Known problem where the brake pedal pin /spindle wears in the pivot bush mechanism. This interferes with pedal movement and can stick causing brakes to stick on. This can cause dash warnings but if not can cause the vehicles brakes to overheat without drivers knowledge. The upgraded parts are available from porsche as the old version spindle and bushes are flawed. I have replaced the parts,p99142328400 bearing pin / spindle and bushes p7pp721113a. They are small in cost but could prevent serious failure or injury / death.. I live in uk and believe this should be brought to you
The worst 2012 Porsche Boxster problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes1
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- Brakes1
Recalls 1
Seat belts
- What is wrong
- Porsche is recalling certain model year 2011 911 speedster and 911 gts rs 4.0; and model year 2012 boxster (including s and spyder); cayman (including s and r); 911 carrera (including s, gts, 4, 4s, and 4 gts); 911 targa 4 and targa 4s; and 911 turbo and turbo s models manufactured from may 31, 2011, through june 10, 2011. There is a possibility that the mounting holes in the seat belt anchor plates fitted to the vehicle are too small. If the hole diameter is too small, the anchor plate may not be able to rotate about the fastening bolt as designed.
- Risk
- Should this occur, the seat belt may not be routed optimally around the occupant, or may potentially loosen at some point in the future increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
- Remedy
- Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt anchors and, if necessary, replace the seat belt. The repairs will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on september 2, 2011. Owners may contact porsche at 1‑800‑767‑7243.
Recall number 11V409000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2012 Porsche Boxster 430
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Warranty Information: Warranty Extension for Transmission Electronics Control Unit (18/26)
- Parts Information for Parts Withdrawal
- Parts Information for Parts Withdrawal
- Parts Information for Parts Withdrawal
- Parts Information for Parts Withdrawal
- Parts Information for Parts Withdrawal
- Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche A40 Engine Oils
- Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C30 Engine Oils
- Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C20 Engine Oils
- Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C40 Engine Oils
2012 Porsche Boxster fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.9L 6‑cyl | RWD | 19-20 | 26-29 | 22-23 |
| 3.4L 6‑cyl | RWD | 19-20 | 26-29 | 21-23 |
What 2012 Porsche Boxster owners say
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Questions about the 2012 Porsche Boxster
Is the 2012 Porsche Boxster reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2012 Porsche Boxster, fewer than a typical Boxster model year.
What is the 2012 Porsche Boxster year score?
The 2012 Porsche Boxster scores 95 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Porsche Boxster: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2012 Porsche Boxster?
Brakes, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2012 Porsche Boxster have?
1 recall, covering seat belts.
What gas mileage does the 2012 Porsche Boxster get?
Official estimates for the 2012 Porsche Boxster range from 21 to 23 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.9L 6-cyl, RWD) gets 19-20 city and 26-29 highway.
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