Model year guide

2013 Porsche 911 carrera

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 Porsche 911 carrera is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2013 Porsche 911 carrera — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2013 Porsche 911 carrera at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints3
Combined22–23 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2013 Porsche 911 carrera recalls 1

Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe NHTSA Campaign #13V058000 · manufacturer #AD01 · 22/02/2013

Porsche is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 911 Carrera and Carrera 4 vehicles manufactured from March 7, 2012, through November 12, 2012, and equipped with a standard (not sport) exhaust system. The exhaust tail pipe may fracture and separate from the rear muffler.

Fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear mufflers free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners on May 9, 2013. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Porsche at 1-800-767-7243.

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.

2013 Porsche 911 carrera common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
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.

2013 Porsche 911 carrera MPG & running costs

Combined22–23 mpg
City20 mpg
Highway28 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,650
EPA size classMinicompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7) or Manual 7-spd
Passenger volume70 cu ft
Cargo volume5 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$6,250 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 2013 Porsche 911 carrera costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,250
Fuel only$18,250
Per mile$0.24

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.

2013 Porsche 911 carrera trims & engines on record

Trims
Cabriolet (2WD), 4 Cabriolet (4WD)
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl 345 hp

2013 Porsche 911 carrera vehicles on record

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2013 Porsche 911 carrera — frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Porsche 911 carrera have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2013 Porsche 911 carrera. 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 2013 Porsche 911 carrera?

Across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are wheels, exterior lighting, engine.

What gas mileage does the 2013 Porsche 911 carrera get?

The 2013 Porsche 911 carrera has U.S. EPA estimates of 22–23 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.