How many recalls does the 2001 Porsche Boxster S have?

The 2001 Porsche Boxster S has 1 recall on record from Transport Canada and NHTSA.

What is the most recent recall for the 2001 Porsche Boxster S?

The most recent recall was issued on August 30, 2022 and relates to the exterior lighting:headlights system.

Are there any high-risk recalls for the 2001 Porsche Boxster S?

Yes, there is 1 high-risk recall for the 2001 Porsche Boxster S involving serious safety concerns.

Is the 2001 Porsche Boxster S affected by any Canadian recalls?

There are currently no Transport Canada recalls on record for the 2001 Porsche Boxster S.

2001 Porsche Boxster S

NHTSA (USA)Low Risk

August 30, 2022

2001–2004 PORSCHE BOXSTER S NHTSA Campaign #22V656000

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Defect

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2020 Porsche Macan, Cayenne, Panamera, and Cayman S, 2001-2004 Boxster, Boxster S, 2004 Boxster 50 JAHRE SPYDER 550 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all affected models and model years. The caps that cover the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which can allow the headlights to be improperly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Safety Risk

Improperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the headlights for sealing caps and install missing caps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANB4.

222,858 vehicles affectedMfr ref: ANB4Updated May 25, 2026

2001 Porsche Boxster S

What Owners Report

Federal Crash Test Ratings

1 Recall

Defect

Safety Risk

Remedy

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