2016 Porsche 718 Boxster: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2016 Porsche 718 Boxster: 1 recall, 0 owner complaints.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #19V533000 · 2019 · 7,517 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016-2017 911 and boxster, 2016 cayman and panamera vehicles. The air bag electronic control unit (ECU) May have a defective power supply capacitor that can result in air bag deactivation or inadvertent deployment of the air bags.
Why it matters: Deactivated air bags increase the risk of injury. Inadvertent deployment of the air bags increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will install new software and replace the air bag ECU as necessary, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 13, 2019. Owners received a second notice and the recall began February 12, 2020.
Most-reported problems
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Porsche 718 Boxster so far.
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FAQ
Does the 2016 Porsche 718 Boxster have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2016 Porsche 718 Boxster. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Where can I get a 2016 Porsche 718 Boxster repair manual?
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