MYRModel Year Report

2013 Porsche Boxster

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2013 Porsche Boxster
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:59:30.423Z

Only 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Porsche Boxster Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2013 highlighted. 1989: 1 complaints 1989 1997: 22 complaints 1998: 32 complaints 1999: 28 complaints 1999 2000: 5 complaints 2001: 13 complaints 2002: 10 complaints 2002 2003: 12 complaints 2004: 3 complaints 2005: 16 complaints 2005 2006: 5 complaints 2012: 1 complaints 2013: 10 complaints 2013 2014: 2 complaints 2015: 3 complaints 2016: 0 complaints 2016 2017: 1 complaints 2021: 0 complaints 2024: 0 complaints 2024
2013: 10 complaints
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YearComplaints
19891
199722
199832
199928
20005
200113
200210
200312
20043
200516
20065
20121
201310
20142
20153
20160
20171
20210
20240

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 10 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

3 of 10 total reports mention: engine.

CRASH
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I RENTED A 2013 PORSCHE BOXTER CONV. THEY DROPPED IT OFF TO ME AT STORE, DUE TO MY CAR BEING TOWED AWAY FROM BEING HIT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130627

SUSPENSION

2 of 10 total reports mention: suspension.

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2013 PORSCHE BOXTER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO ISSUE WITH CONTROL ARM MOUNTS ON REAR SUSPENSION. THE CONSUMER REFERENCED RECALL 21V-679. THE CONSUMER STATED THE PARTS NECESSARY TO COMPLETE THE RECALL REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20220310

STRUCTURE

2 of 10 total reports mention: structure.

CRASH
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I RENTED A 2013 PORSCHE BOXTER CONV. THEY DROPPED IT OFF TO ME AT STORE, DUE TO MY CAR BEING TOWED AWAY FROM BEING HIT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130627

POWER TRAIN

2 of 10 total reports mention: power train.

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2013 PORSCHE BOXSTER. CAR ROLLS WHEN STOPPED WITH TRANSMISSION IN 'PARK.' SIMILAR TO RECALLS OF PORSCHE CAYENNES AND PANAMERAS. MAY BE SIMILAR TO THE TRANSMISSION CONNECTION BUSHING PROBLEM THAT CAME LOOSE IN OTHER MODELS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20191122

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 10 total reports mentions: service brakes.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20220106 — power train

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.

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.

Campaign 21V679000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2013 Porsche Boxster — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 21V679000 (power train) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2013 Porsche Boxster reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Porsche Boxster?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2013 Porsche Boxster have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.