Porsche Boxster S 2005
Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Consumer Complaints, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins
Below you will find all available information on the 2005 Porsche Boxster S, manufacturered by Dr. Ing. H.c.f. Porsche Ag.
The vehicle is described as a Rear-Wheel Drive Two Seaters Convertible(excludes sun-roof,t-bar).
| Manufacturer | Known WMI(s) | Fuel Type |
|---|---|---|
| Porsche | WP0 | Premium |
| City MPG | Highway MPG | CO2 emissions |
| 16 - 18 MPG | 24 - 27 MPG | 423.19 - 467.73 g/mile |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the MPG of a 2005 Porsche Boxster S?
- The 2005 Porsche Boxster S has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 16 - 18 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 24 - 27 MPG.
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What is the fuse box diagram for the 2005 Porsche Boxster S?
- Fuse box diagrams for the 2005 Porsche Boxster S can be found here
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What is the annual fuel cost for the 2005 Porsche Boxster S?
- EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 2005 Porsche Boxster S is $3150.
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Where is the 2005 Porsche Boxster S produced?
- The 2005 Porsche Boxster S is produced in Uusikaupunki -, Finland.
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Are there recalls for the 2005 Porsche Boxster S?
- There are 1 recall(s) for the 2005 Porsche Boxster S, additional information is below.
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What is the GVWR of a 2005 Porsche Boxster S?
- The 2005 Porsche Boxster S has a GVWR of Class 1B: 3,001 - 4,000 lb (1,360 - 1,814 kg) lbs.
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How much horsepower does the 2005 Porsche Boxster S have?
- The 2005 Porsche Boxster S has 225 horsepower.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
Recall R/2006/014 [UK]: Parking brake may fail
To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.
NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details
Manual 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Boxster
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 2.7 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details FFS Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -6000 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 14.1671 City mpg for fuel type 1, 18 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 21 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 2.7 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details FFS Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3150 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Premium Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Premium Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 27 Vehicle record id 29236 Model name (carline) Boxster Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 22.1 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 37.3 EPA vehicle size class Two Seaters You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -6000 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 6-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Boxster
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 2.7 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details FFS Transmission Manual 6-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -6000 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 14.1671 City mpg for fuel type 1, 18 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 21 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 2.7 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details FFS Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3150 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Premium Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Premium Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 26 Vehicle record id 29237 Model name (carline) Boxster Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Manual 6-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 22.5 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 36.3 EPA vehicle size class Two Seaters You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -6000 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Automatic 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Boxster
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 2.7 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details FFS Transmission Automatic 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -7750 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 15.6584 City mpg for fuel type 1, 16 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 19 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 2.7 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details FFS Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3500 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Premium Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Premium Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 24 Vehicle record id 29238 Model name (carline) Boxster Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Automatic 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 20.5482 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 33.4973 EPA vehicle size class Two Seaters You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -7750 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 6-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Boxster S
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.2 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details FFS Transmission Manual 6-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -6750 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 14.8755 City mpg for fuel type 1, 17 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 20 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.2 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details FFS Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3300 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Premium Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Premium Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 25 Vehicle record id 29239 Model name (carline) Boxster S Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Manual 6-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 21.5 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 34.4 EPA vehicle size class Two Seaters You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -6750 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Automatic 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Boxster S
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.2 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details FFS Transmission Automatic 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -7750 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 15.6584 City mpg for fuel type 1, 16 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 19 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.2 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details FFS Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3500 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Premium Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Premium Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 24 Vehicle record id 29240 Model name (carline) Boxster S Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Automatic 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 20.2404 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 34.0988 EPA vehicle size class Two Seaters You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -7750 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- No. 09-24 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Manufacturers certificate - allocation of approved engine oils up until my2020
- No. 06-09-4 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Technical information for evaluating over-revving events
- No. 2404 - POWER TRAIN: Special tools and equipment information for the boxster, cayman, 911, and panamera
- No. 2403 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: Special tools and equipment information for brake caliper pins for the 911, boxster, and cayman
- PIWIS2401j - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Information for piwis tester update 42.500.020
- PIWIS2302s - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update 42.300.050 & .052
- No. 35-23 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Instructions on manufactures certificate for approved porsche a40 engine oils
- No. 33-23 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Instructions on manufactures certificate for approved porsche c30 engine oils
- No. 32-23 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Instructions on manufacturers certificate for approved c20 engine oils
- PIWIS2302r - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update 42.300.040 & .041
- PIWIS2302q - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update 42.300.035
- PIWIS2302p - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update 42.300.030 - .032
- No. D654 - EQUIPMENT: Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the glass roof - 9j0877069ey and 9j0877069dy
- PIWIS2302h - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Special tools and equipment information on piwis tester update 42.250.050
- PIWIS2302g - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Information on piwis tester update 42.250.045
- PIWIS2302f - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Information on piwis tester update 42.250.042
- PIWIS2302e - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Information piwis tester update 42.250.040
- PIWIS2302d - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Information on piwis tester update 42.250.032
- PIWIS2302C - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Information on piwis tester update 42.250.030
- PIWIS2302b - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Information on piwis tester update 42.200.025
- PIWIS2302a - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Information on piwis tester update 42.200.020 & .022
- No. 2314 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Special tools and equipment information for all porsche models. Diagnostic equipment standards.
- No. 19-23 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION: Manufacturers certificate for an overview of approved porsche a40 engine oils.
- No. 18-23 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION: Manufacturers certificate for an overview of approved porsche c40 engine oils.
- No. 17-23 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION: Manufacturers certificate for an overview of approved porsche c30 engine oils.
- No. 16-23 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION: Manufacturers certificate for an overview of approved porsche c20 engine oils.
- PIWIS2301az - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Information on piwis tester update 42.200.000 a?? 42.200.012
- No. 2313 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Special tools and equipment information for the pico oscilloscope extended functionality
- No. D5 - EQUIPMENT: Parts information for parts withdrawal on the locks made to original key code
- No. 14-23 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Manufacturers certificate for allocation of approved engine oils
- PIWIS2301as - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update 42.100.000, .010 & .011
- PIWIS2301ar - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE: Information for piwis tester updates 42.000.050 & .051
- PIWIS2301aq - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE: Information for piwis tester update 42.000.048
- PIWIS2301ap - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update 42.000.040
- PIWIS2301ao - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update 42.000.035
- No. 2311 - EQUIPMENT: Special tools information on an upgrade to the pushers for the vas5237
- No. 02-23-1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Manufacturers certificate for approved engine c20 engine oils.
- No. D4a - EQUIPMENT: Product knowledge for the porsche evolution from 1948-2023.
- PIWIS2301k - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update 41.750.045 & .046
- No. 2303 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Special tools information for the pneumatic cartridge gun.
- No. 05-23 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Overview of approved engine a40 oils for all porsche models that use a40 oil.
- No. 04-23 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Overview of approved engine c40 oils for all porsche models that use c40 oil.
- No. 03-23 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Overview of approved engine c30 oils for all porsche models that use c30 oil.
- No. 2234 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Instructions on advanced technical information for improper odometer and speedometer function
- No. 17D4a - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: The following illustrations are based on the four poster set "evolution porsche 1948-2006".
- No. 1758.4 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Special tools information for the logo templates and exchangeable inserts.
- PIWIS2202b - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update 41.500.020 & .022
- No. D618.1 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the gateway
- PIWIS2201au - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update 41.400.000 & .010.
- PIWIS2201at - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update #41.375.050
- PIWIS2201as - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update #41.375.045.
- No. D615 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the fuel filler flap
- PIWIS2201ar - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update #41.375.040
- No. 1804.1 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Instructions on advanced technical information for the lubricant for the sunroof/sliding roof.
- PIWIS2201an - EQUIPMENT: Information for piwis tester update #41.300.000, .010 & .012
- No. 33-22 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Overview of approved engine c20 engine oils for all porsche models using this oil.
- No. 31-22 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Overview of approved engine c40 engine oils for all porsche models using this oil.
- No. 36-22 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Instructions on the manufacturers certificate for approve porsche a40 engine oils.
- No. 35-22 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Overview of approved engine c30 oils for porsche models using c30 oils.
- No. 22100 - EQUIPMENT: Special tools information for vas 5161a tool kit for valve cotter r&i and cylinder head repair
- No. 1801.4 - BRAKES (PWS): Advanced technical information for a brake squeal.
- No. 40-22-1 - EQUIPMENT: Technical information for a convertible top mechanism replacement. Rework required before installation.
- No. 89-11 - SUSPENSION: Technical information - adjust values for suspension alignment: using current values and observing specifcations.
- No. 06-22 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Instructions on the manufacturers certificate for allocation of approved engine oils up until my2020. (starting back at my1984). An overview of the approved engine oils.
- PIWIS2101bc - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Information for piwis tester update. #40.750.000 & .030
- No. 56-20 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Instructions on the porsche classic communication management plus - pccm plus
- No. 67-21 - WHEELS:SPACE SAVER WHEEL: List of approved wheels, tires, and spacers for the 987 boxster and cayman.
- No. 2112 - EQUIPMENT: Special tools information on new redline dual purpose diagnostic leak locator.
- No. 59-21 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved c20 engine oils for all porsche models using c20 oil.
- No. 60-21 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved engine c30 engine oils for all porsche vehicles using c30 oil.
- No. 61-21 - EQUIPMENT: List of approved engine oils for all porsche models using c40 oil.
- PIWIS2101ac - EQUIPMENT: Information on new piwis tester update #40.300.020.
- PIWIS2101ab - EQUIPMENT: Information on piwis tester update #40.300.000 & .010.
- PIWIS2101aa - EQUIPMENT: Information on new piwis tester update #40.250.040
- No. D13.2 - EQUIPMENT: Information on new piwis tester program for independent repair facilities.
- PIWIS2101z - EQUIPMENT: Information on porsche piwis tester update #40.250.030 & .035.
- ATIALL41605 - BRAKES (PWS): Understanding and addressing brake squeal complaints.
- ATIALL41604 - EQUIPMENT: 2003 to present all with tire pressure monitoring system.
- ATIALL1601 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : 1997 to present - vehicle analysis log types - in an effort to prode accurate information regarding the state of the vehicle at the time fof val creation, a "log type" drop down menu was added at the end of the val creation menu.
- No. 17-21 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved engine oils for new and classic porsche models.
- PIWIS2101y - EQUIPMENT: Information on porsche piwis tester iii online update 40.200.020.
- PIWIS2101x - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information on porsche piwis tester iii online update 40.200.000, .010, .015 & .016.
- No. 52-21 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information on how to deal with a potential cyber security breach.
- No. D4a - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Historical information on porsche product evolution.
- No. 13-21 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved c20 style engine oils for classic and new porsche models since 1984.
- No. 09-21 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved a40 style engine oils for new and classic porsche vehicles my 1984 and newer.
- No. 08-21 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved c40 engine oils for new and classic porsche vehicles my 1984 and newer.
- No. 07-21-1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved c30 engine oils for all new and classic porsche vehicles my1984 and newer.
- No. 03-21 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved c20 engine oils for all new and classic porsche models 1984 and newer.
- PIWIS2102j - EQUIPMENT: Information on piwis tester update 40.000.020 & .022.
- 122-S6Q2R-06 - BRAKES (PWS): Resubmitting at request of mr. Bernard hardgrave. Advanced technical information on brake fluid for all porsche vehicles.
- No. 1820.1 - STRUCTURE: Special tools information on a measuring and alignment system.
- No. 54-20 - EQUIPMENT: List of approved a40 style engine oils for new and classic porsche models.
- No. 53-20 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved c40 style engine oils for new and classic porsche vehicles.
- No. 2000 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Advanced technical information on a nvh lubrication kit.
- No. 31-20 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION: List of approved engine oils for all porsche models since 2003.
- No. 33-20 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Overview of approved porsche c20 engine oils
- PIWIS2001ac - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information on piwis tester iii online update 39.700.000, .010 & .012
- No. 56-20 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT: Information on classic radio options for the 996 and 986 models.
- Charging lockup - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Info on a new customer tool for looking up campaigns and recalls on their vehicle.
- No. D4a - EQUIPMENT: Document showing the evolution of porsche vehicles since 1948.
- PIWIS2001v - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Information on new piwis tester update 39.500.020 and .025.
- No. 19-20 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : List of approved engine oils for classic vehicles.
- No. 16-20 - EQUIPMENT: List of approved a40 engine oils for all applicable vehicles as of 1984.
- 122-M8J3B-05 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved c40 engine oils for all porsche models since 1984.
- 122-F4J4K-04 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved engine oils for all porsche models.
- 122-H6D8D-03 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Bulletin outlining new piwis tester update 39.100.030 & .035
- 122-V4J2F-03 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Bulletin outlining piwis tester update 39.200.000, .010, .015, .016, & .017
- 122-T9S3B-02 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved c30 engine oils for all porsche vehicles since 1984.
- 122-Z2X7A-02 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved c20 engine oils for all porsche vehicles since 1984.
- 122-S7K8Z-02 - WHEELS: List of approved a40 engine oils for all porsche vehicles since 1984.
- 122-T6A9F-02 - ENGINE (PWS): Parts withdrawal for various parts that were used in recall and workshop campaigns.
- 122-H6M8Z-01 - EQUIPMENT: Porsche intranet posting outlining the warranty credit stop that takes place at the end of every calendar year.
- 122-H4F7Z-01 - EQUIPMENT: Updated worksheet for chassis and vin numbering system. Updated to include 2020 models including the taycan.
- 122-L7Q9T-01 - EQUIPMENT: Updated bulletin with the full list of porsche model type designations.
- 122-A9R3U-01 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information about new piwis tester update 39.050.010
- 122-S2J9B-01 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information about new piwis tester update 39.050.012
- 122-Y9Z9P-01 - EQUIPMENT: Information about new piwis tester updates 39.000.022 and 39.050.000
- 122-M6J2U-01 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information about piwis tester update 39.000.020
- 122-F5T6X-01 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Instructions for manually setting the date and time on older model vehicles with gps and pcm 2.1 or older.
- 122-A7G3D-12 - EQUIPMENT: List of valid advanced technical information bulletins (atis) as of 11/22/2019
- 122-S3R9Q-11 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: New piwis tester update 38.800.030
- 122-H6S4J-11 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: New piwis tester update 38.800.020
- 122-D4N9X-11 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: New piwis tester updates 38.800.000 &.010
- 122-G2B4B-11 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: List of approved a40 engine oils for porsche vehicles.
- 122-Z3C2E-10 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Announcement of new tech live look, which will put technicians into live chats with technical support if they should have an urgent issue
- 122-L8R6J-10 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Bulletin highlighting new updates 38.750, 38.750.000 for the porsche piwis tester 3
- 122-Z6Y7L-09 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Bulletin outlining piwis tester updates 38.600.030 & 035.
- 122-E4R8U-09 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Bulletin outlining piwis tester updates 38.600.020.
- 122-B3Y6H-09 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Bulletin outlining piwis tester updates 38.600.000, .010, & .015.
- 122-F7A6N-07 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Announcement of new special tool 9942 for cheching the valve on the coolant reservoir for the 718.
- 122-X2X7N-07 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Notice to dealers that coolants will be moved out of the special tool cabinet in the dealer service department in order to make room for new special tools. All coolant tools will be moved to the "coolant cart" because they need to be housed
- 122-V5F8X-07 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Information on new model designation logos which can be purchased and applied to the rear exhaust area of a vehicle, displaying the model designation on the outside of the vehicle.
- 122-V3B6B-07 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Announcement of a 6 month warranty extension on vas 581005p r1234yf service units for air conditioning.
- 122-W9D2T-07 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Instructions for using vas 581005p in order to chech and service r1234yf air conditioning unit.
- 122-X5P4C-11 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Spare parts requirements for components on the power distributor (housing/pin/cable) or in the event of complaints relating to the overall power supply on the vehicle and if a "corroded pin in the power distributor" is determined as the c
- 122-S9G7U-06 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Concerns: power distributor (? Installation position of power distributor) information: in the event of complaints relating to the overall power supply on the vehicle and if a "corroded pin in the power distributor" is determined as the
- 122-N7K2Y-06 - ENGINE (PWS): Concerns: ignition coil with part nos. 997.602.104.00 and 997.602.107.00 information: procedure for replacing faulty ignition coils. Cracks in the ignition coil housing (figure 1) can cause corrosion, which can result in a rough-running
- TI-41-14 - EQUIPMENT: Porsche: if power distributor pin, on some vehicles, is corroded and cause has been determined, then pin on power distributor must be replaced. Model 2005-2012 911 carrera, boxster, cayman. *pe
- TI-58-12 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION: Porsche: procedural information provided regarding the replacing of faulty cracked ignition coils on certain vehicles. Model 1997-2013 boxster (986), boxster/cayman (987), carrera (996 & 997). *pe
- TI-39-12 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH: Porsche: the instrument cluster displays warning of brake light remains on. *pe
- PK-D8-16 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Porsche: information on how to read the vin. *rm
- TI-4-05-6 - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE: Porsche: diagnostic trouble codes in airbag control unit. Airbag warning light activated in multifunction display. Fault codes 8023; 8024; 8027; 8028; 8030; 8034; 8049; 801a, 801b, 801c, 80e0; 80e1; 80e2; 8038 or 808a in the fault memory
- TSB-16-08 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP: Porsche: return of fuel high pressure pumps. Protection caps missing or not fitted on fuel connections on fuel high pressure pump. A possibility that dirt, dust or other particles can get into the connections. *pe
- TB-8-05 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Porsche: clutch pedal does not fully reach its original position, after being pressed. This is caused by air in the hydraulic system. *pe
- 2445 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Porsche: rough running engine at idle speed-diagnostics on hot film mass air flow sensor (maf). *pe
- D77 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:SWITCH/WIRING: Parts withdraw; porsche cars north america requests return of the following units to pcna: part numbers 955 628 320 00 and 955 628 321 00; description tip switch. *pe
- D76 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS: Parts withdrawn. Porsche cars north americ requests return of the following unit to pcna, but only in cases where the defect is visible: part number 955 110 235 01, description fuel line. *pe
- 0101 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY: Breakdowns due to loose ground strap. *kb
- 0605 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER: Carbon canister- leak detection module technical information. Porsche. *kb
- 0603 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER: Carbon canister - smoke testing. *tt fuel tank flange leak. *kb
- 405 - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE: Diagnostic trouble codes in airbag control unit. *tt updated 7/17/2008 *pe updated 10/30/08. *pe
- 8 - CHILD SEAT: Current child seat overview. *tt
- 106 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Screeching noise from the engine during warm-up. *tt
- 101005 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Handling ptfe crankshaft seals. 8jb
- 1359 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Installing ptfe (polytetrafluoroethylene) crankshaft seals on replacement engines. *tt
- 574 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Workshop service action w574 - installing washers on exhaust system bracket clamps which may eventually cause the exhaust tailpipe to tilt downwards. *tt
- 1978 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Engine coolant temperature sensor. *tt
- 556 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH: Difficulty in latching the front hood. When closing the front hood, the position of the hood latch may have moved as a result of the shifting behavior of the threaded connections of the hood latch. *tt
- 3435 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Manual transmission repairs. *tt
- 3735 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Tiptronic transmission repairs. *tt
- 3531 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: 6-speed manual transmission: gear shift lever does not return to neutral. *sc
- 6953 - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE: Airbag warning light activated in multi-function display. *tt updated 5/21/10. *pe
- 205 - STRUCTURE:BODY: A clicking noise can occur in the area of the convertible top gear when the top reaches the final open or closed position. *tt
- 405 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION: The ignition switch key cannot be removed from the ignition lock after driving the vehicle for approx. One hour. W553 - replacing tiptronic transmission selector support (worshop service action). *tt
- 567 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: W567 - replacing 6-speed transmission (workshop service action). Noises can be heard from the ring and pinion area due to insufficiently tempered drive sets. *tt
- 553 - POWER TRAIN: W553 - replacing tiptronic transmission (workshop service action). *tt
- 0511 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): Overheating fault in pcm display when using the incorrect navigation dvd. *tt
- 9270 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Headlight washer nozzle loose. *tt
- 1001 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Replacement engine. *eh
- 0408 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Replacement control units. This service bulletin replaces 0408 dated 10/22/04. *eh
- 0402 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:STABILIZER BAR: Connection rod (front & rear) for stabilizer. *tc porsche. *tt
NHTSA decoded information from VIN
138 Results returned successfully. NOTE: Any missing decoded values should be interpreted as NHTSA does not have data on the specific variable. Missing value should NOT be interpreted as an indication that a feature or technology is unavailable for a vehicle.
| Variable | Value |
|---|---|
| Body Class | Convertible/Cabriolet |
| DisplacementCC | 2700.0 |
| DisplacementCI | 164.76410905577 |
| DisplacementL | 2.7 |
| Doors | 2 |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 |
| EngineHP | 225 |
| EngineKW | 167.7825 |
| Error Text | 0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct |
| Fuel Type Primary | Gasoline |
| GVWR | Class 1B: 3,001 - 4,000 lb (1,360 - 1,814 kg) |
| Make | PORSCHE |
| MakeID | 584 |
| Manufacturer | DR. ING. H.C.F. PORSCHE AG |
| Manufacturer Id | 13510 |
| Model | Boxster |
| ModelID | 7847 |
| Model Year | 2005 |
| NCSA Body Type | Convertible(excludes sun-roof,t-bar) |
| NCSA Make | Porsche |
| NCSA Model | 986/Boxster |
| Note | GVWR: 3,527 - 3,649 lbs |
| Other Restraint System Info | Restraint System: Passive |
| Plant City | UUSIKAUPUNKI |
| Plant Company Name | Valmet |
| Plant Country | FINLAND |
| VIN | WP0CA29815U710359 |
| Vehicle Type | PASSENGER CAR |
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
| Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
|---|
| No | No | N | None | None | 20200131 |
While i was driving on a city street at about 30 mph, my 2005 boxster started making a rattling noise, then completely died in the middle of an intersection on a city street without any prior warning. At the same time, all of the warning lights came on. I was able to put the car in neutral and coast to the side of the road. Car was towed to my mechanic, who states it is an intermediate shaft bearing issue/failure. Had i been driving on the freeway at high speed, i most likely would have been killed. I am the original owner of the car, it has 128,000 miles and recommended maintenance is all up to date.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20200130 |
While i was driving on a city street at about 30 mph, my 2005 boxster started making a rattling noise, then completely died in the middle of an intersection on a city street without any prior warning. At the same time, all of the warning lights came on. I was able to put the car in neutral and coast to the side of the road. Car was towed to my mechanic, who states it is an intermediate shaft bearing issue/failure. Had i been driving on the freeway at high speed, i most likely would have been killed. I am the original owner of the car, it has 128,000 miles and recommended maintenance is all up to date.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20160827 |
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 porsche boxster. The contact was unable to drive the vehicle because the ignition key was locked inside the ignition. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the transmission failed and needed a cable adjustment with the transmission and the key. The contact stated that the failure was directly related to nhtsa campaign number: 03v004000 (power train); however, the vehicle was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 47,000.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20140418 |
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 porsche boxster. The contact stated while traveling approximately 55 mph, the engine made a loud noise, various warning lamps illuminated on the instrument panel and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the motor needed to be replaced. The independent mechanic suggested that the vehicle be taken to an authorized porsche dealer for repairs. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer who verified the failure and stated that the motor had self destructed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was to be inspected and repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 34,000. Updated 8/12/14*cn updated 8/23/2017*ct
| No | No | N | None | None | 20120921 |
Pulling away from a green light in traffic, the engine started to upshift into a higher gear much sooner than normal and the car felt down on power. The engine sounded as though it was running on fewer than normal cylinders. I stopped the vehicle immediately & had it towed to a porsche specialist. They told me it was an ims (intermediate shaft) bearing failure and that is was a known problem with m96 and m97 porsche engines. Mine being an m96 engine. *tr
| No | No | N | None | None | 20120210 |
This is a very well know ims failure issue with porsche boxster which certainly calls for a recall from porsche. My 2005 engine will need to be replaced for 20k just because of the very obvious design flaw porsche has in its m96 engines. I am pretty sure there have been numerous complaints about this in past but nobody has ever heeded to it. I sincerely recommend some one to please look into and ask porsche to accept and recall m96 engines failing due to ims. Any car expert or mechanic or dealership can vouch for the design flaw porsche has. Its potentially fatal too. I sincerely request someone to look into this complaint with uttermost sincerity. *tr
| No | No | N | None | None | 20110808 |
Catastrophic engine damage due to intermediate shaft bearing failure. There are no signs that the part will fail. There is a grinding noise in the engine and upon stopping all the oil leaks out. As soon as the noise is heard, the engine is irreparable damaged. Instant, catastrophic damage. Engine is a total loss. Bearing is a defective design and has been redesigned in newer models. *tr
| No | No | N | None | None | 20110720 |
While pulling away from a stop light in light city traffic, engine suddenly had reduced power output immediately followed by loud sounds of loose metal parts through out the engine compartment. Upon inspection by a porsche specialist, he determined that the engine had suffered intermediate shaft failure which caused catastrophic engine failure by allowing the valves to make contact with the piston heads and shredding ball bears which sent metal shaving through the oiling system. The engine is considered non-repairable and requires a complete replacement engine.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20110603 |
Traveling 75mph on freeway when oil & engine lights came on and vehicle simultaneously came to dead stop in traffic; diagnosed as catastrophic engine failure by dealer service mgr., engine replaced at cost of $17,000+. No prior warning. No fault of my own per svc.Mgr. 38k miles on 2005 vehicle, 3 mo out of warranty. Many similar incidents reported on several web sites. Service mgr reported porsche well aware of this issue but does nothing because its too costly to repair and prefers to handle on case by case basis. Sometimes covers part of cost, sometimes nothing. Had i not been able to brake and coast to stop, i would have rolled over and most likely been killed! Damaged engine returned to porsche in germany. I have the part that broke from which little balls spewed throughout the engine. I am informed this occurs in approx. 20% of porsche boxsters and other porsche vehicles for several years until they redesigned the bolt in 2010 models. Unable to determine how many injuries and/or deaths resulting from these catastrophic engine failures because accidents would appear to be from driver error and no one would know the engine failed under these circumstances! Porsche employees are instructed not to acknowledge knowing anything about this being an ongoing issue and not to make repairs at porsche expense except for the customers who raise the biggest fuss. Another boxster was in the shop at the same time as mine for the same problem. The google address link below shows a photo of a boxster crankshaft and intermediate shaft. One of the connecting rods broke near the piston wrist pin end and the intermediate shaft is damaged. This catastrophic engine failure is the result of: 1) a seized connecting rod bearing, 2) a loss of oil pressure, 3) bad original component design, 4) intermediate shaft assembly failure (bolts or mechanical connection eg: weld, crimp). This is what happened to my car. Http://www.Rx8club.Com/showthread.Php?T=160705. *tr
Latest VINs Decoded for this Manufacturer
| VIN | Year | Model | Manufactured In |
|---|---|---|---|
| WP0CB298X5U730431 | 2005 | Boxster | UUSIKAUPUNKI , FINLAND |
| WP0CA29845U712770 | 2005 | Boxster | UUSIKAUPUNKI , FINLAND |
| WP0CA29895U711730 | 2005 | Boxster | UUSIKAUPUNKI , FINLAND |
| WP0CB29825U730679 | 2005 | Boxster | UUSIKAUPUNKI , FINLAND |
| WP0CA29815U710359 | 2005 | Boxster | UUSIKAUPUNKI , FINLAND |
| WP0CB29835U731856 | 2005 | Boxster | UUSIKAUPUNKI , FINLAND |
| WP0CA29865S710613 | 2005 | Boxster | STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN , GERMANY |
| WP0CA29845U712607 | 2005 | Boxster | UUSIKAUPUNKI , FINLAND |
| WP0CB29845U732126 | 2005 | Boxster | UUSIKAUPUNKI , FINLAND |