Porsche Boxster recalls and problems
6 recalls and 81 owner complaints for 11 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
6
Complaints
81
Crashes reported
7
Fires reported
2
Choose a model year
Porsche Boxster by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Boxster | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 Boxster | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 Boxster | 1 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 Boxster | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 Boxster | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 Boxster | 0 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 Boxster | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 Boxster | 2 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2002 Boxster | 2 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 Boxster | 2 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 Boxster | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Most reported Porsche Boxster problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 17 | |
| Engine | 14 | |
| Power Train | 14 | |
| Electrical System | 9 | |
| Suspension | 8 | |
| Structure | 8 | |
| Service Brakes | 7 | |
| Air Bags | 6 | |
| Steering | 4 | |
| Tires | 4 |
All Porsche Boxster recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22V-656 | Aug 30, 2022 | 2001–2004 | Exterior Lighting | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. |
| 21V-679 | Sep 1, 2021 | 2013–2015 | Power Train | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. |
| 14V-698 | Nov 4, 2014 | 2014–2015 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. |
| 13V-502 | Oct 17, 2013 | 2014 | Seats, Electrical System | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. |
| 11V-409 | Aug 5, 2011 | 2012 | Seat Belts | Porsche is recalling certain model year 2011 911 speedster and 911 gts rs 4.0; and model year 2012 boxster (Including s and spyder); cayman (Including s and r); 911 carrera (Including s, gts, 4, 4s, and 4 gts); 911 targa… |
| 03V-004 | Jan 23, 2003 | 2000–2003 | Power Train | Certain 2-door convertible passenger vehicles equipped with the tiptronic (Automatic) transmission may have been produced with an incorrectly adjusted key-lock-cable down to the shift selector. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Porsche Boxster?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2005 Porsche Boxster has the most reports (16). Check the 2005 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Porsche Boxster have?
NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls covering Porsche Boxster model years 2000–2004, 2012–2015.
What are the most common Porsche Boxster problems?
Owners report engine and engine cooling, engine, power train problems most often.