2012 Porsche Boxster: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2012 Porsche Boxster: 1 recall, 1 owner complaint and up to 23 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #11V409000 · 2011 · 235 vehicles
What's wrong: 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 4 and targa 4s; and 911 turbo and turbo s models manufactured from May 31, 2011, through June 10, 2011. There is a possibility that the mounting holes in the seat belt anchor plates fitted to the vehicle are too small. If the hole diameter is too small, the anchor plate May…
Why it matters: Should this occur, the seat belt May not be routed optimally around the occupant, or May potentially loosen at some point in the future increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt anchors and, if necessary, replace the seat belt. The repairs will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on September 2, 2011.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2012 Porsche Boxster has 1 owner complaints, ranking #14 of 14 Boxster model years for complaints (well below the 12 average). Neighboring years: 2013 (10 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.9 L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 29 | 23 | Premium |
| 2.9 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 22 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2012 Porsche Boxster have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2012 Porsche Boxster. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2012 Porsche Boxster problems?
Owners have filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (1).
What gas mileage does the 2012 Porsche Boxster get?
EPA ratings run up to 23 mpg combined (2.9 L, Automatic 7-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2012 Porsche Boxster repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.