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Porsche Boxster Reliability through March 31, 2013
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
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2010 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
310-horsepower 3.4L H6 6-speed manual RWD
| Porsche Boxster in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2012 | 400 | battery was dead. thought warranty or extended warranty would cover it. porsche does not warranty the battery. $400.00 for replacement; yikes. | |
2008 Porsche Boxster
Engine not specified
| Porsche Boxster in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 3000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 3000 | 0 | coolant leak-replaced rad cap; when car sold leak had stopped |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2008 Porsche Boxster 2dr Hatch
245-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed manual RWD
| Porsche Boxster in Great Britain | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 12000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2009 | 13000 | 0 | Recirculation fan flap not closing correctly |
| Aug | 2010 | 17000 | 0 | Glove box damping cylinder squeaking Rusty wheel nuts replaced Squeaky suspension when turning steering wheel at low speeds |
| Sep | 2010 | 18000 | 0 | Both front dampers and top suspension mounts were replaced. Dampers were badly worn. |
| Mar | 2013 | 38000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Porsche Boxster in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 14000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 16000 | 0 | Dashboard cupholder door would not close. Loose bolt in steering wheel column and steering rack joint. |
| Mar | 2010 | 24000 | 0 | Defective right front strut mount was replaced. |
| Jun | 2010 | 27000 | 0 | Worn left front strut mount replaced. |
| Mar | 2011 | 30000 | 0 | Replace car horn, low tone out. Rattle on seat belt retractor cover. |
| Mar | 2012 | 35000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
295-horsepower 3.4L H6 6-speed manual RWD
| Porsche Boxster in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 22000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 23000 | 0 | Convertible top linkage broken. Door rattle lubricated and seems fixed |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2008 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
245-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed manual RWD
| Porsche Boxster in Nevada, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 10000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 12300 | 0 | small stress crack in instrument cluster plastic cover |
| May | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2007 Porsche Boxster 2dr Hatch
295-horsepower 3.4L H6 6-speed manual RWD
| Porsche Boxster in Nevada, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 24000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 25000 | 1200 | fuel smell |
| Feb | 2011 | 33700 | 30000 | Added TTP Oil Saver kit and X51 oil pan to prevent oil starvation when driving the car on a track. |
| Sep | 2011 | 40000 | 1000 | Leak in power steering lines at the rack. |
| Porsche Boxster in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 16000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 19300 | 0 | Passenger window would intermittently not go all the way up in auto mode. Lubed and inspected by dealer which fixed problem to 95% |
| May | 2011 | 26000 | 250 | replacement of left front tie rod. |
| Mar | 2013 | 45000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Porsche Boxster in Montana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 22000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 24000 | 0 | Headlight aiming performed |
| Mar | 2013 | 38000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2007 Porsche Boxster 2dr Hatch
245-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed manual RWD
| Porsche Boxster in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 21000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 22000 | 0 | 2nd gear synchronizer failure. Lost teeth. Told it was OK to drive, while awaiting parts. Then 3 rd and 4th started to go. On follow up trip the transmission was replaced with a refurb unit under warranty. |
| Nov | 2011 | 37000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Porsche Boxster 2dr Hatch
295-horsepower 3.4L H6 6-speed manual RWD
| Porsche Boxster in Utah, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 19000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 20000 | 0 | Auto up feature didn't work for passenger window. Reflash of computer solved problem. Very minor. |
| Sep | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Porsche Boxster in Oregon, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 20000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 21000 | 0 | No AM reception on the radio. Antenna hookup ok, no faults found. A call was made into Porsche North America for recommendations by the service department. I'm currently waiting for a response. |
| May | 2010 | 21700 | 0 | No AM reception was fixed by replacing the antenna |
| Jan | 2012 | 26000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Porsche Boxster in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 22320 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 23560 | 0 | maintenance, brake fluid flush, replace front brake pads, oil change. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
240-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed manual RWD
| Porsche Boxster in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 36000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2009 | 37000 | 0 | Broken main shaft and first gear. |
| Sep | 2011 | 60000 | 0 | Leaking water pump, replaced under CPO warranty |
| Mar | 2013 | 80000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Porsche Boxster in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 22000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 24000 | 0 | Upon starting the car after winter hibernation, engine--rap or knock persisted after 30 minutes of driving. To dealer 2 weeks later--noise was very faint; dealer diagnosed it as collapsed lifter; it refloated itself. Tech said this is common. |
| Sep | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
280-horsepower 3.2L H6 6-speed manual RWD
| Porsche Boxster in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 29000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2009 | 30000 | 500 | The air oil separator (AOS) was showing signs of approaching failure. The AOS and connecting J-tube were replaced during the 30k maintenance as further preventative maintenance. $150 in parts + self labor vs. possible engine replacement. |
| Jun | 2009 | 30000 | 915 | The fuel pump failed. The fuel pump, fuel filter and seal were replaced with new factory parts. 4 hours of labor for inspection and repair required. I suspect fuel filter was never replaced before due to low milage of vehicle and three previous owners. |
| Jul | 2010 | 45000 | 250 | Cracked coolant tank became increasingly leaky after long road trip. Replaced old tank. |
| Jul | 2011 | 53000 | 500 | The window regulator which had been failing for the last several months of use finally failed completely. The passenger window would no longer lower. Thus I couldn't use my convertible top either. |
| Nov | 2012 | 68700 | 600 | Serpentine belt pullies and bearings were worn out and needed replacement. Cold air intake fan needed replacement as well. |
| Mar | 2013 | 74000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Porsche Boxster in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 43000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2009 | 44000 | 0 | front sensor replaced under warranty top broken. |
| Jul | 2009 | 47000 | 0 | front trunk light not working. after getting car back from dealer, abs and check engine lights on. dealer kept car additional day, reflashed computer, and problem fixed. |
| Nov | 2009 | 48700 | 0 | Repaired water pump under warranty |
| Dec | 2010 | 59000 | 375 | AOS failed. Parts ordered and repair done. |
| Feb | 2012 | 65700 | 800 | Passenger seat stopped working and would not move. |
| Mar | 2013 | 72000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Porsche Boxster in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 93000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 94860 | 1200 | Second water pump within 1 year replacement. The pump rattled for 4 days before dying. Coolant spashed all over engine. Complete replacement 1000 tow 200. |
| Oct | 2009 | 96720 | 80 | Both Halogens went out on low beam. 2 $15 light bulbs and a half hour to install. |
| Dec | 2009 | 97960 | 800 | Key became corrupt after water leaked into the drivers computer. Cause was faulty drainage pipe behind drivers seat. |
| Mar | 2010 | 99820 | 200 | Windshield convertible top sensor switch went kaput. After removing the hard top the switch worked for a few minutes then died. Had to manually put top up and order switch. 1 hour labour ($100) + parts ($56) + taxes. |
| Sep | 2010 | 104160 | 1000 | Convertible top push rods broke. |
| Nov | 2010 | 104780 | 550 | Convertible top push rods replaced. As well as drip trays in convertible top down position. Leak to front passenger side corrected with repair as well as top now functional. |
| Apr | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Porsche Boxster in Iowa, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 31000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 32000 | 0 | Air conditioning didn't blow cold air. Dealer replaced A/C relay under CPO warranty. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
240-horsepower 2.7L H6 6-speed manual RWD
| Porsche Boxster in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 21000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 23000 | 0 | Replaced O-RING on suction oil pump for cylinders 4-6. |
| Apr | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
240-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed manual RWD
| Porsche Boxster in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 39000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2009 | 40000 | 0 | Exterior A pillar trim had faded |
| Feb | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Porsche Boxster in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 33000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 37000 | 0 | Seat belt tensioner would not release |
| Oct | 2009 | 40000 | 120 | Convertible top needed adjusting to close properly. |
| Sep | 2010 | 48000 | 40 | AC condensation drain blocked. |
| May | 2011 | 52000 | 200 | Convertible top needed to be adjusted. |
| Mar | 2013 | 62000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004.5 Porsche Boxster
Engine not specified
| Porsche Boxster in South Africa | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2012 | 22320 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 31160 | 0 | water pump disintegration |
| Mar | 2013 | 43400 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
264-horsepower 3.2L H6 6-speed manual RWD
| Porsche Boxster in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 49000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 50000 | 750 | Replace left rear wheel bearing. CV boots are leaking and need replacement also. |
| Porsche Boxster in Kentucky, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 20000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 21000 | 5000 | Intermediate Shaft Failure |
| Aug | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
258-horsepower 3.2L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Porsche Boxster in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2008 | 150 | Replaced two broken underbody panels. (DIY) Suspect they were broken during the last oil change of the prior owner. | |
| Aug | 2008 | 350 | Remote entry failed on one keyfob. | |
| Jan | 2009 | 300 | CD Player (Becker CDR23) failing intermittently; required repair. | |
| Feb | 2010 | 59000 | 0 | Headlamp switch failed (interior dash lights intermittent; headlights/taillights normal). Removed and cleaned the internal terminals, then reassembled. DIY. I posted details to renntech.org |
| Jul | 2010 | 63000 | 93 | Emissions air-oil separator (AOS) failed, and had to be replaced. Passenger windshield wiper stopped working. Was repaired by tightening the nut holding the wiper arm to the wiper mechanism. |
| Feb | 2011 | 69000 | 30 | Left cab top tension rope frayed severely and replaced just prior to complete failure. |
| Jun | 2012 | 83000 | 300 | Replaced faulty remote keyfob. Using second broken fob as manual key. |
| Aug | 2012 | 85000 | 8 | Engine ran less than smoothly at low throttle settings under some conditions. Cleaned throttle body & tightened several vacuum line connections. |
2004 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
228-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed manual RWD
| Porsche Boxster in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 32000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 32000 | 45 | Moisture in immobilizer control unit under seat, blew fuse, car died. Mechanical part of ignition tumbler failed, car hard to start, replaced ignition switch. |
| Nov | 2011 | 43000 | 104 | Numerous false warning llghts, instruments and radio stopped working, car otherwise ran fine, Problem could not be replicated by shop after full OBD scan, problem disappeared entirely, car has run fine ever since. |
| Aug | 2012 | 47500 | 37 | Microswitch that prevents car from being started with the clutch out/car in gear failed, needed replacement. Have ordered new switch, but for now simply took the two electrical connections to the microswitch off and jumped them with a two-inch wire. |
| Mar | 2013 | 49000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Porsche Boxster in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 26000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 28000 | 3800 | Fuel pump replacement, major maintenance, new rear tires |
| Feb | 2011 | 35300 | 0 | fuel pump re-installed - when new pump was installed during last visit it was done incorrectly and came loose |
| Apr | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2003 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
258-horsepower 3.2L H6 6-speed manual RWD
| Porsche Boxster in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 33000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 35000 | 140000 | engine seized. intermediate shaft broken. pistons and valves broken thermostat would not open. engine overheated to 213c. |
| Aug | 2012 | 46000 | 500 | replace all four cv joint boots, balance front tires |
| Mar | 2013 | 48000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Porsche Boxster in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 53000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 54000 | 200 | Drivers door latch failed causing failure of window drop-down function to clear convertible top. |
| Dec | 2011 | 77000 | 800 | CV joint boots were torn. Elected to replace both half shafts which cost slightly more than replacing only the boots. Rebuilt transmission, replaced clutch pressure plate, clutch disc, rear main seal, flywheel |
| Mar | 2013 | 91000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Porsche Boxster in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2008 | 68 | Condensation on coolant tank. Replaced cap and bleeder assembly myself. | |
| Apr | 2009 | 1040 | Replaced Rear main seal---warranty | |
| Apr | 2010 | 25000 | 0 | Water Pump Replaced |
| Apr | 2012 | 33300 | 347 | Rear main seal replaced. Clutch bearing replaced. Extended warranty doesn't cover clutch parts. Horn replaced. Passenger window regulator replaced. |
| Jul | 2012 | 37300 | 100 | CV Boots replaced Brake fluid leak fixed |
| Dec | 2012 | 41000 | 1435 | Fluid leak on seal. rear wheel bearing |
| Mar | 2013 | 45000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2003 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
228-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed manual RWD
| Porsche Boxster in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2005 | 0 | Foot rest replaced | |
| Feb | 2005 | 0 | Sealing ring F cranks again | |
| Apr | 2005 | 0 | Defective connector fuel pump | |
| Jun | 2008 | 0 | Bleeder O-Ring | |
| Aug | 2008 | 0 | Cooling tank cap replaced | |
| Mar | 2010 | 56420 | 0 | Front motor mount |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Porsche Boxster in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 53000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2009 | 55000 | 1500 | Leaking RMS and IMS seals both replaced under warranty. Owner replaced worn clutch and flywheel both worn beyond repair or resurfacing. |
| Dec | 2009 | 57000 | 500 | Rear spoiler had to be replaced |
| Mar | 2011 | 63000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2002 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
250-horsepower 3.2L H6 6-speed manual RWD
| Porsche Boxster in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 77000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 78000 | 300 | Coolant pump seal failure - replaced pump. Replaced thermostat and serpentine belt. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Porsche Boxster in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2003 | 0 | rear main seal | |
| Jun | 2004 | 0 | rear main seal rear drivers side wheel bearing valve cover gasket leak | |
| Sep | 2004 | 0 | rear main seal, passenger window regulator | |
| Oct | 2006 | 0 | valve cover gasket oil leak, convertable top tear | |
| Jun | 2008 | 100 | both rear cv joint replacement, oil leak horn replacement | |
| Aug | 2009 | 61000 | 9000 | valve sticking, timing chain failure motor mount failure IMS failure |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Porsche Boxster in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 70000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 72000 | 700 | Replaced starter |
| Dec | 2010 | 83000 | 1000 | Hose to water pump ruptured. Will replace water pump also since original is on borrows time at 83k miles. |
| Feb | 2011 | 83000 | 2700 | Steering pump replaced. Possibly related to track use, as this places more stress on the pump. Installed underdrive pulley with new pumpt to reduce chance this will happen again. |
| Jul | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Porsche Boxster in South Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 54000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 55000 | 300 | CV boots needed to be replaced |
| Oct | 2009 | 59000 | 19 | Headlight replacement |
| Nov | 2009 | 59000 | 700 | Cracked Expansion Tank |
2002 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
217-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Porsche Boxster in Tennessee, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 51000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 51000 | 0 | Cracks were found in the exhaust manifold covered under factory waranty by the 8 year/80,000 emissions warranty. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2001 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
250-horsepower 3.2L H6 6-speed manual RWD
| Porsche Boxster in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 47000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 47000 | 155 | Replaced failed motor mount. |
| Sep | 2009 | 49000 | 90 | 7Replaced blown Air Oil Separator (AOS) |
| Oct | 2009 | 49000 | 460 | I replaced the original alternator, a remanufactured alternator, on a previous repair and the replacement unit also failed. I had to purchase another (more expensive Bosch Reman alternator) as the initial remanuf. vendor had none it their system. |
| Jan | 2010 | 50300 | 2700 | Replace Intermediate Shaft bearing, Rear main seal all wheel bearings flywheel, clutch, half shaft boots front rotors. Also updated to hi-pro exhaust. |
| Sep | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2001 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
217-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Porsche Boxster in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 72000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 72000 | 50 | ignition switch |
| May | 2010 | 75000 | 100 | Felt vibration at 3k rpm and slight clunk sound when down shifting from 5->4. Replaced front engine mount. Common problem for Boxsters around 50k or more miles. DIY @ http://pedrosgarage.com/Site_3/Install_Front_Engine_Mount.html |
| Sep | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Porsche Boxster in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 55000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 56000 | 0 | ignition switch had issue, the key failed to turn and was stuck. Happened over a year ago as well so this time was replaced under that repairs warranty |
| Dec | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2001 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
217-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed manual RWD
| Porsche Boxster in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 52000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 52000 | 0 | Valve replaced in 2008. Replaced again in 2009. |
| Mar | 2010 | 57000 | 700 | Replaced ignition switch |
| Jun | 2010 | 57000 | 18000 | Mass air sensor |
| Aug | 2012 | 67000 | 0 | Sorry, didn't see that pads and rotors only count as repair for first 24,000 miles. This is the first replacement at 67,000 miles |
| Sep | 2012 | 67000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Porsche Boxster in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 60000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 60000 | 200 | replace worn motor mount |
| Feb | 2010 | 64300 | 0 | Car had squeaking noise from front on twisty roads. Head mechanic went for extended test drive with me (2nd time) and was able to diagnose the problem. Was a worn hood latch. Mechanic adjusted the latch when we returned to the dealer & problem solved |
| Apr | 2011 | 69000 | 3500 | Installed LNS Engineering retrofit intermediate shaft bearing kit as preventative measure against IMS failure. No problem evident prior to service & bearing appeared OK when removed. Installed low temp thermostat, replaced coolant tank |
| Mar | 2013 | 79000 | 0 | Various internal squeaks appeared over the past two years. Dealer lubricated convertible top and adjusted internal dash components to eliminate squeaking noises. Done in conjunction with routine service |
2000 Porsche Boxster
Engine not specified
| Porsche Boxster in Tennessee, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2009 | 64000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 65000 | 200 | O2 sensor throwing code, after replacement still throws code. |
| Oct | 2010 | 70000 | 90 | O2 sensors failed. Replaced and turned off CEL with OBD software. |
2000 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
250-horsepower 3.2L H6 6-speed manual RWD
| Porsche Boxster in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2009 | 58000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 59000 | 500 | Vacuum leak due to cracked hoses. |
| Dec | 2009 | 66000 | 400 | Water pump replaced. Independent Porsche mechanic replaced for only parts cost because he had replaced water pump 18 months ago and it should not have failed, so he ate the labor. Also replaced some roof mechanism parts. |
| Apr | 2011 | 76000 | 500 | oil leak onto catalytic converter, due to decayed spark plug tube seals. Parts were replaced. |
| Sep | 2011 | 79000 | 0 | Window regulator failure. |
| Sep | 2012 | 84000 | 350 | Window regulator failed |
| Apr | 2013 | 88500 | 400 | coolant reservoir replacement because tank cracked |
| May | 2013 | 89000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2000 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
217-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Porsche Boxster in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 29000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2009 | 30000 | 1000 | Crack in the coolant reservoir, losing coolant. |
| Jun | 2009 | 30000 | 100 | Ignition key switch went out |
| Sep | 2009 | 35000 | 750 | Alternator had to be replaced. |
| May | 2011 | 43000 | 650 | air-water separator |
| Sep | 2011 | 45000 | 2000 | Rear Main Seal |
| Dec | 2011 | 46000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2000 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
217-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed manual RWD
| Porsche Boxster in Spain | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 65100 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2009 | 65720 | 400 | Water pump replaced radiator overfill tank, hoses replaced. |
| Sep | 2009 | 68820 | 800 | Rear suspension was bad. Replaced with better then OEM parts. |
| Aug | 2011 | 71300 | 0 | Check engine light appeared after exhaust backfired and lost power and compression in 2nd gear. Filled gas tank full with premium gas of 98 octane. Car ran good again but check engine light still on. Mechanic cleaned sensor for free. |
| Mar | 2013 | 73160 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2000 Porsche Boxster 2-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Porsche Boxster in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2009 | 95000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2009 | 96000 | 789 | upper control arm |
| Apr | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
1999 Porsche Boxster
Engine not specified
| Porsche Boxster in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 103000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 103000 | 8459 | Blown motor. Factory defect. Slipped cylinder sleave. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
1999 Porsche Boxster 2-door
6-cylinder manual 2WD
| Porsche Boxster in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 83000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 83000 | 800 | coolant storage tank cracked - typical of older Boxsters. |
| Sep | 2009 | 86000 | 46 | horns burned out due to horn pad bushings wearing out allowing horn to engage contacts continuously - known problem with older 4 spoke Porsche steering wheels. dates back several models. shame on Porsche for continuing to sell poor designs |
| Jul | 2010 | 89000 | 120 | Airbag light on. Stupid design of seatbelt with a resistor that will get dirty and / or fail. |
| Oct | 2010 | 92000 | 300 | Convertible top arm socket broke. Typical failure mode for Boxsters. |
| Sep | 2011 | 97000 | 300 | Some widget valve in the emissions system was bad (formerly this function was performed by PCV valves). |
| Apr | 2012 | 99000 | 0 | Airbag light, reset it with Durametric software. |
| Sep | 2012 | 102000 | 3000 | Rear main seal leaking. New clutch/flywheel/release bearing (worn)& since the RMS was leaking it was a good time to replace. Also Intermediate Shaft Bearing replaced (known weakness of Boxsters), coolant temp sensor replaced, ebrake engmt sensor replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 103000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Porsche Boxster in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 79000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2009 | 80000 | 300 | Water pump was leaking at the bearing seal. Part was ordered on line and replaced by me |
| Jul | 2009 | 82000 | 47 | replace ignition coil pack |
| Sep | 2009 | 85000 | 250 | Coolant tank failed, had to be replaced |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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