2014 Porsche Boxster
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 1 of 2 complaints (50%) mentions it.
Complaints filed fell from 10 in 2013 to 2 in 2014.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | vs. 2014 Two Seaters |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,350–3,700 | 3,100–3,500 | 3,100–3,500 | 3,100–3,500 | 3,100–3,900 | |
| Combined MPG | 21–23 | 22–25 | 22–25 | 22–25 | 20–25 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 19–20 / 26–29 | 20–22 / 27–31 | 20–22 / 27–31 | 19–22 / 26–31 | 18–22 / 24–31 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 386–423 | 352–397 | 352–397 | 352–404 | 352–438 | |
| Complaints filed | 1 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 0 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 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 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 7 |
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 2014 Porsche Boxster have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Porsche Boxster get?
EPA rates it 22–25 MPG combined across 4 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2014 Porsche Boxster?
EPA estimates $3,100–$3,500 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 2.7L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 20 mpg (low) | 29 mpg | 24 mpg | $3,250 | 376 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (AM-S7) | 6 | 2.7L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 22 mpg (high) | 31 mpg (high) | 25 mpg (high) | $3,100 (low) | 352 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 20 mpg (low) | 27 mpg (low) | 22 mpg (low) | $3,500 (high) | 397 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (AM-S7) | 6 | 3.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 21 mpg | 29 mpg | 24 mpg | $3,250 | 372 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 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 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 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 (3)
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY · Campaign 21V679000 · Sep 2, 2021
Defect: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Boxster, 2013-2014 Boxster S, 2014-2015 Cayman, Cayman S, 2015 Boxster GTS, and Cayman GTS vehicles. The rear-axle carrier side sections may fracture.
Consequence: A carrier fracture may cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear-axle carrier side sections, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB7.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH · Campaign 14V698000 · Nov 4, 2014
Defect: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Porsche 911, Boxster, and Cayman vehicles manufactured May 7, 2014, to September 23, 2014. The front hood upper lock components were not manufactured to specification and may fail to securely latch the vehicle's hood during operation.
Consequence: A failure of the hood latching mechanism may cause the hood to suddenly open during vehicle operation and will severely impede the driver's ability to see out the front windshield, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock on the front hood, free of charge. The recall began December 12, 2014. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AE04.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SEATS · Campaign 13V502000 · Nov 1, 2013
Defect: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2014 Boxster, Boxster S, Cayman, Cayman S and 911 Carrera (S, Cabriolet, S Cabriolet, 4, 4S, 4 Cabriolet, 4s Cabriolet) vehicles manufactured September 2, 2013, through September 23, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the passenger seats may be equipped with defective wiring harnesses resulting in intermittent contact with the harness plug.
Consequence: The intermittent plug may cause the passenger seat frontal and knee airbags may be deactivated. In the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, this may increase the risk of injury to the front passenger.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat free of charge. The recall began on December 11, 2013. Owners may contact Porsche at 1-770-290-3500. Porsche's recall number is AD04.