NHTSA lists 10 complaints for the 2002 Porsche Boxster, 3 of them mention a crash and 0 mention a fire. 0 complaints mention an injury, with 0 injuries and 0 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-08.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as PORSCHE BOXSTER.
Model-generated complaint tags: This model year has not been tagged.
Recalls
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2 recalls.
Date: 2022-08-30. Systems: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
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 headlight (excerpt)
Consequence: Improperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash. (excerpt)
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. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2003-01-23. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Defect: CERTAIN 2-DOOR CONVERTIBLE PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE TIPTRONIC (AUTOMATIC) TRANSMISSION MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITH AN INCORRECTLY ADJUSTED KEY-LOCK-CABLE DOWN TO THE SHIFT SELECTOR. IF THE KEY-LOCK-CABLE IS NOT ADJUSTED CORRECTLY, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE IGNITION KEY WILL SNAG UPON BEING REMOVED FRO THE IGNITION LOCK OR THE SLECTOR LEVER CAN BE SHIFTED FROM POSITION "P" WITH THE IGNIT (excerpt)
Consequence: IF THE SELECTOR LEVER IS THEN SHIFTED FROM POSITION "P" TO POSITION "R, N OR D" WITH THE VEHICLE PARKED, AND IF THE PARKING BRAKE IS NOT ON, THE VHEICLE WILL NOT BE SECURED FROM INADVERTENLY ROLLING AWAY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. (excerpt)
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE CABLE ADJUSTMENT AND, REGARDLESS OF THE RESULTS OF THIS INSPECTION, THE KEY-LOCK-CABLE MUST ALSO BE ADJUSTED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 15, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
371 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 78 |
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| EQUIPMENT | 65 |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 64 |
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| ENGINE | 39 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 36 |
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| STRUCTURE | 19 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 18 |
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| Diagnostic Tester | 16 |
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11037873
Date: 2026-09-29. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Parts Information for Parts Withdrawal - Radio & Satellite Radio Receiver. Note that part 91164559100 is also applicable to the following models not in the product list: 911 (1970-1989), 914 (1970-1976), 924 (1976-1985), 924S (1986-1988), 928 (1978-1995), 944 (1982-1991), 964 (1989-1994), 968 (1992-
11037808
Date: 2026-09-22. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE, POWER TRAIN.
Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche A40 Engine Oils. Note that this bulletin covers all vehicles from model year 1997 to 2020, for which A40 engine oils are assigned. Model years 1997-2001 are not available for selection in the system.
11037812
Date: 2026-09-22. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE, POWER TRAIN.
Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C30 Engine Oils. Note that the bulletin includes all models back to model year 1984, for which C30 engine oils are allocated.
11037813
Date: 2026-09-22. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE, POWER TRAIN.
Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C20 Engine Oils. Note that the bulletin covers all models back to model year 1984, for which C20 engine oils are allocated.
11037816
Date: 2026-09-22. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE, POWER TRAIN.
Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C40 Engine Oils. Note that this bulletin covers all models back to model year 1984, for which C40 engine oils are allocated.
11037868
Date: 2026-09-14. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STEERING, SUSPENSION, WHEELS.
Special Tools and Equipment Information for alignment machines - Q3 2026 Software Spec Update Available
11037795
Date: 2026-09-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Technical Information for Damage to Nano Plug Contacts Due to Utilization of Incorrect Measuring Equipment
11037085
Date: 2026-08-28. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Special Tools and Equipment Information for Diagnostic Equipment Standards for all USA Porsche Centers
11037083
Date: 2026-08-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STEERING, SUSPENSION, WHEELS.
Special Tools and Equipment Information for alignment machines - Q2 2026 Software Spec Update Available
11037072
Date: 2026-08-14. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Product Knowledge for Model Type Designations