Verdict
2015 Porsche Boxster: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2015 Porsche Boxster — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Fewer reported complaints than most coupe.
Owners filed 3 NHTSA complaints — fewer complaints than 76% of 2015 coupes. Power Train leads the reports (33%). 2 safety recall campaigns on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2015 coupes, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
3
Reports to NHTSA, 2015
Safety recalls
2
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Not rated
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
24.5
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
Fewer complaints than 76% of 2015 coupes
The bar is this car's percentile among 2015 coupes by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Power Train issues lead owner complaints (33% of 3 reports), followed by steering (33%).
Share of all 3 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11437770.
Recalls(2)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
Power TrainJan 2021 · 21V679000Details +Close −
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.
Risk: 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/LinkagesApr 2014 · 14V698000Details +Close −
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.
Risk: 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.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2015 Porsche Boxster C RWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Not rated
- Frontal
- Not rated
- Side
- Not rated
- Rollover
- Not rated
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boxster | 2.7L 6-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 22 | 31 | 25 |
| Boxster | 2.7L 6-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 20 | 29 | 24 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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"Fewest reports" and "most complained" describe raw NHTSA complaint totals, not vehicle reliability. The last few model years are left unlabelled because they have had less road time.
2015 Porsche Boxster: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2015 Porsche Boxster?
Owners filed 3 NHTSA complaints about the 2015 Porsche Boxster — fewer complaints than 76% of comparable 2015 coupes, so it sits toward the stronger end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2015 Porsche Boxster?
The most-reported problem areas are Power Train (33% of complaints) and steering (33%).
How many recalls does the 2015 Porsche Boxster have?
2 recalls have been issued that affect the 2015 Porsche Boxster, covering components such as power train. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2015 Porsche Boxster get?
The EPA rates the 2015 Porsche Boxster between 24 and 25 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.