2013 Porsche Boxster S

Recalls

1 recall names the 2013 Porsche Boxster S. Newest first.

• Power train › Axle assembly

  Sep 1, 2021NHTSA 21V6790004,934 vehicles

  Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Boxster, 2013-2014 Boxster S, 2014-2015 Cayman, Cayman S, 2015 Boxster GTS, and Cayman GTS vehicles. The rear-axle carrier side sections may fracture.

  Risk and remedy

  Risk

  A carrier fracture may cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy

  Dealers will replace the rear-axle carrier side sections, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB7.

  Full recall details →

Owner complaints

Latest complaints

• Feb 24, 2014SC3,300 mi
  Service brakes
  The serious safety defect IS that the electronic hand brake system unexpectedly activates for no apparent reason while driving. this IS extremely dangerous when the car locks down on the road at an intersection. in 6 months the car has been in for repair for 37 days in 2 different porsche…

  The serious safety defect IS that the electronic hand brake system unexpectedly activates for no apparent reason while driving. this IS extremely dangerous when the car locks down on the road at an intersection. in 6 months the car has been in for repair for 37 days in 2 different porsche dealerships. the have worked on it, but can find no solution to the problem. due to this safety issue, I have discontinued driving the car. I am entering arbitration with porsche in march, 2014. *tr

Service bulletins

Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.

• 11011666Parts information with parts withdrawal involving the hydro-mounting - 992199384F The affected vehicles are cars that use the part number mentioned.
• 11011572Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the oil separator. The affected vehicles are cars that use part number 0PC115099A
• 11011570Special tools and equipment information for the WiScope UV upgrade - affecting all Porsche models
• 11011563Information on PIWIS tester update 43.000.020 & .021. PIWIS tester updates applies to all Porsche models that have an OBD2 port.
• 11011561Information on PIWIS tester update 43.000.017. PIWIS tester updates applies to all Porsche models that have an OBD2 port.
• 11011552Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the camera and control unit with the camera - PAD980551 & PAD980568C. The affected vehicles are cars that use the part numbers mentioned.
• 11011201Instructions on advanced technical information for the interior door panel. Warps along the top surface of the 911, Boxster, and Cayman
• 11011200Information on PIWIS tester update 43.000.016. PIWIS tester updates applies to all Porsche models with an OBD2 port.
• 11011195Information on PIWIS tester update 43.000.010, .011 & .015. PIWIS tester updates applies to all Porsche models with an OBD2 port.
• 11011184Instructions on advanced technical information for a squeak and or rattle from the dash or instrument cluster area on the Boxsters, Caymans, and 911s.
• 11009877Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.048
• 11009862Special tools and equipment information for the mobile data signal strength in the workshop
• 11008666Manufacturers certificate with an overview on approved Porsche A40 engine oils. See attached for list of affected vehicles.
• 11008662Manufacturers certificate with an overview on approved Porsche C40 engine oils. See attached for list of affected vehicles.
• 11008661Manufacturers certificate with an overview on approved Porsche C30 engine oils. See attached for list of affected vehicles. All MY04-20
• 11008658Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the windscreen. Vehicles affected are cars that use part numbers 992845011Q, 992845011AN, 992845011S, 992845011AM, 992845011BL, 992845011DB, 992845047DY, 992845047FY
• 11008657Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.040. PIWIS tester updates applies to all Porsche models that have an OBD2 port.
• 11008637Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.032. PIWIS tester updates applies to all Porsche models that have an OBD2 port.
• 11008636Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.030. PIWIS tester updates applies to all Porsche models that have an OBD2 port.
• 11008635Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the booster - 7PP035223M, 7PP035223AA, 99164548000. Vehicles affected are cars that use the part numbers listed.
• 11008624Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.025
• 11008603Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the windscreen. The cars involved are cars that use the part numbers 992845011Q, 992845011AN, 992845011S, 992845011AM, 992845011BL, 992845011DB, 992845047DY, 992845047FY
• 11008486Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.021
• 11008479Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the chain tensioner - 0PB109507D
• 11008476Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.020
• 11008473Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the seat frame - 992885456CY
• 11008470Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.015
• 11008454Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the booster - 7PP035223M, 7PP035223AA, and 99164548000
• 11008449Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.010 & .011
• 11008441Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the engine oil (00004321093)
• 11008440Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.000 & .001
• 11007107Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the wire set - 976971227 & 976971227A
• 11007096Information on PIWIS tester update 42.900.030
• 11007041Information on PIWIS tester update 42.900.020
• 11007037Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the ball screw - PAF004835
• 11007036Information on PIWIS tester update 42.900.010
• 11006874Parts information for parts withdrawal involving a number of parts for the flange, fuel pump, and fuel filter
• 11006858Product Knowledge on the chassis/VIN numbering systems
• 11006850Information on PIWIS tester update 42.900.000
• 11005806Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the charger for the high-voltage battery

Every Porsche Boxster S model year

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