Porsche Boxster stalling problems

Filed Nov 21, 2019 · Brakes, Electrical · 81,195 miles · FL

1.earlier date fixed wireharness/drained parts at local bmw repairman garage resolved 2. Later in city,turning in motion car suddenly stall/powerloss of brakes,clutchsticky,hear timing odd,steering difficult had towed to porsche dealer . Garage).porsche diagnosed w multipoint inspection ,porsche only did work covered by 3rd party extended warrantee for a oil water separator and water radiator replaced and told me engine has issues,5 mos later still at porsche,caution to drive,towed out, porschemanuf /cr/sc codes to repair until then released car w operative/safety issues dealing with airwater blow out on engine seals, and loss of power for safe driving and stopping and parking.porsche must pay for these issues reported for recall required more than just warn me.hand brake sudden nonholding so drift possible in parking,brakes/clutch unsafe per tow trucker , electrical /truckswitch/roof /door switch unable to exit /enter vehicle safely.each time porsche inspects and I repeat there is forget/hearing issues noted, and didnt do the manufacturer coded safety measures and says didnt include the driver warnings /concerns of safety to check on paperwork to track conversations just what mechanic diagnosis despite safety codes. Attach brakes code/electrical code/powertrain code/engine recallcode trapping driver/passenger for crash & injuries after inspections/verbal concerns unresolved and risk of safety.new battery placed in months prior.housing and lubrication systems at joints concern at seals from blow out of airwater separator creating an emergency on vehicle,is porsche waiting till a new engine while codesafety issues.porsche noted fan belt,power train code issues,required for safety. Apparently the water radiator/water pump blew hot steam thru entire engine parts loosening their effectiveness to be safe driving without concern of accident /death.

Filed Jun 13, 2014 · Brakes, Engine · 34,000 miles · MO

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

Filed Jun 7, 2011 · Engine · 23,000 miles · WA

My 2005 porsche boxster, 23k mi, had catastrophic engine failure at idle. The engine stalled;I was able to restart but a loud clanging noise came from engine. The car then died again. The mechanic said it was due to an intermediate shaft (ims) failure; the required engine replacement is $14k. The mechanic said he has heard of significant number of ims failures (but porsche has not notified owners). There were no injuries, but certainly engine failure like this could have serious consequences at freeway speeds. Porsche forums on internet show frequency of failures from this defect (poorly designed bearing assembly on ims) is very high, as much as 8-11% in one forum poll.

Filed Apr 29, 2011 · Engine · 60,000 miles · CA

2004 porsche boxster, 58-60k mi, had catastrophic engine failure at 10 mi/hr. Engine stalled; was able to restart and drive a few feet, but badly missing. Loud clanging noise from engine. No smoke. Oil drained from car when tilted on towtruck. Dealer found intermediate shaft (ims) failure; required engine replacement at $18k. Dealer said they had seen a significant number of ims failures (but porsche has not notified owners). No injuries, but certainly engine failure like this could have serious consequences at freeway speeds. Porsche forums on internet show frequency of failures from this defect (poorly designed bearing assembly on ims) is very high, as much as 8-11% in one forum poll. Defect found in my97-08.

Filed May 7, 2009 · Engine, Steering · 20,468 miles · MA

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 porsche boxster. When accelerating from a stop light at 2 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to a dealer and they stated that the ims (intermediate shaft) failed, which caused the engine to fail. It would cost $16,000-$20,000 to replace. The manufacturer stated that they were not responsible for the failure because the vehicle exceeded its warranty. The failure and current mileages were 20468. Updated 05/27/09. *lj the intermediate shaft bolt broke which caused the engine to fail. Updated 05/28/09.

Filed May 21, 2008 · Engine · 38,048 miles · CA

I was driving on the inner lane of the freeway at 65mph. The engine suddenly stalled and the check engine light started flashing. I managed to have the car sliding toward the shoulder and get off freeway. The car wasn't able to restart again. A highway patrol came by and helped to push my car to wilder shoulder for safety. The rear bumper was damaged in the process. The car was towed to the dealer for inspection and still in the shop now. The mechanist said the engine need to be replaced.

Filed Mar 17, 2007 · Engine · 37,600 miles · MI

I was driving at low speeds in town, and the car stalled with the check engine light flashing. The car was towed to a local dealer (porsche of lansing) who indicated that the timing chain broke (prematurely, as the car only has 37600mi). The car was in repair for 7 weeks, at a cost of $7700. The day after the repair was finished, the car made a loud ticking noise and then a v. Loud snapping sound from the engine. The dealer indicated that the timing chain slipped causing catastrophic engine damage. This time, the dealer has agreed to replace the engine with a new (remanufactured) unit. I contacted porsche for good will assistance regarding the original premature engine failure. They declined to give any support because the failure occurred "more than 1 year after the original warranty expired" (the dealer claimed the in-service date was 10/2001). However, the maintenance manual shows a stamp from the original porsche dealer, clearly indicating the in-service date is 2/27/2002. Since the failure occurred on 1/22/2007, this is less than one year after the original warranty expired...

Filed Nov 30, 2005 · Engine · 35,000 miles · MA

I have a 1999 boxster. At 9500 miles the engine blew up. Ira motors in danvers replaced it with a rebuilt engine. I have had numerous problems with this car since then but it has been under warranty. My car is always garaged in winter and has only 25,000 miles on the new motor. In mid oct. Of this year my car started running rough when started in the morning. It was due for it's 30,000 mi check up soon so I took it into the dealer. I spent $1000 for the check up and two days later picked it up and it was running rough again. Coughing, choking and stalling out. I left the car there. The dealer told me they couldn't duplicate the problem. I took the car home and when the weather got colder it happened again and again. I have taken it back to the dealer 4 times. The last time the service dept. Told me there was nothing they could do and that they had several cars up to 2005 models doing the same thing. They told me it was a winter fuel additive in the northeast that doesn't get along with porsche boxsters. My other cars run fine on the same fuel. Meanwhile what am I to do with a car that won't start in the winter. I cannot sell it this way and ira porsche of danvers, ma said they cannot fix it. I have been on line and found several other cars with the same problem. How can you help me? Should I only drive the car in summer in california? Patricia cohen.

Filed Jun 3, 2004 · Engine · 7,000 miles · 00

While at the car wash the consumer attempted to pull out of the facility and stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who found that the engine had seized. The vehicle was out of warranty.

Filed Aug 7, 2001 · Transmission · NJ

Intermittently in neutral vehicle will stall out and die. Dealer has inspected vehicle, and could not correct the problem. Please provide additional information.