2016 Porsche 911 GT3 Rs: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2016 Porsche 911 GT3 Rs: 2 recalls, 0 owner complaints and up to 17 mpg combined.
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Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #17V134000 · 2017 · 120 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016 911 gt3 rs and 911 r vehicles and 2017 911 carrera, 911 carrera cabriolet, 911 carrera 4, 911 carrera 4s, 911 carrera 4s cabriolet, 911 carrera s, 911 carrera s cabriolet, 911 targa 4, 911 targa 4s, 911 turbo s, 911 turbo s cabriolet, 718 boxster, 718 boxster s, 718 cayman and 718 cayman s vehicles. The passenger frontal air bag inflator initiator…
Why it matters: If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the passenger frontal air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bags, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2017.
Child seat, Equipment Vehicle recall #19V875000 · 2019 · 15,501 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2014 cayman and cayman s, 2014-2016 911 gt3, 2016 911 gt3 rs and 911 r, 2018 911 gt3 and 911 gt2 rs and 2019 911 gt3 rs, 911 gt3, and 911 gt2 rs vehicles. The child restraint system (crs) instructions within the owner's manual May not provide enough specificity for proper installation. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of…
Why it matters: Improper crs installation increases the risk of an injury to the occupant in the event of a crash.
The fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will provide a an owner's manual supplement with proper crs installation instructions, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2020.
Most-reported problems
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Porsche 911 GT3 Rs so far.
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2016 Porsche 911 GT3 Rs have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2016 Porsche 911 GT3 Rs. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Porsche 911 GT3 Rs get?
EPA ratings run up to 17 mpg combined (4.0 L, Automatic (AM-S7)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2016 Porsche 911 GT3 Rs repair manual?
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