Does the 1980 Porsche 928 have any recalls?

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: steering, suspension. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 1980 Porsche 928 recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Porsche dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 1980 Porsche 928?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

1980 Porsche 928 recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1980 Porsche 928. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Porsche been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Porsche dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

1980 Porsche 928 recalls, newest first

May 12, 1982NHTSA 82V0480004,800 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar

Summary: On the involved vehicles, the universal joint which connects the steering shaft to the steering rack may have been improperly positioned during assembly. If vehicle is driven on poor roads for an extended period of time, the connection between the steering shaft and universal joint could loosen and cause excessive steering wheel free play.
Remedy: Dealer will inspect and reposition the universal joint connection at no cost to owner.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 25, 1981NHTSA 81V04000064 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension › Front › Shock absorber

Summary: Front shock absorbers on some vehicles may have improperly welded mounting eyes. The shock absorber mounting could separate and cause the suspension to collapse if vehicle is driven on rough roads for a long period of time.
Remedy: The front shock absorbers on all involved vehicles will be checked and, if necessary, replaced without charge.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1980 Porsche 928 were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

Other Porsche 928 years

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Questions

Does the 1980 Porsche 928 have any recalls?: 2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: steering, suspension. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1980 Porsche 928 recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Porsche dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1980 Porsche 928?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.