Model year guide

2017 Porsche 911 carrera 4s

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 Porsche 911 carrera 4s is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2017 Porsche 911 carrera 4s at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints4
Combined23–24 mpg

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2017 Porsche 911 carrera 4s recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2017 Porsche 911 carrera 4s.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 7 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2017 Porsche 911 carrera 4s common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

2017 Porsche 911 carrera 4s MPG & running costs

Combined23–24 mpg
City21 mpg
Highway28 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,475
EPA size classMinicompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7) or Manual 7-spd
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopYes
Passenger volume70 cu ft
Cargo volume5 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$5,375 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Porsche 911 carrera 4s costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,375
Fuel only$17,375
Per mile$0.23

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2017 Porsche 911 carrera 4s trims & engines on record

Trims
S, GTS, 4S, 4 GTS
Engines
3.8L 6-cyl 400 hp

2017 Porsche 911 carrera 4s vehicles on record

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2017 Porsche 911 carrera 4s — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Porsche 911 carrera 4s have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2017 Porsche 911 carrera 4s. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Porsche 911 carrera 4s?

Across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, visibility/wiper, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Porsche 911 carrera 4s get?

The 2017 Porsche 911 carrera 4s has U.S. EPA estimates of 23–24 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.