2000 Porsche Boxster recalls and problems

The 2000 Porsche Boxster has 1 safety recall and 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Porsche dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

1 / 1

Injuries / deaths

1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2000 Porsche Boxster vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Porsche Boxster recalls

Recall 03V-004: Power Train

Reported Jan 23, 2003 · 12,234 vehicles affected · PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: 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. If the key-lock-cable is not adjusted correctly, it is possible that the ignition key will snag upon being removed fro the ignition lock or the slector lever can be shifted from position "p" with the ignition key removed and the locking button operated.

Risk: If the selector lever is then shifted from position "p" to position "r, n or d" with the vehicle parked, and if the parking brake is not on, the vheicle will not be secured from inadvertenly rolling away, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the cable adjustment and, regardless of the results of this inspection, the key-lock-cable must also be adjusted. Owner notification began july 15, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact porsche at 1-800-545-8039.

2000 Porsche Boxster problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Engine	2
Visibility	1
Suspension	1
Seat Belts	1

Most reported parts

Visibility › Glass, Side/Rear — 1
Suspension › Front — 1
Seat Belts › Front › Anchorage — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 49,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2000 Porsche Boxster complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · at 50,000 miles · reported Mar 30, 2014

The engine spontaneously caught on fire while driving between the gas station and my home. The distance was no more than five miles and the speed was no more than 45mph.

Engine · at 30,000 miles · reported Oct 16, 2012

Engine made strange noises. Took the vehicle to a mechanic that specialized in porsche. Diagnosis was intermediate shaft bearing failure.

Seat Belts · at 49,000 miles · reported Jun 10, 2005

The shoulder "guide" for the safety belt is cracked on both the driver and passenger sides. This guide would be weight bearing in any accident. The cracks compromise the integrity of the safety belt constraint. Because these cracks are on both sides of the vehicle, it should be investigated to protect riders from a quality control issue.

Suspension · reported Nov 20, 2000

The front right of the car collapsed while driving on freeway. The front axile/suspension was broken resulting in total separation of the front right wheel from the car. The police report confirms that the accident "was caused possibly by metal fatigue." the accident caused the total loss of the car & substantial injuries to the driver. A likely design defect from porsche.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Porsche Boxster have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2000 Porsche Boxster: 03V-004 (power train). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Porsche Boxster?

Owners report engine problems most often (2 reports), followed by visibility (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 49,000 miles.

Are Porsche recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Porsche dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.