NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4s Safety Record
The 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 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
No star ratings exist for the 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4S, as it has not been evaluated in the federal crash-test program. Consequently, a Safety Index cannot be computed for this model. The federal record indicates a low rate of post-sale issues: one recall campaign has been issued, and two owner complaints have been registered. These complaints do not report any crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths. While this narrow data set is not cause for alarm, prospective buyers should recognize the absence of crash-test performance data when considering this vehicle.
The 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4S was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall campaign and a Light recall and complaint burden band, per 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 | Light |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 2 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4s?
The 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4S has no federal crash-test ratings. NHTSA did not test this model year, leaving no star ratings for frontal, side, or rollover performance. Therefore, no Safety Index score can be computed for the 2023 911 Targa 4S. The vehicle's federal paper trail for recalls and complaints is light. One recall addresses seat belt retractors across several 2023 911 variants. Two owner complaints are on file, spread across four component categories, with no associated reports of crashes, fires, injuries, or fatalities. This low volume of complaints and a single recall place the 2023 911 Targa 4S in the Light recall and complaint burden band. This rating reflects only the recall and complaint record.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4s have any recalls?
The 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4S is covered by one recall campaign targeting the seat belt retractor system, specifically rear and other seat belt retractors. The recall was issued under Porsche Cars North America and covers multiple 2023 911 variants. NHTSA has not issued a park-outside or do-not-drive advisory tied to this campaign in the data provided. Owners should verify their specific VIN at nhtsa.gov to confirm 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 Targa 4s?
Two owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year, covering four flagged components: Unknown Or Other, Electrical System, Engine, and Fuel/Propulsion System. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are recorded within those two reports. These are unverified consumer allegations submitted to NHTSA and have not been independently confirmed as 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 4s?
Any used example of this model year may carry the seat belt retractor recall as an open item if the prior owner did not complete the remedy. Run the specific VIN through the free recall lookup at nhtsa.gov before purchase to confirm current recall status. Open recalls are typically remedied at no cost at an authorized dealer.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4S, so no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this model year.
- One recall is on record for this model year, targeting the seat belt retractor system across several 2023 Porsche 911 variants, issued by Porsche Cars North America.
- Two unverified owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA, touching the Electrical System, Engine, Fuel/Propulsion System, and an Unknown Or Other category, with zero crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths reported in that complaint set.
- The Light burden band assigned to this model year reflects only the recall and complaint record and cannot serve as a substitute for crash-test performance data.
FAQ2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4s safety questions
Was the 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 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 Targa 4s have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 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 Targa 4s?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 2 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Porsche 911 Targa 4s. 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 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.