This page covers 2 recalls, 10 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2013 Porsche Boxster.
24–25 mpg combined
9.4–9.8 L/100km
Two Seaters
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
Complaints filed for the 2013 Boxster are spread thin across several systems, with no single issue dominating the record. Engine and powertrain each draw a couple of reports, as does suspension, where one owner describes problems with rear control arm mounts. On the powertrain side, at least one report mentions a transmission connection bushing coming loose. A single owner reports repeated wiring damage attributed to rodent attraction, describing multiple repair visits for the same issue. One report describes brake power loss at highway speeds, with the vacuum pump identified as the failed component after the fact. A separate isolated report describes the horn activating and staying on for roughly a minute, traced to a bracket and airbag assembly contact.
10
Total Complaints
1
Crash-Related
By System
The 2013 Porsche Boxster has two recalls, both addressing the same issue: rear axle carrier side mounts that can crack and eventually break, causing sudden loss of vehicle control and raising the risk of a crash.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear-axle carrier side sections can fracture, potentially affecting rear suspension and handling.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the rear-axle carrier side sections at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
At a glance
What can fail
The rear axle carrier side mounts can crack and break. If both break while driving, you could lose control of the vehicle.
What the fix does
Porsche will mail you instructions to bring your vehicle to a dealer, where technicians will replace the rear axle carrier side sections.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
