Porsche Boxster: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 2,575 Porsche Boxster cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 1996 and 2020.
In a sample of 399 cars, 35.8% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, less often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is tyre pressure incorrect (13.5% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 3 recalls for this model; 0.3% of registered cars still have an open recall.
2.6% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 13.5% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 8.5% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 7.5% |
| Exhaust not gas-tight / exhaust gases discharged unsafely | 3.3% |
| Tyre damaged | 1.8% |
| Windscreen washer not working | 1.5% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 1.5% |
| Windscreen washer not working properly | 1% |
| Shock absorber not working (properly) | 0.8% |
| Brake imbalance on one axle too large | 0.8% |
Share of 399 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 11.8% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 2.5% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 1% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 1% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 2,575 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 0.3% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 2.6% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 1996 to 2020 |
All Porsche Boxster passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-03-22 | Product voldoet niet aan de typegoedkeuringseisen | – | 12 |
| 2021-09-28 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 12 |
| 2019-04-19 | general construction | – | 336 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Porsche Boxster fail the APK?
In a sample of 399 cars first registered 2012–2021, 35.8% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Porsche Boxster?
The most common APK defects are: tyre pressure incorrect (13.5%), dipped beam incorrectly aimed (8.5%), tyre tread depth insufficient (7.5%).
Does the Porsche Boxster have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 3 recalls. 0.3% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Other Porsche models
Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.