NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 Porsche 911 Turbo S Safety Record
The 2023 Porsche 911 Turbo S has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 2 recalls and 2 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
For the 2023 model year, the Porsche 911 Turbo S has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA, leaving it without a federal Safety Index score or star ratings. The federal record notes two recalls for this specific model year, addressing concerns with seat belts and airbags. Owner complaints reported to NHTSA are minimal, with only two on file. The absence of crash-test data means no federal crash-test score exists for this vehicle.
The 2023 Porsche 911 Turbo S was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries two federal recalls covering seat belts and air bags, and falls 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 | 2 |
| Owner complaints | 2 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Porsche 911 Turbo S?
The 2023 Porsche 911 Turbo S has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, leaving consumers without federal crash scores for this model year or its siblings. Its recall and complaint record is light, with two recalls issued. Both recalls concern passive restraint systems: seat belt retractors and airbags. These systems are considered by NHTSA as primary injury-mitigation components. The two owner complaints on file allege no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths, and both remain unverified.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Porsche 911 Turbo S have any recalls?
The 2023 Porsche 911 Turbo S is covered by two federal recall campaigns. The first addresses seat belt retractors on rear and other seating positions across several 911 variants. The second addresses air bags and spans model years 2021 through 2023 for the 911 Turbo S and related 911 lines. NHTSA has issued no park-outside or do-not-drive directive associated with either campaign in the data reviewed, 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
AIR BAGS23V715000
Risk: Air bags that deploy unnecessarily can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the air bag control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 11, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APB3.
Reported 2023-10-25
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Porsche 911 Turbo S?
Two owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2023 Porsche 911 Turbo S. The top components cited in those unverified allegations are the electrical system, engine, fuel or propulsion system, and a catch-all unknown or other category. Zero complaints allege a crash, fire, injury, or fatality.
2 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Porsche 911 Turbo S?
The 2023 Porsche 911 Turbo S carries two open recalls. Prospective owners should verify recall completion for any specific vehicle by checking its VIN at nhtsa.gov.
- NHTSA issued two recalls specifically covering the 2023 Porsche 911 Turbo S, one for seat belt retractors and one for air bags, both of which are passive restraint components central to occupant protection.
- This model year has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists; that absence is a gap in test coverage, not a positive or negative safety signal.
- Only two owner complaints have been submitted to NHTSA for this model year, citing the electrical system, engine, and fuel or propulsion system as top components; all are unverified allegations and none involve a reported crash, fire, injury, or death.
- Shoppers should use the NHTSA VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov to verify whether the seat belt retractor or air bag recall has been remedied on any specific 2023 Porsche 911 Turbo S they are evaluating.
FAQ2023 Porsche 911 Turbo S safety questions
Was the 2023 Porsche 911 Turbo 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 2 recalls and 2 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Porsche 911 Turbo S have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Porsche 911 Turbo S. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Porsche 911 Turbo S?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 2 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Porsche 911 Turbo 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.
Other 911 Turbo S years
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Porsche 911 Turbo S 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.