2010 Porsche Boxster (987) Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 20, 2014 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Boxster (987) years
Not enough data 2nd of 6 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 Porsche Boxster (987). That ranks 2nd out of 6 Boxster (987) model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 12,385 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2010 Porsche Boxster (987) problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Power Train2 · ~12,385 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train2100%12,385——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2010, with 1 complaints
2010: 1201012014: 120141

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2010 Porsche Boxster (987) recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2010 Porsche Boxster (987).

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

I was driving on a major 8-lane highway. I shifted uneventfully through the gears, until i attempted to shift from 5th to 6th. At this point, i discovered that the shift lever offered no resistance and had no effect: the shift linkage had failed catastrophically and without warning. The car was in…

Power Train · received Jul 20, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10614857

Starting from a stop light, i engaged the clutch on my new 2010 porsche carrera s. Upon reaching appropriate speed, i lifted my foot off the clutch pedal. The engine continued to rev as i applied acceleration, but the car did not move forward. I then noticed the clutch pedal did not return to its…

Power Train · received Jun 23, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10339774

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Porsche Boxster (987)?

Owners most often report power train problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2010 Porsche Boxster (987)?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2010 Porsche Boxster (987) a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Boxster (987) model years, the 2010 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.