2001 Porsche Boxster S
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2001 Porsche Boxster S is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 3 on record.
2001 Porsche Boxster S at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2001 Porsche Boxster S recalls 2
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 ad…
Fix: 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.
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 IGNITION KEY REMOVED AND …
Fix: 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 WIT…
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2001 Porsche Boxster S common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2001 Porsche Boxster S MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2001 Porsche Boxster S costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2001 Porsche Boxster S. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 251
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 251.
Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the glass roof - 9J0877069BY & 9J0877069CY. The vehicles affected are ones that use the part numbers mentioned.
Bulletin No. D746 · Structure · Dec 2025Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the door lock. part numbers 9Y0839015, 9Y0839016, 9Y0839016A, 9Y0839015A, 9Y0839015B, 9Y0839016B. Vehicles affected are cars that use the part numbers mentioned.
Bulletin No. D732.1 · Structure · Nov 2025Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the combi-instrument black. The part numbers listed on the PDF and All parts with software version 005 are affected. Only software version 006 is OK.
Bulletin No. D748 · Nov 2025Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the brake disc 9Y0615301AJ
Bulletin No. D749 · Service Brakes · Nov 2025Instructions on advanced technical information for paint thickness or decals affecting corner radar sensor operation. Affects all model lines
Bulletin No. 2529 · Nov 2025Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the pressure sensor. The vehicles affected are cars that use the part number 9A790605201
Bulletin No. D747 · Engine · Nov 2025Technical information on WSJ0 – Update to Software Network VR28.13 (Workshop Campaign)
Bulletin No. WSJ0 · Electrical System · Nov 2025Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the high voltage connector. The affected vehicles are ones that use part number PAC915161(High-voltage connector)
Bulletin No. D728.1 · Electrical System · Nov 2025Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the high voltage battery. The affected vehicles are ones that use part number 0Z3915913BN (High-voltage Battery)
Bulletin No. 713.1 · Electrical System · Nov 2025Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the high voltage battery. The affected vehicles are ones that use part number 0Z3915913BN (High-voltage Battery)
Bulletin No. D738.1 · Electrical System · Nov 2025Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the BOXSTER S. Model-year data, not specific to one car.