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1981 Porsche 928Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 1981 Porsche 928, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 1 safety recall.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through January 24, 2001. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 1981 Porsche 928 has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
1981 Porsche 928 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Porsche.
Best & worst years
1981 vs. every other 928 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the 928 median. How we score
'78'79'80'81'82'84'85'86'87'90'91'93
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What 928 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
CONSUMER PURCHASED POWER FORCE BATTERY MAY 2000, IN JUNE THE BATTERY EXPLODED CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, CONSUMER REQUEST REIMBURSEMENT FOR DAMAGES BUT WAS DENIED. NLM
Own a 1981 928?
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