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2004 Porsche Boxster recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2004 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
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| Exterior lighting | 3 |
Safety recalls3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Aug 30, 202222V656000 | Exterior lighting: headlightsImproperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 22V656000
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| May 11, 200909E025000 | Exterior lighting: headlightsDECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH. DetailsHide details for campaign 09E025000
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| Apr 7, 200909E012000 | Exterior lightingDECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH. DetailsHide details for campaign 09E012000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: Boxster, Boxster S. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
Owner complaints by component4
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 50 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 25 |
| Engine | 1 | 25 |
| Steering | 1 | 25 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Fuel/propulsion system
“SUMMARY OF SAFETY DEFECT: Active, unmitigated toxic gasoline vapor leak inside the cabin of a 2004 Porsche Boxster, presenting an acute fire and toxic chemical exposure hazard upon filling the tank and starting the…”
- Engine
“The intermediate shaft bearing when out and spread metal shaving throughout the engine. This caused a catastrophic engine failure. I have to have the car towed to the mechanic and will have to have an engine rebuild.”
- Engine and engine cooling
“2004 porsche boxster, 58-60k mi, had catastrophic engine failure at 10 mi/hr. Engine stalled; was able to restart and drive a few feet, but badly missing. Loud clanging noise from engine. No smoke.”
Other Porsche Boxster model years
- 20050 recalls19 complaints
- 20041 recall4 complaints
- 20032 recalls19 complaints
- 20022 recalls11 complaints
- 20012 recalls15 complaints
- 20001 recall8 complaints
All years: 2017 · 2015 · 2014 · 2013 · 2005 · 2004 · 2003 · 2002 · 2001 · 2000
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2004 Porsche Boxster recall questions
How many recalls does the 2004 Porsche Boxster have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2004 Porsche Boxster. The most recent, 22V656000 (reported August 30, 2022), concerns exterior lighting. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2004 Porsche Boxster recalls for?
The largest group is exterior lighting, with 3 campaigns. Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2004 Porsche Boxster?
Engine and engine cooling is the most-reported component, named in 2 complaints out of 4 filed with NHTSA (50%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2004 Porsche Boxster?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Porsche recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Porsche dealer.
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