CarRecallWatchThe 2005 Porsche Boxster S has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (1 report).
0Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
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2005 Porsche Boxster S recalls
No safety recalls on file for the 2005 Porsche Boxster S.
Most common 2005 Porsche Boxster S problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
What owners report
WHILE PULLING AWAY FROM A STOP LIGHT IN LIGHT CITY TRAFFIC, ENGINE SUDDENLY HAD REDUCED POWER OUTPUT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWED BY LOUD SOUNDS OF LOOSE METAL PARTS THROUGH OUT THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. UPON INSPECTION BY A PORSCHE SPECIALIST, HE DETERMINED THAT THE ENGINE HAD SUFFERED INTERMEDIATE SHAFT FAILURE WHICH CAUSED CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE BY ALLOWING THE VALVES TO MAKE CONTACT WITH THE PISTON HEADS AND SHREDDING BALL BEARS WHICH SENT METAL SHAVING THROUGH THE OILING SYSTEM. THE ENGINE IS CONSIDERED NON-REPAIRABLE AND REQUIRES A COMPLETE REPLACEMENT ENGINE.
2005 Porsche Boxster S questions
Does the 2005 Porsche Boxster S have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2005 Porsche Boxster S at this time.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Porsche Boxster S?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 Porsche Boxster S has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
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