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2007 Porsche 911

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2007 911.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Manual 6-spd

The 2007 Porsche 911 is a passenger car paired with a manual six‑speed transmission and EPA‑rated 15/22/18 mpg. Its engine is the focus of the 50 owner complaints that make the 2007 model the highest‑complaint year in the 1990‑2014 span, and it carries a single recall. Compared with the low‑complaint baseline of 1991, which recorded only one complaint, the 2007 year stands out as a peak of reported issues.

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Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque96 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy15/22/18 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 0PB115499A. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter0PB115499A alt 99610721771
Engine air filter99611013152 alt 99611013171
Fuel filter99611025352
Spark plug99917022390 alt 99917010390
Battery9A7915105 alt 9A7915089G
Front wiper blades99662890111
Serpentine belt99610215192 alt 99610215168
Thermostat99610612554 alt 99610612573
Cabin air filter99757121902

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionManual 6-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length175.6 in
Overall width71.3 in
Overall height51.6 in
Wheelbase91.7 in
Curb weight3075 lb
Track (front / rear)58.3 / 59.1 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)38/62

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined15 / 22 / 18 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the 911 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

3.2–4.0 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 3.20 sec — 2007 Turbo Coupe
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2007Turbo Coupe 3.6L Twin-Turbo F-63.20 sec11.40 sec480 hpAWD
2007Turbo Coupe 3.6L Twin-Turbo F-63.30 sec11.60 sec480 hpAWD
2007Turbo Coupe 3.6L Twin-Turbo F-63.40 sec11.60 sec480 hpAWD
2007Turbo Coupe 3.6L Twin-Turbo F-63.40 sec11.70 sec480 hpAWD
2007GT3 Coupe 3.6L F-63.80 sec12.00 sec415 hpRWD
2007GT3 Coupe 3.6L F-63.80 sec12.10 sec415 hpRWD
2007GT3 RS Coupe 3.6L F-63.80 sec12.20 sec415 hpRWD
2007Turbo Coupe 3.6L Twin-Turbo F-63.80 sec12.20 sec480 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine 75W-90 · GL-5 in the differential. Torque lug nuts to 96 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-3-6-2-4.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidPorsche part number 000043204-201
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity4.8-6.0
Automatic Transmission FluidPorsche part number 000043400
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity4.8-6.0
Differential Gear Oil75W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity3.2 Pints, mvc;Front
Differential Gear Oil75W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity2 Pints,

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts9.5 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts17.0 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts7.5 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts11.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts96 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug21.0-22.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug21.0-22.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-6-2-4-3-5
Cylinder Firing Order1-5-3-6-2-4

Brakes

Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.079 in

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Every 20,000 miBody Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level)
At 40,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 40,000 miClutch Pedal Assembly (inspect) · Driveshaft U-Joint (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Fuel System (inspect) · Parking Brake System (inspect)
Every 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Drive Belt (replace)
At 120,000 miFinal Drive (drain & refill) · Transmission Fluid & Filter (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

In the 2007 model year, Porsche 911 complaints rose sharply to 50, the highest figure in the decade‑spanning record, while recalls remained low at one and investigations at one, indicating that the majority of issues were customer reports rather than regulatory actions. Compared to 2000—where complaints were 5—and 2001—where complaints were 8—2007 represents a significant uptick, suggesting a spike in reported problems during that generation. The single recall in 2007 contrasts with earlier years that had multiple recalls (e.g., 1990–1993 had 2–4 recalls), implying that the issues were not widespread safety defects. The top complaint areas for 2007 list Engine (35 complaints) and Engine & Engine Cooling (5 complaints), pointing to mechanical concerns rather than systemic design flaws. With only one crash complaint and no fire complaints, the safety record remains comparatively stable. Overall, the 2007 911 shows a marked increase in customer complaints, so a prospective buyer should seek a vehicle with a clean service history and recent maintenance, and consider earlier or later years if minimizing reported issues is a priority.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
374
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
50
Owner complaints
1 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent
’90’91’92’93’94’95’96’97’98’99’00’01’07’14

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 50 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine35
Engine & Engine Cooling5
Wheels,Service Brakes,Engine1
Steering,Engine1
Power Train1
Unknown Or Other,Engine1
Wheels,Engine1
Power Train,Engine1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 374 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
40/26 44072026-06-30WheelsWheel Bolt Replacement Requirement - Change from Wheel Bolts with Aluminum Washers to…
TSTR26362026-06-29Unknown Or OtherPorsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.031
TSTR26352026-06-29Unknown Or OtherPorsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.030
20/262026-06-25EngineOverview of Approved Porsche C20 Engine Oils (20/26)
19/26 17012026-06-25EngineOverview of Approved Porsche C30 Engine Oils (19/26)

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Vehicles with shared specs

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Engine oil filter 0PB115499AEngine air filter 99611013152Fuel filter 99611025352Spark plug 99917022390

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

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Frequently asked

Does the 2007 911 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 911 get?

EPA figures are 15 city / 22 highway / 18 combined mpg.