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Porsche Boxster repairs by problem area
Engine (43%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)
Brakes and Traction Control (2%)
Suspension and Steering (8%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (13%)
Other (6%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 1566 repairs.
Porsche Boxster brake repair cost distribution
$2500+ (6%)
$1000 - $2499 (9%)
$500 - $999 (16%)
$100 - $499 (25%)
< $100 (44%)
Chart based on 32 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2016 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
265-horsepower 2.7L H6 7-speed automated manual RWD
| 21000 mi US $750 |
Brake fluid flush |
2014 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
315-horsepower 3.4L H6 7-speed automated manual RWD
| 20000 mi | Brake booster needed replacement after soft pedal became consistent and noise upon release of brakes each time. |
| 36000 mi | Parking brake failed to recalibrate. Brake controller and rear actuators replaced. |
2014 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
315-horsepower 3.4L H6 6-speed manual RWD
| 63000 mi US $155 |
e-brake not working properly - get 'brake fault' reported. They adjusted the brake but this did not fix the problem (that is, it was working when I picked the car up but the fault came back the next time I used the brake (about 6weeks later as I don’t use the e-brake when the car is in the garage and I didn’t drive it again for about 6 weeks). |
2013 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
315-horsepower 3.4L H6 6-speed manual RWD
| 15000 mi | Warning light for "Parking Brake Fault" came on. Taken to dealer and fixed. |
| 21500 mi | Parking brake would not disengage |
2013 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
265-horsepower 2.7L H6 6-speed manual RWD
| 4200 mi | No parts replaced. Adjustment made to brake switch electronics which had prevented cruise control and stability control |
| 7000 mi | Hose from master cylinder loose, seeping fluid. |
2008 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
295-horsepower 3.4L H6 6-speed manual RWD
| 23000 mi US $11000 |
Replaced front brake pads |
| 8000 mi | PSM failure and multiple error codes |
2007 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
295-horsepower 3.4L H6 6-speed manual RWD
| 82500 mi US $2300 |
Parking brake seemed to be partly engaged even though no warning light or odd handle position. Squealing and (eventually) clunking. Excessive wear wore down drum/rotor. $900 for parking brake, $1200 for required rear brake job. |
| 174000 mi US $800 |
Leak in brake line. Had to replace section of line |
2007 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
245-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed manual RWD
| 56000 mi US $1100 |
Front pads and rotors needed replacing |
| 58000 mi US $2300 |
Rear pads and rotors |
2006 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
280-horsepower 3.2L H6 6-speed manual RWD
| 185000 mi US $800 |
Replace master cylinder |
2006 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
240-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed manual RWD
| 122000 mi US $800 |
Pads and rotors worn. |
2005 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
240-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed manual RWD
| 88000 mi US $250 |
pads, rotors |
| 90000 mi US $850 |
Front Brakes worn out on front to sensors. New pads, rotors and sensors installed. |
| 92000 mi US $800 |
brakes |
| 71000 mi US $11 |
ABS/PSM fault, replace brake pedal switch |
| 34000 mi | Brake pedal firm on startup, a change from baseline |
2004 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
228-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 80500 mi | Rubbing backing plate |
| 102000 mi US $400 |
replaced front brake pads, also had engine oil change at same time and is included in price |
2003 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
258-horsepower 3.2L H6 6-speed manual RWD
| 46600 mi | Spring assy broke. Towed to dealer. Covered by extended warranty. 600.00 |
2003 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
228-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed manual RWD
| 72000 mi US $165 |
Replaced the ignition locking mechanism and switch |
| 121000 mi US $250 |
corroded brake line was leaking. Replaced all rear lines (4 pieces, total). |
2001 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
250-horsepower 3.2L H6 6-speed manual RWD
| 148000 mi US $485 |
Steering lock switch needed replacement |
| 103000 mi US $2600 |
Hydraulic unit (abs/psm control) developed fluid leak |
| 103000 mi US $250 |
Self-installed hydraulic unit. Went to dealer to have it activated by Porsche PIWIS system. Charged $250, probably took them five minutes. |
| 55000 mi US $600 |
Replaced original front and rear pads and rotors, brake fluid. |
2000 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
250-horsepower 3.2L H6 6-speed manual RWD
| 62000 mi US $100 |
Replaced Emergency brake shoes and springs in the back left wheel. Spring had broken which caused vibrations and noises. Because of this, the rear shoe was not held in properly and needed replaced. Not a major repair. |
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