a "Clean" designation from the Safety Desk, reflecting an absence of recalls and a minimal complaint record. No recalls have been issued for this model year. Owners have submitted two unverified complaints to NHTSA, none of which cite a crash, fire, injury, or death. These two complaints address four distinct component categories, indicating isolated incidents rather than a systemic issue. No crash-test data is available from NHTSA for the 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4, nor for any other model year of this specific variant. The "Clean" designation pertains solely to the vehicle's recall and complaint history, not its crashworthiness.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4 have any recalls?
The 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4 has zero recalls on file with NHTSA. There are no recall campaigns, no park-outside advisories, and no do-not-drive directives associated with this model year.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4?
NHTSA has received two owner complaints for this model year. The reported components span Unknown Or Other, Electrical System, Engine, and Fuel/Propulsion System. All are unverified consumer allegations and have not been established as confirmed defects.
2 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4?
The 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4 has a notable safety record, with one open recall issued for the model year. Prospective owners should use the free VIN lookup tool at nhtsa.gov to check for any outstanding recall obligations on a specific vehicle.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- Zero recalls are on file with NHTSA for this model year, and no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories have been issued.
- Only two owner complaints have been submitted to NHTSA for this model year, covering the Electrical System, Engine, Fuel/Propulsion System, and an Unknown Or Other category, all unverified allegations with no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths.
- The Clean burden band assigned to this model year reflects its recall and complaint record exclusively and is not a measure of crash protection or a substitute for crash-test data.
FAQ2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4 safety questions
Was the 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4 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 0 recalls and 2 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4 as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 2 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Porsche 911 Targa 4 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.