1981 Porsche 928 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1981 Porsche 928.

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Complaints
1
Crashes
0
Fires
1
Injuries
0
Fatalities
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Recalls
0

Worst 1981 Porsche 928 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#11 complaints

Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery

Fires:1
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Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1981 Porsche 928.

Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
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Fires
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1981 Porsche 928 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 1981 Porsche 928 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1981 Porsche 928 has 1 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery with 1 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1981 Porsche 928?
Top reported problems: Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery (1 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
Does the 1981 Porsche 928 have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1981 Porsche 928 as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1981 Porsche 928?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Porsche 928 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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