Jerking or juddering when accelerating on Porsche: causes by model
In 6 models from Porsche there are 3 documented faults that cause this symptom (jerking). The most important: transfer case wear (all-wheel drive) and oil leaks from the transmission, vibrations and jerks at low speed caused by a transfer case fault and ignition coils cracked by heat and misfires.
Documented faults, from most to least important
Severity × frequency. Below each one, the Porsche models it appears in.
In 911 996, 911 997, Boxster 986 and Boxster 987
By Porsche model
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Engines and gearboxes involved
Frequently asked questions
Jerking in a Porsche: what could it be?
In 6 models from Porsche there are 3 documented faults that cause this symptom (jerking). The most important: transfer case wear (all-wheel drive) and oil leaks from the transmission, vibrations and jerks at low speed caused by a transfer case fault and ignition coils cracked by heat and misfires. Each fault has its own page with the affected years and versions, the cause and how to check for it.
Which Porsche models have the most faults with this symptom?
Porsche Boxster 986 (1 fault), Porsche 911 996 (1 fault), Porsche 911 997 (1 fault) and Porsche Boxster 987 (1 fault).
Which Porsche engines cause it?
Porsche M96/M97 (1 fault).