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2017 Porsche 718 Boxster problems and repair guidance
Read 4 documented issue files for the 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster, including symptoms, source-defined vehicle scope and the published repair or diagnostic steps. A matching model name does not diagnose your car or confirm VIN eligibility.
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2017 Porsche 718 Boxster: symptoms, affected vehicles and documented fixes
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4documented issue files
3vehicle systems
4 recall files · 0 other manufacturer files. These are editorial file counts, not distinct campaign totals, failure rates or a complete recall history.
Body & structure
Official safety recall2017Campaign 17V135000Windshield may detach
During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash.
NHTSA campaign 17V135000 includes certain 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster vehicles. Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017 911 Carrera Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, 911 Targa S, 911 Targa 4S, 911 Turbo Cabriolet, 718 Boxter and 718 Boxter S vehicles. In the event of a crash, if the windshield separates from the vehicle, it can increase the risk of injury.
Symptoms to compare
- Wind noise, water intrusion or movement around the glass may be noticed, but warning signs are not guaranteed
- An open campaign appears when the complete VIN is checked
- Some recalled vehicles may show no advance warning before the component fails
Other ways owners describe it: windshield coming loose; wind noise around glass; water leaking by windshield; windscreen glue failed; windshield moves; glass bonding recall.
Which vehicles the source covers
- 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster
- NHTSA campaign 17V135000
- The manufacturer filing lists 21 potentially affected units across the complete campaign.
- VIN eligibility determines whether this recall applies to an individual vehicle
Safety recall eligibility is based on the VIN and campaign scope, not ordinary warranty mileage. Check the complete VIN even when the vehicle is outside its original warranty.
Component in the source: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Published recall remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will rebond the windshield, free of charge. The recall began on May 12, 2016. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243.
Use the official recall remedyAuthorised dealer · Confirm with VIN
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will rebond the windshield, free of charge. The recall began on May 12, 2016. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243.
Limit: Do not buy parts from the campaign description alone. VIN scope, superseded remedies and parts availability can change.
Check the complete VIN before arranging workBasic check · 5 minutes
Enter the 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup and ask the manufacturer or an authorised dealer to confirm whether the campaign is open for this vehicle.
Limit: A year, make and model match does not prove that every vehicle is included. The VIN result controls eligibility.
Evidence for this issue
- 17V135000: Official campaign record for Porsche 718 Boxster
NHTSA safety recall · Mar 2, 2017
NHTSA campaign data lists the defect, safety consequence and manufacturer remedy. The manufacturer filing lists 21 potentially affected units across the complete campaign.
Fuel system
Official safety recall2017, 2018, 2019Campaign 19V113000Fuel leak and fire risk
In the event of a crash, a crossmember may detach from the luggage compartment bracket, possibly causing a fuel leak.
NHTSA campaign 19V113000 includes certain 2017 to 2019 Porsche 718 Boxster vehicles. Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017-2019 718 Boxster, 718 Boxster S, 718 Cayman and 718 Cayman S vehicles and 2018-2019 718 Boxster GTS and 2018-2019 718 Cayman GTS vehicles. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of fire.
Symptoms to compare
- A fuel odour, visible leak or warning light may be present, although some vehicles show no warning
- An open campaign appears when the complete VIN is checked
- Some recalled vehicles may show no advance warning before the component fails
Other ways owners describe it: car smells like gas; fuel leaking under car; strong petrol smell; gas smell after parking; fuel line recall; car could catch fire.
Which vehicles the source covers
- 2017 to 2019 Porsche 718 Boxster
- NHTSA campaign 19V113000
- The manufacturer filing lists 14,388 potentially affected units across the complete campaign.
- VIN eligibility determines whether this recall applies to an individual vehicle
Safety recall eligibility is based on the VIN and campaign scope, not ordinary warranty mileage. Check the complete VIN even when the vehicle is outside its original warranty.
Component in the source: STRUCTURE
Published recall remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will secure the crossmember with additional rivets, free of charge. The recall began April 19, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243.
Use the official recall remedyAuthorised dealer · Confirm with VIN
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will secure the crossmember with additional rivets, free of charge. The recall began April 19, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243.
Limit: Do not buy parts from the campaign description alone. VIN scope, superseded remedies and parts availability can change.
Check the complete VIN before arranging workBasic check · 5 minutes
Enter the 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup and ask the manufacturer or an authorised dealer to confirm whether the campaign is open for this vehicle.
Limit: A year, make and model match does not prove that every vehicle is included. The VIN result controls eligibility.
Evidence for this issue
- 19V113000: Official campaign record for Porsche 718 Boxster
NHTSA safety recall · Feb 20, 2019
NHTSA campaign data lists the defect, safety consequence and manufacturer remedy. The manufacturer filing lists 14,388 potentially affected units across the complete campaign.
Official safety recall2017Campaign 17V054000Fuel leak and fire risk
The screws that fasten the fuel collection pipes in the engine compartment may shear off, resulting in a fuel leak.
NHTSA campaign 17V054000 includes certain 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster vehicles. Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017 911 Carrera, 911 Carrera S, 911 Carrera 4, 911 Carrera 4S, 911 Targa 4, 911 Targa 4S + GTS, 911 Carrera Cabriolet, 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 718 Boxster, 718 Boxster S, 718 Cayman, and 718 Cayman S vehicles. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Symptoms to compare
- A fuel odour, visible leak or warning light may be present, although some vehicles show no warning
- An open campaign appears when the complete VIN is checked
- Some recalled vehicles may show no advance warning before the component fails
Other ways owners describe it: car smells like gas; fuel leaking under car; strong petrol smell; gas smell after parking; fuel line recall; car could catch fire.
Which vehicles the source covers
- 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster
- NHTSA campaign 17V054000
- The manufacturer filing lists 4,090 potentially affected units across the complete campaign.
- VIN eligibility determines whether this recall applies to an individual vehicle
Safety recall eligibility is based on the VIN and campaign scope, not ordinary warranty mileage. Check the complete VIN even when the vehicle is outside its original warranty.
Component in the source: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Published recall remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will install improved fastening screws, free of charge. The recall began March 27, 2017. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243.
Use the official recall remedyAuthorised dealer · Confirm with VIN
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will install improved fastening screws, free of charge. The recall began March 27, 2017. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243.
Limit: Do not buy parts from the campaign description alone. VIN scope, superseded remedies and parts availability can change.
Check the complete VIN before arranging workBasic check · 5 minutes
Enter the 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup and ask the manufacturer or an authorised dealer to confirm whether the campaign is open for this vehicle.
Limit: A year, make and model match does not prove that every vehicle is included. The VIN result controls eligibility.
Evidence for this issue
- 17V054000: Official campaign record for Porsche 718 Boxster
NHTSA safety recall · Jan 25, 2017
NHTSA campaign data lists the defect, safety consequence and manufacturer remedy. The manufacturer filing lists 4,090 potentially affected units across the complete campaign.
Safety restraints
Official safety recall2017Campaign 17V134000Air bag system safety defect
The passenger frontal air bag inflator initiator may fail to ignite during a crash.
NHTSA campaign 17V134000 includes certain 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster vehicles. Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016 911 GT3 RS and 911 R vehicles and 2017 911 Carrera, 911 Carrera Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4, 911 Carrera 4S, 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, 911 Carrera S, 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, 911 Targa 4, 911 Targa 4S, 911 Turbo S, 911 Turbo S Cabriolet, 718 Boxster, 718 Boxster S, 718 Cayman and 718 Cayman S vehicles. If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the passenger frontal air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Symptoms to compare
- An air bag or SRS warning may appear, but some affected vehicles have no advance warning
- An open campaign appears when the complete VIN is checked
- Some recalled vehicles may show no advance warning before the component fails
Other ways owners describe it: airbag warning light is on; air bag recall; airbag might not work; SRS light came on; airbag deployed by itself; airbag inflator problem.
Which vehicles the source covers
- 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster
- NHTSA campaign 17V134000
- The manufacturer filing lists 120 potentially affected units across the complete campaign.
- VIN eligibility determines whether this recall applies to an individual vehicle
Safety recall eligibility is based on the VIN and campaign scope, not ordinary warranty mileage. Check the complete VIN even when the vehicle is outside its original warranty.
Component in the source: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Published recall remedy
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bags, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2017. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243.
Use the official recall remedyAuthorised dealer · Confirm with VIN
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bags, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2017. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243.
Limit: Do not buy parts from the campaign description alone. VIN scope, superseded remedies and parts availability can change.
Check the complete VIN before arranging workBasic check · 5 minutes
Enter the 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup and ask the manufacturer or an authorised dealer to confirm whether the campaign is open for this vehicle.
Limit: A year, make and model match does not prove that every vehicle is included. The VIN result controls eligibility.
Evidence for this issue
- 17V134000: Official campaign record for Porsche 718 Boxster
NHTSA safety recall · Mar 2, 2017
NHTSA campaign data lists the defect, safety consequence and manufacturer remedy. The manufacturer filing lists 120 potentially affected units across the complete campaign.
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