2012 Porsche Boxster
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Brakes
The only complaint filed mentions Brakes.
Complaints filed rose from 0 in 2011 to 1 in 2012.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | vs. 2012 Two Seaters |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,250–3,500 | 3,350–3,500 | 3,350–3,700 | 3,100–3,500 | 3,100–3,500 | |
| Combined MPG | 22–24 | 22–23 | 21–23 | 22–25 | 22–25 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 19–20 / 26–29 | 19–20 / 26–29 | 19–20 / 26–29 | 20–22 / 27–31 | 20–22 / 27–31 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 370–404 | 386–404 | 386–423 | 352–397 | 352–397 | |
| Complaints filed | 0 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 2 | |
| Recalls issued | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 4 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 4 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2012 Porsche Boxster have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What gas mileage does the 2012 Porsche Boxster get?
EPA rates it 21–23 MPG combined across 6 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2012 Porsche Boxster?
EPA estimates $3,350–$3,700 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (6)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 7-spd | 6 | 2.9L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 20 mpg (high) | 29 mpg (high) | 23 mpg (high) | $3,350 (low) | 386 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 2.9L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 19 mpg (low) | 26 mpg (low) | 22 mpg | $3,500 | 404 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 7-spd | 6 | 3.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 20 mpg (high) | 29 mpg (high) | 23 mpg (high) | $3,350 (low) | 386 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 4 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 19 mpg (low) | 26 mpg (low) | 21 mpg (low) | $3,700 (high) | 423 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic 7-spd | 6 | 3.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 20 mpg (high) | 29 mpg (high) | 23 mpg (high) | $3,350 (low) | 386 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 6 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 19 mpg (low) | 26 mpg (low) | 22 mpg | $3,500 | 404 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
SEAT BELTS · Campaign 11V409000 · Aug 12, 2011
Defect: PORSCHE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 911 SPEEDSTER AND 911 GTS RS 4.0; AND MODEL YEAR 2012 BOXSTER (INCLUDING S AND SPYDER); CAYMAN (INCLUDING S AND R); 911 CARRERA (INCLUDING S, GTS, 4, 4S, AND 4 GTS); 911 TARGA 4 AND TARGA 4S; AND 911 TURBO AND TURBO S MODELS MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 31, 2011, THROUGH JUNE 10, 2011. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE MOUNTING HOLES IN THE SEAT BELT ANCHOR PLATES FITTED TO THE VEHICLE ARE TOO SMALL. IF THE HOLE DIAMETER IS TOO SMALL, THE ANCHOR PLATE MAY NOT BE ABLE TO ROTATE ABOUT THE FASTENING BOLT AS DESIGNED.
Consequence: SHOULD THIS OCCUR, THE SEAT BELT MAY NOT BE ROUTED OPTIMALLY AROUND THE OCCUPANT, OR MAY POTENTIALLY LOOSEN AT SOME POINT IN THE FUTURE INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY DURING A CRASH.
Remedy: PORSCHE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SEAT BELT ANCHORS AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE SEAT BELT. THE REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-767-7243.